Who knew that a Wichita, Kansas company made such wacky toys? Chance Manufacturing out of Wichita came up with what has been called the world’s most dangerous toy, the Hop Rod, and they were reportedly made in 1960 and… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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14K-Mile One-Family-Owned 1984 Cadillac Seville
Low-mile vehicles always get a major stink-eye from a lot of readers and commenters. Maybe because after decades of reading used car ads and dealing with used car salespeople, it’s sometimes hard to believe such claims. Then again, every… more»
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9,800-Mile 1985 Buick LeSabre Collector’s Edition
As the last year for Buick LeSabre’s rear-wheel drive models, the fifth-generation cars were a bit smaller and a lot lighter than the previous generation cars. That being said, they still had enough of what customers wanted in a… more»
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17k Original Miles: 1972 Lincoln Continental Mark IV
Lincoln knew that the Continental Mark III was a tough act to follow, thanks to its sales success. However, the Mark IV proved a worthy successor, exceeding the company’s wildest expectations. This Mark IV rolled off the line in… more»
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30k Original Miles: 1972 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Sometimes referred to as land yachts, cars like this 1972 Cadillac Coupe de Ville spent decades in the automotive wilderness. However, a new generation of enthusiasts is irresistibly drawn to these classics and the luxurious motoring experience they promise…. more»
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BF Auction: 1981 GMC C1500 Sierra
I remember an old Steve Martin comedy bit where he was trying to speak French, and he finally said, “Boy, those French, they have a different word for everything.” That’s like pickup makers and how they named their truck… more»
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Dual-Purpose Beast: 1984 Honda XL600R
An absolute steal of a deal at $3,000, this 1984 Honda XL600R is big. Really big. Not as in a V12 or a Gold Wing or some crazy 700-pound motorcycle big, but as in powerful. It can be found… more»
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BF Auction: 1985 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas
This 1985 Jaguar XJ6 Vanden Plas is a two-owner classic with 77,777 genuine miles on the clock. This beauty presents extremely well, confirming that it has led a sheltered existence where it has been treated respectfully. The sale includes… more»
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1 of 1? 1970 Chrysler 300 Convertible
Chrysler introduced the 300 Sport Series in 1962. It was marketed alongside the 300 Letter Series, but with less focus on performance. The Sport Series continued after the Letter Series was discontinued in 1965. The seller has a nice… more»
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39K Original Miles: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Aeroback
It’s amazing how an otherwise unremarkable car can turn up years later and suddenly look mildly intriguing if not downright cool. The malaise era had the unfortunate effect of putting many vehicles out into the wilderness, and some rightfully… more»
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Stunning Survivor: 1989 Buick Riviera
Possibly as nice a 1989 Buick Riviera as you’ll find, this example was owned by the seller’s dad, who bought it from the original owner in 1991, before the seller got it in 2017. It looks like a true… more»
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Rare Model: 1995 Chevrolet Blazer Centurion 4×4
There’s no slipping under the visual radar with this one, wowie! As a big fan of vehicle graphics and 1990s vehicles, I heartily approve of this 1995 Chevrolet Blazer Centurion Edition, modified by a company more known for making… more»
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Funeral Home Survivor: 1994 GMC Suburban SLE
Have you ever noticed that funeral homes seem to come up with a variety of interesting vehicles to claim as business expenses? Not necessarily that they’re buying Mustangs as procession line chase vehicles, but more that they can access… more»
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Stunning Replica: Ferrari 250 GTO Recreation
Replicas can do one of two things: they can make you acutely aware of how a copy will never match the original, or they can cause your jaw to slam to the floor when you see how well it’s… more»
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Kit-Friendly: 1970s Struck Mini-Dozer MD-1600
Starting out with a typo right away, there, SG? Well, I actually meant that turn of phrase to say that these early Struck Dozers were only available in kit form, but they were also loved by kids and kids… more»
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1973 Ford F-250 4×4 Ranger 390 4-Speed
Here’s another box-checker of a truck for those of you looking for one, or who just like to look at nice pickups and dream about owning them, as I do. Presented very well and looking fantastic, this 1973 Ford… more»
