As the 1960s dawned and the styling trend of enormous fins faded into a distant memory, it impacted cars like the 1959 Cadillac more than most. Buyers paid a premium to slip behind the wheel of a ’59 Caddy… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Garage Kept Since New: 1988 Toyota 4Runner
If you own or know of a clean first-generation Toyota 4Runner, you should probably increase the price in your agreed-upon value insurance coverage. These trucks are incredibly hot at the moment when found in unspoiled condition like this garage-kept… more»
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Worth a Gamble? 1973 Triumph Stag
O Stag, how did you fail me? Let me count the ways. The Triumph Stag was built with a V8 engine of Triumph’s own design. This proved fatal. Initially, the engine was fuel injected, but the result was unreliable… more»
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Authentic Western Workhorse: 1972 Dodge D100 Adventurer
It’s no secret that I have an affection for old pickup trucks. And the more original and authentic, the better. Ford and Chevy pickups get the majority of attention, but it’s also refreshing to shine the work light on… more»
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34k Original Miles: 1959 Cadillac Sedan De Ville
There is probably no car that better exemplifies the automotive design excesses of the 1950s than the 1959 Cadillac. From its towering fins to its bullet taillights and glistening grille, it seemed to contain something for everyone. The one… more»
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Drive it Away: 1959 Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite
Rarely has a car prompted more smiles than the Austin Healey Bugeye Sprite. From the grinning grille to the bugged headlights and the car’s diminutive size, the Bugeye oozes charm. The driving experience is surprisingly … spritely. These cars… more»
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OHC Survivor: 1968 Pontiac Firebird
The Firebird was Pontiac’s response to the First Generation Mustang, and, like its competitor, it offered an entry-level option for buyers unable to justify the expense of a V8. Many of those cars received later drivetrain upgrades, but this… more»
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427 V8 Survivor: 1969 Chevrolet Caprice
Ford rattled Chevy’s cage in 1965 when they introduced the LTD, a Galaxie 500 with luxury trappings. The Bow-Tie Brigade quickly responded mid-year with a gussied-up Impala called the Caprice. It was so popular that GM quickly spun it… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: 1979 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon
It is often said that the 1980s was the decade that taste forgot. When you consider the clothes, the huge hair, and the even “huger” shoulder pads, it’s easy to see why people feel that way. However, the late… more»
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Promo Car: 1964 Mercury Marauder 25th Anniversary
Most vehicle manufacturers will produce a special edition vehicle to celebrate a milestone anniversary, and Mercury was no different. They rolled out a 25th Anniversary Edition of the Marauder, but our feature car is a cut above the average…. more»
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A Trio of Chevrolet El Camino’s!
Chevy introduced the El Camino in 1959 to compete against the Ford Ranchero. Both vehicles were station wagon-based “gentlemen’s pickups.” The El Camino was retired briefly after just two years only to return in 1964 as a variant of… more»
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Blue Plate Survivor: 1976 Mercury Comet
Badge engineering is nothing new in the automotive world, representing a sensible way for a manufacturer to maximize the return on the enormous costs involved in developing a new model. By sharing a platform across several makes utilizing little… more»
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Rarified Air Man! 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge
This listing surprised me. A 1970 Pontiac GTO “Judge” is a big deal find (Thanks Pat L!), especially in this condition and at this price. So, is it authentic? It certainly appears to be but let’s investigate. Located in… more»
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Buy the Car AND the Story: 1957 Corvette
One of the hard and fast rules of car collecting is that you buy the car not the story. What if the story is a good one and has documentation? If you are looking for a beautiful car with… more»
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Stunning Survivor: 1968 Buick LeSabre Custom 400
The history of this 1968 Buick LeSabre Custom 400 Hardtop is unclear, but it is a classic that carries the hallmarks of an existence treated with respect. It has no glaring faults or flaws and could be an affordable… more»
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Parking Lot Find: 1969 Jaguar E-Type
Imagine a street scene in the late 1960s in London – lots of old soot-covered buildings, and lots of new brutalist architecture being built, promising an exciting new concrete future, full of lines, grey concrete, and utopian ideas. Then… more»
