The automotive world was changing dramatically in the mid-1970s. Manufacturers were forced to focus on safety, fuel efficiency, and emission standards, with outright performance suffering as a result. It was against this backdrop that this 1974 Chevrolet Corvette left… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Fins Begone! 1962 Chrysler 300 Sport Series
To capitalize on the image of the 300 Letter Series, Chrysler introduced the 300 Sport Series in 1962. Less powerful and using a bench seat instead of buckets, the Sport Series opened the 300 brand up to a wider… more»
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Ham it Up: 1959 Shasta Airflyte Travel Trailer
Packing up and moving on became surprisingly popular during the Great Depression both despite and because of an impoverished economy. All this activity boosted the tiny travel trailer industry from fewer than fifty local makers in 1930 to nearly… more»
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89k Original Miles: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
The vehicle manufacturing industry is probably evolving faster today than at any time in its history. Advances in electronics and battery technology have led to a rise in viable hybrid and electric cars, though it is worth looking to… more»
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84k Original Miles: 1968 Ford Torino GT Convertible Indy Pace Car
Many vehicle manufacturers view being selected to supply the Official Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500 as a great honor, and it was one accorded to the Ford Torino GT in 1968. The company followed a traditional trend, producing… more»
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Going After The Youth Market: 1969 AMC Javelin
American Motors jumped into the “pony car” game in 1968 with the Javelin, which had underpinnings shared with the American. It was in the line-up for seven years and across two generations before AMC exited the field in 1974…. more»
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Glass Roof 5-Speed: 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
The C4 era of the Chevrolet Corvette is one that evokes two distinct responses from enthusiasts: it was either caught in the awful afterburn of the malaise era, or it is one of the most underappreciated muscle cars ever… more»
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Ready for Revival: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
The Mercedes-Benz R107 platform has earned its reputation the slow, honest way, by lasting. This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is a good example of why these cars continue to attract collectors who value build quality, understated design, and long-term ownership… more»
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Balocco Special: 1982 Alfa Romeo GTV6
Special editions always add an extra layer of appeal, and this 1982 Alfa Romeo GTV6 Balocco SE is no exception. Identified as number 217 of just 350 produced, this example, listed here on eBay, blends limited-production status with thoughtful… more»
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44K Mile Survivor: 1972 Dodge Charger SE
In 1972, the Charger’s image hung in the balance. In one scale was Charger’s performance heritage: you know, Richard Petty’s #43, the bad guys in Bullitt…that kind of thing. In the other scale was the burgeoning concept of the intermediate… more»
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Senior-Owned: 43K-Mile 2000 Buick Park Avenue
Originally available as basically a fancy trim package on Buick’s rear-drive Electra Limited models in the mid-1970s, the Park Avenue became its own model, moved upscale, and the drive wheels moved up to the front of the car by… more»
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14k Original Miles! 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Coupe
I’m a fan of pampered, low-mileage classic cars with a known history and plenty of documentation to substantiate their time capsule status. This 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Coupe checks all of those boxes. It is currently at a classic and… more»
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1971 Dodge W100 Power Wagon Short Bed 383 V8
Bought from the original owner’s son, this “rust-free” 1971 Dodge W100 Power Wagon Short Bed has the biggest engine available under the repainted hood: a 383 V8. The 1970 and 1971 models were almost the same for all intents… more»
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Manual Transmission! 1984 Dodge Caravan SE
This first-generation Dodge Caravan would be considered a desirable specimen solely for its impressive condition inside and out, but it’s the rare standard manual transmission that truly puts it over the top. The Caravan was a pioneering model when… more»
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43K Miles: All-Original 1969 Ford Mustang
Mustangs were so popular in the 1960s that few of them are rare, but many of them have an interesting combination of options. For example, take this 43,000-mile, two-owner, rust-free, all-original 1969 coupe. It has standard dog-dish hubcaps and… more»
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Like-New 52k Mile 1969 Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet introduced the Impala Custom Coupe in 1968. It was the formal hardtop Caprice but in Impala trim (not a fastback). This 1969 edition looks like a brand-new car, a testament to the loving care given to it over… more»
