The Special was part of the Buick line-up from 1938-96, though not always in consecutive years and the same body sizes. From 1964-69, the automobile was wrapped in a mid-size package and was the entry-level car on the way… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Solid Little Truck: 1986 Nissan 720
Nissan has long been in the pickup truck business, dating back to 1955. That’s when the predecessor to the 720 series of trucks was introduced and those later models continued in production through 1997 (to be replaced by the… more»
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Supercharged V6: 1998 Buick Riviera
Finding an affordable daily driver that comes with a touch of luxury can be a challenging assignment. However, that appears to be what is on offer with this 1998 Buick Riviera. It presents well, and its supercharged V6 engine… more»
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One Of Four: 1956 Maserati A6G/54 Frua Coupe
The car under consideration here is an unrestored classic born of a legendary marque at the beginning of the postwar Italian automotive renaissance. It is a 1956 Maserati 2000 Gran Sport A6G/54 coupe, chassis number 2140, to be offered… more»
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Tri Five Survivor: 1957 Chevrolet 210
Between 1953 and 1957, the entry-level and mid-range models of the mainstream Chevrolets were called the 150 and 210, respectively. Those designations were simply the production numbers of the cars (1500, 2100) shortened by one digit as part of… more»
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Flawless Luxury: 1999 Bentley Arnage
Sometimes we reach a point in life where we become tired of the hustle-and-bustle of everyday life, and we crave an escape that offers unsurpassed luxury. If you have reached that point in an automotive sense, maybe you could… more»
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8k Mile Barn Find: 1972 Chevrolet Nova SS
The 1972 model year was the most successful for the Chevy Nova in terms of sales (up to then). Nearly 350,000 of them left the factory, an increase of nearly 80% over the previous year, yet the cars looked… more»
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Police Interceptor: 1971 Plymouth Fury
There’s something about a stealth sedan with a law enforcement background and a big V8 that does something to me. The fact that this is a 1971 Plymouth Fury sedan makes it even better. This police package Mopar can… more»
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All-Aluminum Body: 1954 Panhard Dyna Z
Founded in 1887, Panhard was one of the earliest automobile manufacturers. Though not as well-known as other contemporary French car companies, they produced a variety of advanced passenger cars before being purchased, and then absorbed, by Citroen in 1967…. more»
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Paint Your Wagon? 1967 Volvo 122S Kombi Estate
The eternal question faced by many classic car enthusiasts is whether to treat their pride and joy to a restoration or should it be retained as a survivor. That will be the dilemma facing the person who buys this… more»
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Rust Free 454 Dually: 1989 GMC 3500 Sierra SLE
It’s become one of the most proven litmus tests out there: when a vintage truck lights it up in the auction, it likely has a very desirable combination of options that makes it somewhat unrepeatable. This 1989 GMC 3500… more»
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283 Dual Quad: 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
By the time 1961 rolled around, the Chevrolet Corvette had cemented its spot in the American new car marketplace. This was a badge that had been threatened with extinction only a few short years before, but increasing sales saw… more»
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Big-Block Survivor: 1966 Chevrolet Caprice
While this 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is a stunning car, there will be a small group of readers who should find it particularly attractive. If you are seeking a classic car capable of seating six people in comfort but can… more»
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Only 14k Miles? 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The Chevy Camaro would receive a facelift in 1974 using the second-generation platform that had been introduced in 1970. Much of this was due to the new Federally mandated front and rear impact standards. 1974 would also be the… more»
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Three-Wheeled Barn Find: 1981 HMV Freeway
I just got back from a six-day 4,800-mile road trip and anyone who has been on a freeway over the last few months will tell you that this 1981 HMV Freeway is probably the last vehicle you’d ever want… more»
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Known History: 1964 Studebaker Avanti R1
Sometimes buying a classic car can involve taking a leap of faith, but when you can trace the history of that car from day one, the process can be far less stressful. That is the case with this 1964… more»
