Green was such a popular vehicle in the 1990s (not to mention the 1970s), especially for SUVs, it seems like. Ford had its Explorer, which was taking over the market at that time, and it seemed like every other… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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454-Equipped: 1977 Excalibur Series III Phaeton
Excalibur developed its reputation by producing cars featuring neoclassic styling that drew heavily on the 1928 Mercedes-Benz SSK. A niche manufacturer of hand-built vehicles, over 3,500 cars rolled out of its factory in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Our feature car is… more»
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33k Original Miles: 1978 Ferrari 308 GTS
While Tom Selleck starred as the titular character in the 1980s TV series, Magnum P.I., many people believe that the true star of the show was the Ferrari 308 GTS that served as his daily driver throughout the show’s… more»
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Baby Ninja: 1982 Kawasaki AR50-A1
This little beast, sometimes referred to as a “Baby Ninja,” is about as rare as it gets here in the U.S., but as we’re reminded quite often, just because something is rare doesn’t make it valuable. I think this… more»
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1965 Rambler Classic 770 Two-Door Hardtop V8
Although a bit shorter, the third-generation Rambler Classic has a strong family resemblance to the Ambassador, other than the front clip, which was unmistakably a Rambler Classic face. And for good reason, they were mostly the same from the… more»
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No Reserve: 1990 Chrysler TC by Maserati
Automotive history demonstrates that while some collaborative efforts are successful, others fail to meet expectations. The Chrysler TC by Maserati is a perfect example of the latter, failing to sell in the expected numbers and costing Chrysler a pretty… more»
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Original Paint: No Reserve 1966 Volvo PV544
Volvo’s PV544 remains a surprise packet. An effective rally weapon upon its release, the PV544 still enjoys a strong reputation in domestic competition nearly six decades after the last examples left the factory. This 1966 model is a survivor… more»
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73k Miles: Highly Optioned 1970 Pontiac LeMans Sport
It’s almost impossible today to order a truly unique vehicle, but that was not the case back in 1970, when you could walk through the doors of your local Pontiac dealer and check off a good portion of the… more»
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Restored Gem: 1964 Datsun 320 Pickup 5-Speed
A “cute” truck? Is that an oxymoron, or can there really be such a thing? Trucks are meant to be tough and mean and nothing more than tools for hard-working people. I rarely use the word “cute” other than… more»
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33k Original Miles: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
It is always sad when an iconic automotive brand ceases operation, especially when it is a marque like Oldsmobile. However, that presents opportunities for passionate enthusiasts to preserve the company’s heritage, and this 1977 Cutlass Supreme would seem to… more»
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48k Original Miles: 1955 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special
As I have gotten older, I have found myself drawn more towards luxury cars. I still gain great enjoyment from slipping behind the wheel of classics with performance credentials, but living life at a more sedate pace has become… more»
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Rare Japanese Retro: 1996 Mitsuoka Galue
Mitsuoka is a Japanese niche vehicle manufacturer that specializes in attaching retro bodies to existing production models to create distinctive vehicles. It has released a faux Porsche 356, a Jaguar-inspired model called the Viewt, and even a K-2 microcar… more»
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427/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Impala
The horsepower race of the 1960s gave the world cars with performance capabilities that would have been unthinkable a decade earlier. Take this 1969 Chevrolet Impala as a perfect example of that philosophy. It’s 427ci V8 produces power and… more»
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Restored Long Roof: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Wagon
The Mercedes-Benz W123 lineup remains quite interesting at the moment, only because cheap sedans are still very easy projects to find and buy, junkyards still receive wagons and sedans at a decent clip, and high-end specialty shops are still… more»
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1965 Ford F-250 And 1966 C-10 Avion Camper
The idea of buying a camper and getting away from it all gets more appealing every day for some of us. Things have gotten so complicated, and the world seems to have gotten a bit less friendly in the… more»
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Washington State “Survivor”: 1962 Mercury Comet
Looking like it’s right out of a brochure, this 1962 Mercury Comet is from Washington state, said to have been bought new by an elderly woman. When her driving days were over, her daughter sold it to a gentleman… more»
