Maybe you’re watching the auctions on TV this week. If you’re like me, you’re looking on and saying, “When did $40K become the default price for an everyday collector car?” I realize this is not the only way to… more»
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FDR Was A Car Guy: 1936 Ford Phaeton
Regardless of how you feel about Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s politics, there is no denying he was a car guy. From his 1931 Plymouth phaeton to the famous “Sunshine Special,” FDR had a number of interesting rides. If you are… more»
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No Reserve Big-Block: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
It is an unfortunate reality that pristine and original C2 Corvettes are now beyond the reach of most average enthusiasts. Therefore, cars like this 1966 Convertible have become more important in the current classic market. It isn’t completely original,… more»
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1 of 277: 1973 Ford Mustang Convertible
The first generation of the Ford Mustang had its swan song in 1973, giving way to a smaller, leaner Mustang II the following year. Since its introduction in 1964, the automobile had got big and bloated and a disinterested… more»
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1 OF 822! 1963 Dodge 880 Convertible
When was the last time you spied a 1963 Dodge 880 convertible? Maybe never as there were only 822 assembled that year – and the story behind the 880 itself, is an interesting tale. This example is in spectacular… more»
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One Owner! 1963 Pontiac LeMans Convertible
The Pontiac Tempest arrived on the scene at the Paris Motor Show in 1960. Thanks to John DeLorean, the Tempest was both innovative and successful in its compact class. Motor Trend named it Car of the Year in 1961;… more»
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Driver Quality 1959 MGA Roadster
The MGA is one of the best-looking, most versatile, user-friendly classics that an enthusiast could hope to own. Parts and technical support are plentiful, the cars are mechanically simple, and performance is more than adequate. Aluminum doors, bonnet, and… more»
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California Cat: 1953 Jaguar XK120 SE OTS
Once again we confront a barn find Jaguar awaiting its Prince Charming. Here on craigslist is a 1953 Jaguar XK120 SE open two-seater, with an asking price of $55,000. Reviewing the assignment, I thought the ad sounded vaguely familiar,… more»
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Seeing the Elephant: 1915 Ford Model T
Have you ever experienced a moment where you felt like you had briefly stepped back in time? Before you write to Barn Finds suggesting they send me to the nearest padded room for “therapy,” just hear me out. Being… more»
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17k Miles! 1959 Lincoln Continental Mark IV Convertible
The Continental has a bit of a confusing history, as the first generation cars were branded as and produced by Lincoln. But when the second generation was introduced for the 1956 model year, Ford came up with the moniker… more»
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Big Red Barn Find: 1971 Cadillac Eldorado
If I were Carnac the Magnificient, the answer would go something like this, “Elsculpto to Elbloato!”. And the question would be, “What’s the difference between the 1970 and 1971 Cadillac Eldorado?”. OK, so it’s a subjective assessment and I… more»
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One Owner: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner
The heyday of the American convertible was likely during the 1960s. Every automaker seemed to have one for every size of car they built. At Ford, they would be known as the Sunliner from 1952 to 1964, including this… more»
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1 Of 554: 1962 Imperial Crown Convertible
The mid-fifties was an interesting time in history for the Imperial, as in 1955 the car went from being just another one of Chrysler’s car offerings to its own separate make and division, a move the powers that be… more»
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Older Restoration: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible
Using a classic car as a daily driver is fraught with danger, but it can be impossible to resist. The seller purchased this 1964 Pontiac Bonneville around a year ago, intending to follow their usual practice of driving it… more»
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A Brit with Oomph: 1972 Triumph TR6
In an automobile market long, long ago and not so far away, British roadsters were among the choices available for Americans with sports car desires. Within these usually small, light, and agile drop tops was an outlier. The Triumph… more»
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Rare Survivor: 1962 Triumph TR3B
When Standard-Triumph finally moved to replace the TR3, which had been in production since 1955, the new TR4 struck some as less of a sports car than its predecessor. Its Italian design, wind-up windows, “normal” doors, and slightly improved… more»
