The 1945 to 1950 period must have been the best of times and the worst of times for automakers. On the one hand, technology was beginning to improve the driving experience. On the other hand, companies had to recycle… more»
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BF Auction: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 454!
I don’t know of an enthusiast who doesn’t dream of the day they wander into a barn or shed to discover automotive gold. That has been the case with this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. Below that layer of dust… more»
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Ultra Rare: 1957 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible
The Bonneville became an integral part of the Pontiac model lineup in 1958, but its introduction as a Convertible derivative of the Star Chief in 1957 left buyers breathless. The company brought every option to the table, including fuel… more»
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53k Original Miles: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Convertible
Chevrolet introduced its Second Generation Chevelle in 1968, and depending on the buyer’s budget, they could order their new car with a drivetrain combination from pretty sedate to genuinely muscular. Some buyers chose to tread the middle ground, which… more»
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Turbo Terrific: 1984 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible
During the 1980s, many vehicle manufacturers became excited by the potential performance increases offered by a turbocharger. Everyone seemed to be jumping on the “hairdryer” bandwagon, and the results were mixed. Chrysler joined the party with its Second Generation… more»
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Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes? 1929 Nash Cabriolet
In 1985, George Jones released his 45th album, titled “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes.” The album’s name was also the name of the hit song and video from that record, which asks the listener who is going to replace… more»
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One Of 852! 1931 Chevrolet Phaeton
The old, found Chevy hits keep on coming! Last week it was this 1934 Master Six barn bound in Bozeman and today it’s a 1931 Phaeton tucked away in Tuscon Tucson. This example has been out of the barn,… more»
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Big-Block Barn Find: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
When Chevrolet shoehorned its big-block V8 under the hood of its Corvette, they transformed an iconic vehicle into one with performance to leave you breathless. This 1968 ‘Vette features its original big-block, but it has hibernated since 1980. It… more»
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Project or Parts? 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Convertible
It is the eternal question when a classic car appears at Barn Finds with rust requiring attention. Is it a viable restoration project, or is its fate to serve as a donor? That is the question facing potential buyers… more»
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Multicultural Show Car: 1953 Nash-Healey Roadster
An abiding interest in photography brought George Mason, head of Nash Kelvinator, and Donald Healey, head of Healey Motor Company, together on the RMS Queen Elizabeth in 1949, as each was making the crossing to America. George Mason had… more»
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Stored 25 Years: 1962 Cadillac Convertible
From the ran and drove great when it was parked in the shop 25 years ago department comes this 1962 Cadillac convertible, which recently emerged from a quarter-century hibernation and is now looking for a new place to call… more»
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Cheap Early MG: 1963 MGB Roadster
If you’re interested in an early MGB, you better hurry- this one may not last long. Here on craigslist is a 1963 MGB roadster for sale with an asking price of just $6,000. The car is located in Houston,… more»
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Re-bodied 1962 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Ready to Finish
What kind of irregularities can you put up with in an old car? No matter how long your list, this 1962 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz might test your resolve. We’ll get into that below, but first notice that the car… more»
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Hide-Away Hardtop! 1957 Ford Fairlane Skyliner
Automotive designers and marketers worked overtime in the 1950s and 1960s, coming up with new and interesting products. One of the most “far-out” may have been the retractable hardtop, a Ford innovation of 1957-59. With the press of a… more»
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Fresh Paint: 1968 Pontiac GTO Convertible
Although it may not be 100% original, the fresh paint and drivetrain combination means this 1968 Pontiac GTO Convertible perfectly combines stunning good looks and performance. Its condition is hard to fault, and the subdued bidding could make it… more»
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Let’s Go Racing! 1959 Devin D Porsche
The Devin was born of a fortunate confluence of passion and science. Race car driver Bill Devin spent the late 1940s and early 1950s racing and hot-rodding cars, most notably, a Crosley Hotshot. During the same time frame, advancements… more»
