Years ago, when an auto manufacturer offered a convertible body style, it was usually made available on the top model or trim level. That was half true for Oldsmobile in 1968 as its range-topping Ninety-Eight model was offered in… more»
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A Cruiser, Not A Bruiser: 1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible
With a production total nudging 100,000 in that electrifying 1966 model year, it goes without saying that not every GTO was outfitted as a street fighter, especially if one were ordering a convertible (12,798 produced). This beautiful “Palmetto Green” convertible, brought… more»
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429 4-Speed! 1969 Ford XL Convertible
OK, this one’s a bit curious. It’s advertised as a Galaxie 500 XL, but my research tells me that in ’69, you had either an XL or a Galaxie 500, but not both (the Galaxie 500 and XL went… more»
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Not Many Left: 1968 Dodge Coronet 500 Ragtop
There have been a lot of cars with the number “500” in the name. Cases in point are the Ford Galaxie 500 and the Shelby GT500. But there was also a 500 in the Dodge Coronet series from 1965… more»
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Highly-Optioned Big-Block: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 396 Convertible
Many enthusiasts will take one look at this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Convertible, discover the big-block under the hood, and decide that they have found the classic of their dreams. However, there is far more to this drop-top, because… more»
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Drop-Top Field Find: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
It’s no secret that one of the most popular series of Detroit iron is the “Tri-Five” Chevrolets from 1955 to 1957. More than 4.5 million of the cars were produced, and the period marked the return of Chevy’s first… more»
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Unrestored Survivor: 1972 Triumph TR6
The sparkling paint cloaking the exterior of this 1972 Triumph TR6 may cause some to believe it has undergone a restoration. However, the seller claims it is an original survivor and, if true, its condition is mighty impressive. It… more»
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Rust-Free Italian: 1980 Fiat Spider 2000
One challenge for enthusiasts seeking an Italian classic of a certain age is finding one that has remained rust-free throughout its life. This beautiful 1980 Fiat Spider 2000 ticks that box as a one-owner survivor that has never seen… more»
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Cheap Drop Top! 1991 Dodge Shadow Convertible
A 1991 Dodge Shadow convertible, eh? Seems like an unusual automobile to cover on these august web pages, but as usual, I have a reason – more on that to follow. So, reasonable mileage, good condition, top that drops,… more»
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Same Family For 62 Years! 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
The ’58 Corvettes were easy to spot compared to the ‘57s, though the same basic body was still in play. The cars had quad headlights for the first time, chrome accents adorned the trunk lid, and a “washboard-style” pattern… more»
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Inherited Project: 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
The concept of inheriting a potentially collectible project car is one most of us here would relish. However, not everyone wants an old car, which can seem more like a nuisance than an opportunity. The seller of this 1978… more»
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Living The Good Life: 2007 Bentley Azure
Most of us aren’t Bentley people. The price of poker is pretty high. For example, this 2007 Azure, a grand tourer convertible with a powerful V8 engine, cost between $330,000 and $350,000 when it was new. Its condition is… more»
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4-Speed Droptop: 1962 Corvair Convertible
If I were selling this very pretty 1962 Corvair convertible with a desirable manual transmission on Craigslist near Seattle, I would go into detail about the complete restoration it has undergone. But this seller is terse, just telling us… more»
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350 V8 Upgrade! 1965 Chevrolet Impala Drop-Top
Chevrolet was on a roll in 1965. The new mid-size Chevelle was in its second year and selling well. And the full-size Chevies had been redesigned and set sales records, too. In fact, more than one million Impalas found… more»
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Rare Bucket Seats? 1961 Buick Electra 225
I must admit that this 1961 Buick Electra 225 convertible is not what my mind conjures when I think of an Electra 225. Long, low, wide, and opulent are some of the adjectives that immediately come to mind, but… more»
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Rebuilt 289: 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible
This 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible seems to tick many of the boxes that buyers seeking a driver-grade classic consider essential. From its rebuilt V8 to its extremely tidy appearance, there is much to like about this iconic pony car…. more»
