Beginning in 1966, the Comet would lose some of its compact car heritage. It would become a mid-size automobile using the same chassis as the Ford Fairlane – which had a Falcon chassis stretched to accommodate a longer wheelbase…. more»
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Working Retractable Top! 1959 Ford Galaxie Skyliner
The 1950s was an era for experimentation by U.S. car manufacturers. A good example would be Ford’s retractable hardtop from 1957-59. It had a complex operation but was dependable despite what pundits may say today. But they didn’t sell… more»
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90% Restored: 1955 Packard Caribbean
The Packard Caribbean was one of the most luxurious, glamorous cars for sale in the 1950s. Loaded with goodies, a drop top, and not 2 but 3 paint colors, it was a car that stood out everywhere it went…. more»
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Drivable Barn Find: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette L76
The 1963 model year was a landmark one for the Corvette. It marked the introduction of the all-new C2 version, and it was a year in which the Corvette set a new sales record. Buyers were tripping over themselves… more»
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Original 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T 383 Convertible
The seller is this 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T Convertible’s third owner. He purchased the vehicle in 1983 and used it sparingly before placing it into dry storage for thirty-two years. It has emerged from hiding, and he has returned… more»
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California Black Plates: 1955 Ford Thunderbird
Though both cars started as two-seaters, the Chevy Corvette and the Ford Thunderbird were not direct competitors. The ‘Vette was designed as a sports car to thwart English imports while the T-Bird was an early personal luxury car with… more»
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Rumble Seat Rarity: 1936 Chevrolet Standard Cabriolet
If pre-war classics are right up your alley, then you’ll be happy to see this drop-top parked there: a 1936 Chevrolet Standard Cabriolet! Located just south of Minneapolis, Minnesota, this black beauty is advertised here on Craigslist for $42,000.
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Little Bit of Everything! Huge Car Collection For Sale
Every so often, you run across a situation where a car aficionado is selling off his complete collection. In this case, we’re talking about an assortment of cars and trucks from the 1948s thru 1990 that add up to… more»
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Restored Garage Find: 1970 Pontiac GTO Convertible
A GTO with a four-speed manual transmission, a top that goes down, and is green! What more do you need (well, maybe another color if you’re unlike me and don’t like green)? Claimed as the result of a full… more»
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1 of 19: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
The Plymouth Barracuda was redesigned for 1970 and lost its six-year lineage with the Valiant compact. Public response was favorable as sales improved by 50% over the prior year. That included the ‘Cuda performance editions that could be equipped… more»
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Fairlady Import: 1969 Datsun 2000
In the late 1960s, Datsun was still a relative newcomer in the U.S., having become Nissan’s brand of choice in 1960. That included the Fairlady Z two-seat roadster that was badged as the Datsun 1500/1600/2000 based on the year… more»
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Triple Black Treat: 1969 Chrysler Newport Convertible
There’s something about the appearance of triple-black cars that allows them to be both classy and menacing at the same time. That is the case with this 1969 Chrysler Newport Convertible. Its black paint and soft-top combine perfectly with… more»
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396/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible
When new, the 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible offered its owner a potent wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. Little has changed in more than five decades since the car rolled off the production line, except the Chevelle SS 396 has… more»
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Survivor Driver: 1968 Ford Fairlane 500 Convertible
Here’s a presentable “survivor driver” that could be a fun convertible to just drive around in and enjoy. It’s not perfect by any means, but to be 53 years old, this low-production drop top (only 3,422 were made) appears… more»
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Sitting For Years: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
WYSIWYG. What You See Is What You Get. That might be the best way to describe this 1954 Chevrolet Corvette, as there is not a whole lot of specific information or details given about this car or its history. … more»
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Stored 33 Years: 1956 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The first-generation Chevrolet Corvette had a good and long run, having lasted ten model years from 1953 through 1962. Chevrolet changed the body up a bit for the ’56 model, making some modifications to the front and taking away… more»
