Many enthusiasts contend that the C2’s release marked the moment when the Chevrolet Corvette came of age. Chevrolet didn’t merely focus on giving its latest offering a sleek new body; it also reengineered the car to deliver handling that… more»
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Big-Block Project: 1968 (?) Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Hiding in this shed is a classic that is both a promising project and a mystery machine. The seller advertises this Corvette Convertible as a 1968 model, although there are indications that the model year may be incorrect. Only… more»
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Stored 35 Years: 1962 Dodge Dart 440 Drop-Top
Most folks remember the Dodge Dart as a compact car in the 1960s and 1970s. However, from 1960 to 1962, it was a full-size offering, including the only time the name appeared on a B-body product (1962). The seller… more»
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Nice Older Restoration: 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible
Everyone knows that you don’t start noticing things until you start noticing them; for example, a recent encounter with a reasonably priced 1964 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible for sale on the side of the road about twenty miles from my… more»
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Estate Find: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
1967 was where it all began for the Chevrolet Camaro, and this first-year example has an interesting story to tell. According to the seller, before his acquisition just a year ago, this car hadn’t seen the light of day… more»
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Original Paint: 1968 MG MGB
By the standards of the day, the MGB enjoyed an extended production run. The first cars rolled off the line in 1962, while the last left the factory in 1980. The company hit upon a formula that allowed it… more»
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First Year: 1964 Buick Skylark Convertible
Often, when referencing the introduction of the 1964 GM A-body cars (Chevrolet Chevelle/Malibu, Pontiac Tempest/LeMans, Oldsmobile F85, and Buick Skylark/Special, it’s the Pontiac that sucks all of the air out of the room with its trend-setting GTO. Oldsmobile gets… more»
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Wrecked 1969 Ford Mustang GT 390 4-Speed Convertible
By 1969, a flood of competition had entered the “pony car” space. Yet, the Ford Mustang was still the dominant player at sales of just shy of 300,000 units. But the convertible was just five percent of total production…. more»
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Recently Revived: 1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible
This 1973 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Convertible demonstrates that there are still great classics squirreled away in garages, awaiting liberation by passionate enthusiasts. It spent most of its life as part of the same family, although the last twelve years… more»
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Long Term Owner: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
Many enthusiasts view a long-term ownership history favorably when seeking a classic to park in their garage. Cars that the same person has owned for decades are typically well-maintained and haven’t been abused or neglected. This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro… more»
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Garage Find: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible
While the convertible model had been available since the first year of the Chevrolet Impala, it wasn’t until the third generation was introduced in 1961 that the Super Sport became an option. Although the SS was later available on… more»
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Maybe It’ll Buff Out: 1961 Chevrolet Impala
And now, another installment of “What in the Sam Hill Happened?” Today’s subject is a 1961 Chevrolet Impala convertible, or perhaps I should suggest that it used to be a ’61 Impala convertible. Whatever its story, I sincerely hope… more»
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Original 389: 1965 Pontiac GTO Convertible
Introduced in 1964, the GTO cemented its place in American folklore in 1965 when sales more than doubled. Enthusiasts couldn’t get enough of Pontiac’s ground-breaking muscle car, spawning an era that is fondly remembered by those of us with… more»
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Ragtop Needs Restoring: 1962 Chevrolet Impala
As Dinah Shore would croon for years, “See the USA in Your Chevrolet” was a popular way to go decade after decade. And what better way to do it than in a 1962 Chevrolet Impala convertible. Though scarcely seen… more»
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Rare Drop-Top: 1968 Buick Skylark GS 400 Convertible
“Rare” is a relative term in the classic world, with some cars more deserving of that label than others. Take this 1968 Buick Skylark GS 400 Convertible as a prime example. The drop-top variant accounted for approximately 18% of… more»
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BF Auction: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
This 1956 Ford Thunderbird is a stunning classic that has led a sheltered life. It presents superbly and features the range-topping V8 under the hood. The current owner has been its custodian for six years, and has kept the… more»
