Think about the last car show you attended this summer (if you didn’t, get out there!). Certainly you saw plenty of Chevelles, more than a few GTOs, a few Cutlasses and 442s, probably a Charger or two. How many… more»
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Low Mileage Targa: 1987 Jaguar XJ-SC V12
The complexity of a convertible top has been known to discourage some folks from pursuing a drop-top in their garage. I don’t mind the complexity, but after replacing failed motors that caused a top to go down and not… more»
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390hp! 1969 Chevrolet Impala SS 427 Convertible
Many enthusiasts remember the 1960s as the era of the horsepower war. Manufacturers appealed to the hearts of buyers with performance leanings by bolting potent motors under the hoods of their latest offerings. This 1969 Chevrolet Impala SS 427… more»
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Leather Trim? 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible
This 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible presents beautifully, and the seller is confident enough to describe its condition as “mint.” That’s a bold call, but the car’s overall condition makes it plausible. However, one of the most intriguing aspects of… more»
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Fireball V8! 1963 Buick Special Convertible
Last week, I penned a piece on a 1964 Buick Skylark, and today, I thought I’d review the previous year’s model to see if any similarities exist. This 1963 Buick Special is probably more different than it is similar…. more»
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1 of 532: 1953 Cadillac Eldorado Project
The Eldorado arrived in 1953 as a low-production, exclusive luxury convertible. Though its concept would change over time, the Eldorado remained a Cadillac fixture until after the turn of the 21st Century. One of just 532 produced, this 1953… more»
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Package Deal: Pair of 1958 Ford Fairlane Skyliners
Looking for a competitive advantage, Ford redesigned its cars in 1957 and added a product that the competition did not have. That was a “Hideaway Hardtop” aka retractable hardtop (part sedan/part convertible). Skyliner was the branded name and was… more»
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45K Original Miles: 1992 Pontiac Sunbird Convertible
The seller of this 1992 Pontiac Sunbird Convertible tells us that this is not the car for you if you wish to blend in. For sure, its bright red paint and stunning white leather interior (with matching top) make… more»
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Epilogue Edition: 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle
These days, cars are lingering a bit longer than usual on classifieds sites and Facebook Marketplace. There’s a few reasons for this, not the least of which is some lack of consumer confidence in the marketplace, along with the… more»
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Spotless Fuelie: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
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»
