The Sport Fury, a snappier version of the Plymouth, arrived in 1959, two years before the Chevrolet Impala Super Sport and three ahead of the Ford Galaxie 500XL. It wasn’t in the mix for 1960 or 1961 but finished… more»
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Drop-Top Discovery: 1967 Plymouth Barracuda
True or False: The Ford Mustang was the first so-called “pony car” to enter the market. And False is the answer. The Plymouth Barracuda beat the Mustang to the game, which debuted at the 1964 New York World’s Fair,… more»
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Power Top: 1966 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
We may have passed the summer solstice, but there are still plenty of opportunities to hit the road on a sunny day in a classic Convertible before winter arrives. Hiding in this garage is a prime candidate for those… more»
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Rare R-Code 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
In 1963, Ford rolled out a 427 cubic inch V8 to compete with Chevrolet’s 409, Chrysler’s 413, and Pontiac’s 421 on the street (and on the track). Two versions of the 427 existed, the 425 hp R-Code and the… more»
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1953/2003 AAT Commemorative Edition Chevrolet Corvette
There’s no shortage of companies that have taken it upon themselves to try and improve the Chevrolet Corvette, with some ventures turning out better than others. One that seems to have hit a bullseye is the 1953/2003 Commemorative Edition… more»
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342 Stroker! 1980 MG MGB LE
The 1980 MG MGB LE enjoys a well-earned reputation as a relaxed cruiser, at home on winding country lanes. With modest power, it isn’t what many people would consider to be a barn-stormer. However, this MG is an exception… more»
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Original L79/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Some cars effortlessly tick the boxes many enthusiasts consider crucial when seeking a classic to park in their garage. Early examples of Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette are inherently desirable, but this 1968 Convertible lifts that to a higher level. It… more»
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1 of 2,960: Rare 1949 Willys-Overland Jeepster
The Willys-Overland Jeepster definitely goes under the “Quirky Misfire” category. I remember the first one I saw as a kid back in the early ’60s. The front end looked like a Jeep, but the rest of it, a 2-door,… more»
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6k Original Miles: 1986 Ford Mustang LX Convertible
Rarity and low-mileage claims can be a slippery slope if the seller doesn’t provide supporting evidence. Such is the case with this 1986 Ford Mustang LX Convertible. The seller indicates that the odometer reading of 6,500 miles is genuine… more»
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Cruise Ready! 1963 Buick Special Convertible
Through most of the 1950s, the Special was Buick’s entry-level full-size automobile. The name was temporarily mothballed in 1959 only to return in 1961 as the GM division’s new “senior” compact (along with the Pontiac Tempest and Oldsmobile F85)…. more»
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Parked Since ’06: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
I’m sure that virtually every enthusiast dreams of the day when they open the door of a shed or barn to discover a desirable classic sitting in the darkness, awaiting the moment when someone releases it from captivity. Such… more»
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Collection Clean-Out: Saab 900 Projects
For a little while, I was a Saab man. With a Monte Carlo Yellow 900 Turbo convertible in my garage, I gained access to one of the most enthusiastic and helpful car communities out there, which was particularly impressive… more»
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1 of 1,800: 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz
If you departed a Cadillac dealer with a new Eldorado Biarritz convertible in 1957, you left more than $7,500 behind. That’s the equivalent of $85,000 today. It was a special car built in small numbers along with a hardtop… more»
BF Exclusive: 1929 Mercedes Gazelle Replica
UPDATE – The seller has sent over additional photos and a video! If you’ve ever admired the elegant styling of pre-war European roadsters but wanted something that’s easier to own and enjoy, this 1929 Mercedes Gazelle replica deserves a… more»
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Drivable Barn Find: 1966 Sunbeam Tiger V8
Most of the time, when we come across dilapidated Tigers, they also don’t run–but this one’s different! Someone, presumably the seller, has gone through enough of the mechanical components that the car is declared “ready to drive” and just… more»
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Compact Convertible: 1966 AMC Rambler American 440
When it was introduced in the late 1950s, the AMC Rambler American appealed mostly to buyers seeking economical, practical transportation in a compact package. However, by the time the third generation rolled around in 1964, many consumers were beginning… more»
