Some cars come under the heading of “seemed like a good idea at the time.” Such is the case with this 1991 Chrysler TC by Maserati. The brainchild of Lee Iacocca, it was designed to provide the company with… more»
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Blank Canvas: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible Project
This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is a “what you see is what you get” project. The owner passed away before bringing their dream to reality, and it appears that a friend is selling the car on the family’s behalf…. more»
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New Everything! 1962 Sunbeam Alpine
I’ll admit it, I’m a sucker for Sunbeam’s Alpine, such as this 1962 example. It’s simple; for me, it’s all about the styling. A designer named Kenneth Howes is responsible for most of the penmanship, and I believe he… more»
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454 Power! 1975 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Convertible
Along with numerous other GM offerings, the Chevrolet Caprice was heading for a major downsizing in 1977, but it remained large and in charge for ’75 and was still available with big-block power. This one seems to tick all… more»
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Same Owner 50+ Years: 1966 Lotus Elan S3
The Lotus Elan S3 was produced in England from 1966 to 1968. It replaced the S2 and was itself replaced by the S4. Exports to the U.S. were likely scarce but perhaps aided by the British TV series The… more»
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1 of 73: 1988 Avanti II Convertible
When Studebaker ceased U.S. auto production in late 1963 (1964 model year), the innovative Avanti went with it after less than 5,000 units. Two Studebaker dealers didn’t want that to happen and continued the car forward as the Avanti… more»
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GTO Tribute: 1970 Pontiac Le Mans Convertible
The problem with the 1970 Pontiac GTO is that prices for pristine examples can place them beyond the reach of mere mortals. However, this Tribute will cost considerably less than the real deal, delivering comparable performance while turning heads… more»
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Rock-Solid Italian: 1981 Lancia Beta Zagato
There are sensible ways to build production cars, and then there’s the Lancia way. This 1981 Beta Zagato demonstrates that, with the build process requiring multiple moves between two factories. It is believed that the company lost money on… more»
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Stunning 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T Convertible
This 1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible ticks most of the boxes Mopar enthusiasts focus on when searching for a classic to park in their garage. It is the desirable R/T variant and is finished in an iconic, desirable paint shade…. more»
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Drop-Top Muscle: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
There is nothing in the world that matches the experience of climbing aboard a classic Convertible for a wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. If the vehicle in question has bulging muscles, that’s even better. This 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible… more»
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Restore or Preserve? 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
It is sometimes said that hope springs eternal, which may be the case with the seller and this 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. They believe that it could be revived in a weekend, and who am I to argue? It… more»
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1 of 1 One Owner: 1970 Ford Torino GT
The Ford Torino received a redesign in 1970, nearly replacing the Fairlane that had been the company’s mid-size offering since 1962. The GT was the sportier version, yet the slippery shape of the car didn’t catch on, and the… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
Project candidates come in all shapes and sizes. If you’re seeking a gentle giant that could be restored, or potentially revived for enjoyment as a genuine survivor, this 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible deserves a close look. It ran beautifully… more»
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Bat Rod Drop-Top: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix
During its long and distinguished run, the Pontiac Grand Prix was only offered as a convertible one time. That was during the 1967 model year. These were beautiful cars, but perhaps the sales numbers weren’t strong enough for Pontiac… more»
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390-Powered Convertible: 1967 Ford Galaxie 500
Convertibles were still popular in the mid-1960s, and Ford offered them in all their major series. The Galaxie 500 was Ford’s equivalent of the Chevrolet Impala, and they built more than 24,000 drop-tops in 1967, with only 20% being… more»
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24-Year Barn Dweller: 1966 Plymouth Sport Fury
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»
