Gone for 1961 were the “batwing” tailfins that symbolized the 1959-60 full-size Chevrolets. Styling was more “sensible” as the 1960s unfolded, and Chevy continued to maintain its position at the top of the sales charts over Ford and Plymouth…. more»
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Stunning Drop-Top! 1966 Imperial
Though built by Chrysler and in the family for ages, the 1955 to 1975 Imperials were branded separately. The idea was to make it seem more exclusive than its main competitors, Cadillac, and Lincoln. This 1966 convertible might be… more»
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Well-Optioned Survivor: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
It is fair to say that some classics are created more equal than others. Take this 1966 Corvette Convertible as a prime example. It is an original and unmolested survivor with a long-term ownership history. However, it features a… more»
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425-Powered 1967 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Convertible
There’s nothing like a big ole American convertible, especially a big red convertible! Well, back in ’67 Oldsmobile did it as well as anyone did with their Delta 88 drop-top. Today’s find is a 115K mile resident of Hanover,… more»
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1948 Packard Custom Eight Convertible Project
In the 1949 film noir Impact, starring Brian Donleavy, Ella Raines, and Helen Walker, Donleavy drives a Packard convertible (described as a “roadster” in the movie) that’s nearly identical to the one on offer here, a 1948 Custom Eight… more»
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Former Racer: 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS
Chevrolet introduced the Chevelle in 1964. It was a mid-sized car designed to compete with the downsized Ford Fairlane. The Malibu was the better trimmed of the Chevelles and could be had with the Super Sport treatment, like… more»
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1968 Chrysler Newport Sportsgrain Convertible
Appearing to be wearing Consort Blue Metallic paint, this 1968 Chrysler Newport Sportsgrain Convertible is one unique car. The wheels aren’t stock, of course, but this car is so inexpensive right now that for anyone wanting to turn a… more»
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Customized Car/Boat! 1995 GMC Yukon
What do you get when you combine a large SUV with a speedboat? Why, you get a monster car/boat, of course. But it won’t float, so please don’t try. It’s strictly for street use and should turn heads wherever… more»
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Affordable Convertible? 1966 Ford Mustang 4-Speed
At first glance, I thought this was a really sharp-looking 1966 Ford Mustang convertible. And considering how many that we cover here on BF, it takes something special with a first-gen Mustang to get me to take a second… more»
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Turbocharged Drop-Top! 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Spyder
In the 1960s, Chevrolet offered two compact cars, the Chevy II and the Corvair. The former was thoroughly conventional by Detroit standards (front-engine, water-cooled), while the latter was anything but. Like the VW Beetle, the Corvair had a rear-mounted,… more»
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Canadian Chevelle: 1964 Acadian Beaumont SD
In the U.S., Chevrolet introduced the Chevelle mid-size car in 1964, which would be an immediate sales success. But north of the border, there was a Canadian derivative of the Chevelle, the Acadian Beaumont. Thought of as a Pontiac,… more»
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Cheap Kit Car Project With Trailer: 1973 Bradley GT
The GT is perhaps the best-known of the Bradley Automotive kit cars built between 1970 and 1981. Using a fiberglass body over a VW chassis and mechanical bits, an estimated 6,000 of them were built across 12 years. This… more»
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273-Equipped: 1967 Dodge Dart Convertible
With winter fast approaching, now might seem like an odd time to splash the cash on a classic Convertible. However, nothing could be further from the truth. The cold weather allows the opportunity for an owner to spend time… more»
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15k Mile 1968 Shelby Mustang GT350 Convertible
Only 1,664 buyers elected to splash their cash on a Shelby Mustang GT350 in 1968, with 404 selecting the Convertible variant. This is one of those cars, although its drivetrain combination increases its rarity and desirability. It presents superbly,… more»
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No Reserve Rarity: 1967 Rambler Rogue Rag Top
OK, so there is some initial confusion with the listing for this convertible. It is stated as being an AMC Hornet Silver(?) but it’s actually a 1967 Rambler American Rogue convertible – and a rare car at that as… more»
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Riverside Red Revival: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette
Changes were few to Chevrolet’s hot sports car, the Corvette, in 1964 after a complete redesign the year before. Its popularity continued to grow and 1964 would be the car’s best sales year (to date). This Riverside Red convertible… more»
