In the mid-1970s, U.S. automakers scrambled to build more fuel-efficient vehicles in the wake of spiking gasoline prices. Pontiac, for one, had no subcompact offering, so they rebadged a Chevrolet Vega and called it the Astre (“star”). It remained… more»
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Custom Drop-Top: 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ Convertible
I am constantly amazed by the classics that emerge from estates because the mix is quite eclectic. Take this 1979 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ as a shining example. Someone sought personalization and wasn’t afraid to splash their cash to… more»
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Amazing Preservation: 1965 Pontiac GTO Show Car
Some classics are so incredible it becomes impossible to isolate a single aspect as its most outstanding feature. Such is the case with this 1965 Pontiac GTO. It ticks the right boxes for high-performance enthusiasts, while its custom paint… more»
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Wild 440-Powered 1971 Dodge Demon
The Dodge Demon debuted in 1971 as a companion to the compact Plymouth Duster. And, like the fastback Duster, a small-block performance model was offered, the Demon 340. Here we have a Demon 440, not something your Dodge dealer… more»
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Road Ready: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie Gasser
Hiding in this garage is a 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie Gasser. It had occupied the same spot since its racing days ended in 1985. However, the seller recently revived it, returning the car to a roadworthy state while preserving… more»
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1 of 60: Mario Andretti Edition 1995 Ford Mustang GT
Special Edition autos have been around for decades, some of which seem to have fulfilled the creator’s intention better than others, although just the fact that a car can be deemed a promotional vehicle is often enough to merit… more»
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Mustero Tribute: 1968 Ford Mustang
Sales of the Ford Mustang peaked at 607,000 units in 1966. Its popularity was enough for a dealer in Beverly Hills, California, to lobby to build the “Mustero,” a cross between a Mustang and a Ranchero pickup. But, as… more»
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Gold Plated 50 Millionth Tribute: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
In the Fall of 1954, General Motors was preparing to celebrate its 50 millionth vehicle to roll off the assembly line. The honor went to a new 1955 Chevy Bel Air Sport Coupe that was gold-plated from head to… more»
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Holley G-Force One Project: 1987 Pontiac Grand Prix
The Pontiac Grand Prix received a radical change for the 1988 model, featuring an all-new modernized body plus a front-wheel-drive system, replacing the RWD that had pushed the car since its introduction in 1962. With sales on a steady… more»
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Coach Built 1969 Pontiac Catalina Six-Door Wagon
Stretched wagons like this Armbruster Stageway-built 1969 Pontiac Catalina were not an uncommon sighting back in the day. These were known for performing a variety of tasks, such as limousine services, funeral home duties, and even airport transporters. If… more»
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Rare 1953 Chrysler Hemi V8 Cutaway
To show off their new hemispherical combustion chamber V8 engines, we’re told Chrysler built three cutaway models in 1953 for display to the public and media. And, we’re further informed that only one was constructed to have moving parts… more»
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V8-Powered 2009 Pontiac Solstice
The Solstice was one of Pontiac’s last new cars, a 2-seat roadster. It was produced alongside the similar Saturn Sky from 2006 to 2010 and was the first Pontiac sports car since the Fiero of the 1980s. But this… more»
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Shop Truck: 1970 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed
A business can advertise its wares in many ways, but few are better than plastering its logo on the side of an eye-catching classic. That is the opportunity awaiting the new owner of this 1970 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed…. more»
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Mad Mud-Runner: 1934 Ford Pickup
We see an eclectic mix of vehicles at Barn Finds, from classic muscle cars to cool customs. This 1934 Ford Pickup fits into the second category and has spent time as a promotional vehicle. Below the skin is a… more»
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Only One Left? 1981 Buick Skylark Convertible
American Custom Coachworks Ltd. was a customization shop based in Beverly Hills, California and they made convertibles out of cars that were never meant to be convertibles, such as this ultra-rare 1981 Buick Skylark convertible. This example is listed… more»
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Coach Built 1978 Cadillac Seville Grandeur Opera
Looking back to the changing times the automotive world was experiencing during the mid-seventies, it seems General Motors couldn’t have chosen a more appropriate era to introduce the Cadillac Seville when the sedan was added to the lineup as… more»
