To capture more of an upscale audience, Ford added the LTD to its lineup in 1965. It was essentially a gussied-up Galaxie 500. The car caught on, ran for many years, and inspired Chevrolet to cobble together the Caprice… more»
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Three Deuce Biarritz: 1960 Cadillac Eldorado
I’ve seen plenty of ground scrapers before, but this outsized 1960 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz looks like a minor asphalt ripple would challenge it. Regardless, there are a lot of other facets to this car to consider, so we can… more»
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Same Owner 52 Years: 1971 Dodge Charger 500
Chrysler redesigned all of its mid-sized B-body cars in 1971. That included the Dodge Charger, which had a highly successful second-generation run from 1968 to 1970. The cars had an all-new look and sales more than doubled from 1970… more»
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52K-Mile Luxury Survivor: 1978 Cadillac Eldorado
Mediterranean Blue Firemist is such a beautiful color, although now that I say that, vehicle colors are such a subjective thing. At the very least, it’s an exotic-sounding name, and that’s perfect for what was an exotic car at… more»
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Sparkling Survivor: 1987 Toyota Cressida Luxury Sedan
Years before Toyota introduced its luxury Lexus brand in the USA in September of 1989, the most luxurious Toyota sold stateside from 1978 to 1992 was the Cressida. It was an extremely well-built and equipped luxury sedan, but its… more»
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Missed Opportunity: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Convertible
The question of whether or not Chevrolet ever produced a convertible Monte Carlo in 1970 is a bit of a conundrum, which I’m almost certain can be positively answered no, that is, if it’s followed by clarifying at least… more»
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Limo Project: 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL
For some odd reason, I have a fascination with old limousines. It’s a combination of being a product of the 80s and 90s when such vehicles were inherently cool and always getting a kick out of some random luxury… more»
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Barn-Bound 10 Years: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
1977 was the fifth and last year of the “Colonnade” A-body cars at General Motors. A smaller, more fuel-efficient platform was due out in 1978, yet cars like the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme were still putting up big sales numbers…. more»
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Rough Around the Edges: 1970 Dodge Challenger
The Dodge Challenger was the last player to join the “pony car” movement that began in the mid-1960s. Launched in 1970, the Challenger shared its new E-body platform with the Plymouth Barracuda, and both cars are in demand today… more»
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One Of A Kind? 1939 Rolls-Royce Wraith Hearse
Making end-of-life decisions is certainly not a pleasant subject to think about, but since I’ve rarely been in a funeral procession with a memorable lead vehicle, choosing something classy and vintage ahead of time might offer your loved ones… more»
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LPG Conversion: 1963 Mercury Monterey S-55
This 1963 Mercury Monterey S-55 is a tidy classic with only minor cosmetic needs. It features a 390ci V8 under the hood and the distinctive power “Breezeway” back window. The LPG conversion adds versatility, and I must say a… more»
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One Owner 1966 Ford Fairlane GTA Convertible
If a car with a known history is on your Shopping List, this 1966 Ford Fairlane GTA Convertible deserves a close look. It is a one-owner classic that underwent a frame-off restoration in the 1990s. It still presents exceptionally… more»
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Caddy On The Cheap! 1990 Allante Convertible
My, how things have changed in the automotive world, at GM in particular. Back in the eighties, their top division, Cadillac, took a swing at the luxury two-seater market (Mercedes SL?) with the Allante, such as this 1990 example,… more»
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421 Tri-Power: 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix
Some classics create barely a ripple when they hit the street, while others possess so many positive attributes that it is impossible to identify their greatest or most significant. This 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix falls into the latter category…. more»
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Honest and Original: 1963 Ford Fairlane 500
Boy, is someone going to hit one out of the park in acquiring this 1963 Ford Fairlane 500 coupe. It’s another good find by Curvette that brings us the ad here on ebay. The demand is for $23,500 or… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
This 1956 Ford Thunderbird is a stunning classic that has led a sheltered life. It presents superbly and features the range-topping V8 under the hood. The current owner has been its custodian for six years, and has kept the… more»
