I’ll let you in on a little secret; I turned sixty this year. My one wish? That I was as well-preserved as this 1965 Buick Electra 225 Hardtop. Mother Nature has done her worst to me, but this Buick… more»
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Low-Mileage Project Convertible: 1989 Cadillac Allante
The late 1980s brought us one of Cadillac’s most ambitious cars, the Allante, a Pininfarina-styled two-seater that aimed to compete with the likes of Mercedes and Jaguar. This 1989 example, now up for sale here on eBay, shows just… more»
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BF Auction: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
Some cars are about far more than good looks, which is undoubtedly the case with this 1958 Chevrolet Impala. When you look beyond the sparkling paint and beautiful interior, you discover a classic that is powered by Chevrolet’s iconic… more»
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Mistaken Identity? 1971 BMW 2000
This 1971 BMW 2000 is listed as an 1800 model in Saunderstown, Rhode Island, not far from where I used to live. The curious thing is that the badge on the rear flags it as an 1800 model, while… more»
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Ultimate Sleeper? 1978 Lincoln Continental Coupe
Sleepers are typically vehicles that hide their automotive light under a bushel. Exteriors can be conservative and understated, while their mechanical specifications provide enough power to pin occupants in their seats should the driver hit the “loud” pedal. That… more»
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65K-Mile Survivor: 1972 Buick Electra 225
I have a hard time thinking of a more elegant car, at least from the early 1970s, than this 1972 Buick Electra 225 hardtop sedan. The details, color, and condition all come together on this one, in my opinion…. more»
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45K Original Miles: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
When I hear the term “Personal Luxury Coupe”, I always drift towards thoughts of Pontiac’s Grand Prix or Chevrolet’s Monte Carlo. Ford, however, priescently invented the segment with the 1958 introduction of the “Square Bird” – and they made… more»
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30k-Mile Project: 1967 Buick Electra
The Electra (aka “225”) was the flagship automobile built by Buick from 1959 to 1990. The 225 surname was a nod to the car’s length in inches. It was produced on the same C-body platform as other top-of-the-line big… more»
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Fully Loaded: 1971 Pontiac Grand Ville Convertible
Some classics receive a decent run at Barn Finds, while others are seen less frequently. This 1971 Pontiac Grand Ville Convertible falls into the latter category, with the company’s low production tally almost guaranteeing that fact. This is a… more»
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Supercharged Survivor: 1963 Studebaker Avanti
Studebaker had high hopes for the Avanti when it was introduced in 1963. But production delays and the company’s financial position prevented the “halo” car from reaching its full potential. Barely three months into the 1964 model year, Studebaker… more»
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Easily Finished: 1965 Buick Riviera
Many enthusiasts aren’t keen to tackle someone’s unfinished project, which is understandable. There is always the danger that some vehicles possess nasty hidden surprises that will cost an arm and a leg to fix. However, that doesn’t appear to… more»
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Cheap Horse Collar Project: 1958 Edsel Ranger
For an offering that was considered a colossal failure at the time, the Edsel is one of those cars that’s a lot easier to appreciate now than when it was introduced back in the late fifties, with the Ranger… more»
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Future SS Clone? 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
After examining this 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu a couple of times, the best way I can think of to describe it is unusual, with most of that term referring to the roof area. Pop-up sunroofs were a popular aftermarket… more»
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4k Mile Survivor: 1987 Ford Thunderbird 5.0
To present an auto as among the nicest ones left of its kind can sometimes create unrealistic expectations, plus set a higher-than-normal level for potential scrutiny from prospective buyers. Although I try not to overuse this description, it seems… more»
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2 for 1: Pair of 1961 Lincoln Continentals
Lincoln, like many of FOMOCO’s brands, came in behind GM/Cadillac in terms of sales. The Cadillacs had some of the industry’s wildest styling in the late 1950s, while the Lincolns were downright weird with their slanted front peepers (Chrysler… more»
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Mint Original Survivor: 1973 Pontiac Grand Ville 4-Door Hardtop
By the mid-1960’s, even Ford and Chevrolet were offering new luxury trim and models to rival their Lincoln and Cadillac cousins. And in 1971, Pontiac entered the king-size luxury car field in a big way with the introduction of… more»
