The Chevy Caprice was added to the lineup in 1965 as a competitor to the new Ford LTD. Just as the LTD was an option on the Galaxie 500, the Caprice was on the Impala. But it would be… more»
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No Reserve: 39k Mile 1977 Buick Electra Limited
The 1970s brought many things, including the Bee Gees singing in their unmistakable falsetto and movies like Star Wars and Close Encounters of the Third Kind demonstrating that special effects technology had taken a quantum leap forward. It also… more»
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’70s Luxury Coupe! 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix
Pontiac’s beaked and angular Grand Prix left its roots after ’77 according to some, and this 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ in Cadillac, Michigan represents the final year of this generation with high style. The two-tone paint, 400 V8,… more»
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Low Mileage Survivor: 1973 Ford Thunderbird
One of the things that always set 1973 model cars, apart from their ’72 predecessors, is the presence of railroad crosstie-sized front bumpers. Per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 215, “Exterior… 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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One-Year Styling: 1961 Oldsmobile 98
For most of the second half of the 20th Century, the 98 (also spelled Ninety Eight and Ninety-Eight) was Oldsmobile’s top-of-the-line car. If you wanted more luxury or creature comforts, you’d have to go for a Cadillac. The name… more»
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Stock Survivor: 1988 Chevrolet Caprice Classic
While some enthusiasts focus on high-performance models, Pickups, or exotics, others prefer to live life at a more sedate pace. Nothing ticks the boxes for them more effectively than an unmolested classic offering a wealth of luxury touches. That… more»
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31k Mile Survivor: 1981 Dodge Mirada
The Mirada was the Dodge equivalent of the Chrysler Cordoba. Based on a modified Aspen chassis, the Mirada was in production from 1980 to 1983 while Chrysler Corp. was still staying afloat financially (it was the K-Car that would… more»
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Stainless Steel Roof: 1980 Chrysler New Yorker
Fifth Avenue in New York is still a potential marketing gold mine as far as conjuring up images of uber-wealthy people with top hats, canes, spats, and monocles. Well, at least the men. This 1980 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth… more»
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Stored For a Decade: 1963 Studebaker Avanti
Some manufacturers completely abandon common sense in pursuit of sales, and the results can be catastrophic. Studebaker is a prime example of that thinking, with the company paying the ultimate price for an adventurous approach. Its dire financial situation… more»
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Time Capsule Survivor: 1967 Pontiac LeMans
1967 was the last chance offering for a second-generation Pontiac LeMans before a restyled and more modern-looking model took over the following year, but there’s just something about those stacked headlights and tall composure in the front that’s hard… more»
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One Family Owned: 1980 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith II
There are some classic cars and trucks that become infinitely cooler when you find out it’s a one-owner, or one-family owned, example. The Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is one of the more familiar collector cars out there, and many of… more»
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Bring Bondo, Mohair, and Money: 1939 Packard Limousine
At one time, big prewar limousines were a hot commodity for restorers. These symbols of meticulous craftsmanship and ostentatious wealth were sought after for their rarity. With prewar prices falling and restoration costs reaching new heights, getting rid of… more»
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Rare 5-Speed: 1985 Jaguar XJ-S
Whenever an enthusiast’s thoughts turn to the Jaguar XJ-S, they almost invariably imagine a luxurious Grand Tourer featuring the glorious but insanely complicated V12 engine. However, this 1985 example is a captive import featuring a rare 5-speed manual performing… more»
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Used For Storage: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
A lot of folks think that the early Chevy Corvettes and Ford Thunderbirds competed in the same market. Sure, they both were two-seaters, but Chevy was going after the sports car space while the Ford was a small personal… more»
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No Reserve Remarkable: 1963 Imperial Crown
The year 1963 was the end of an era for Chrysler Corporation’s Imperial brand. The flamboyant styling of ChryCo’s head designer, Virgil Exner, was coming to an end and would be replaced in ’64 by an entirely new, squared-off… more»
