You can draw significant parallels between what Lexus did to the flagship sedan market and how Mazda decided to build a better Elan in the Miata. Both companies studied the benchmarks in their respective class (in the case of… more»
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Project Sedan: 1985 Chevrolet Caprice
One of my other favorite sellers on eBay outside of the California donation lot is what seems like a salvage yard that keeps a few saveable vehicles out of the scrap pile by posting them for sale. One such… more»
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Restore or Drive? 1970 BMW 2800CS
This 1970 BMW 2800CS gives me hope. Yes, hope because it shows a car can still be desirable even if it hasn’t been completely restored. I’ll get into why this is personal in a moment, but for now, this… more»
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No Reserve Project: 1997 Aston Martin DB7
For enthusiasts of modern classics, the Aston Martin DB7 remains one of the most important models in the company’s history. This 1997 Aston Martin DB7, listed here on eBay at no reserve, presents as a project opportunity with a… more»
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1 of 835: 1967 Cadillac Fleetwood 75 Sedan
In the 1960s, Cadillac’s largest and most expensive vehicles were the Fleetwood Series 75 Sedan and Limousine. Riding on a 150-inch wheelbase, these cars were intended to transport a crowd of nine passengers in high style. The principal difference… more»
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Twin Turbo Rarity: 1996 Maserati Ghibli
Recently, there seems to be an uptick in gray market Maserati and Alfa Romeo products popping up on my local Marketplace page. This isn’t a particularly scientific observation, but it could be due to dealers or casual flippers with… more»
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Estate Sale Find: 1971 Jensen Interceptor
There was a time when I considered the Jensen Interceptor one of the more exotic and exciting British project vehicles you could buy. In fact, I can recall seeing some very strong money for pristine examples over the years,… more»
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Over $20k Spent: 1967 Cadillac Eldorado 429
People buying 1967 Cadillac Eldorados were likely around when horses were still being used as transportation. That’s hard to fathom as we look at the tiny supercomputers in our hands all day long. I only say that to bring… more»
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30k Mile Luxury Coupe: 1992 Buick Riviera
Among enthusiasts, it’s typically the first, second, and third-generation Rivieras that seem to get the most attention and fanfare, which is understandable, as all three were innovative and cutting-edge offerings in the personal luxury car market. The car had… more»
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Superfly Shorty: 1978 Cadillac Seville Opera Coupe
Cadillac resurrected the Seville name in 1976 and applied it to a mid-size luxury car at a time when big wasn’t always best. Spot shortages and higher prices had motorists thinking twice about fuel. Perhaps it was the right… more»
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Grandpa’s Barn Find: 1987 Lincoln Town Car
We usually think of a barn find as a dusty old pickup or a 1940s or 50s sedan that has been hiding for decades, often used as housing by mice, and is in poor condition. This 1987 Lincoln Town… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Nestled among numerous autos in a gravel lot somewhere in Avilla, Indiana, is this 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu, which the seller says was running fine when it was parked here. The circumstances of why this one ceased operating remain… more»
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Stored For 20 Years: 1967 Buick Riviera
Anyway you cut it, a 1967 Buick Riviera makes a visual statement, coming, going, or just sittin’ still and looking purdy! I have bemoaned Chrysler’s current sad state of affairs, but frankly, I don’t think Buick is much better… more»
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BF Auction: 1952 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe
Cadillac celebrated their 50th anniversary in 1952, and this beautiful Series 62 Coupe proves that they had come a long way from those wonderful single-cylinder 1902 models that were so brilliantly crafted by that great American engineer, Henry M…. more»
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15k Mile 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
After a production run spanning nearly three decades, Oldsmobile buyers got one final chance in the late eighties to buy a rear-wheel-drive Cutlass coupe. Two variants of the Cutlass Supreme were available as 1988 models, including the new FWD… more»
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Cheap Woodie: 1984 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible
The 1980s Chrysler LeBaron was a K-car variant using front-wheel drive as the company was trying to become relevant again. That included a Town & Country wagon with “wood” paneling (as a nod to yesteryear). But in a unique… more»
