In 1984, personal luxury coupes were still selling strongly. Oldsmobile sold 48,100 Toronados, and it was the least popular of the E-Body triumvirate (which also included the Buick Riviera and Cadillac Eldorado). Rough seas were on the horizon for our beloved… more»
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Mar 24, 2025 • For Sale • 19 Comments
A Clean, Reliable Driver: 1946 Buick Super Sedan
Can you imagine the pride the original owner felt when the local Buick dealer handed over the keys to this 1946 Super? After four years of anxiety and privation, it was time for a new car, and not just… more»
Mar 23, 2025 • For Sale • 43 Comments
26k Miles? Well-Sorted 1956 Continental Mark II
What do this 1956 Continental Mark II and the 1951 Packard have in common? Not much, but their styling teams were led by the same man, John Reinhart. It’s not a bad legacy to have one’s name attached to… more»
Mar 22, 2025 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Garage-Kept: 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V
The market is awash with potential candidates if an enthusiast is considering dipping their toe into the water of classic ownership for the first time. The decision can sometimes be difficult as they balance affordability with their heart’s desire…. more»
Mar 22, 2025 • For Sale • 29 Comments
28K-Miles! 1973 Lincoln Continental Town Car
It really doesn’t matter if you have garage space or not, someone please buy this fantastic 1973 Lincoln Continental Town Car! You’ll need a big garage, or you can rent a storage unit, maybe store it in a neighbor’s… more»
Mar 22, 2025 • For Sale • 10 Comments
40k Miles? 1984 Lincoln Continental Mark VII Bill Blass Designer Series
The ’70s and ’80s brought us some interesting partnerships between designer brands and American automakers. The Oleg Cassini Matador. The Fila Thunderbird. The Cartier Town Car. And this Mark VII Bill Blass Designer Edition. Although Mr. Blass passed away… more»
Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 11 Comments
1 of 2,434: 1959 Chrysler New Yorker Project
When the Chrysler New Yorker retired in 1996, it was the longest-running U.S. nameplate at the time. It was Chrysler’s most prestigious product (excluding the Imperial often sold without Chrysler badging). The seller’s 1959 edition is from the company’s… more»
Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Older Restoration: 1964 Lincoln Continental Convertible
There is nothing like hitting the road on a sunny day behind the wheel of a classic Convertible. While many enthusiasts focus on performance models, there is nothing wrong with undertaking such journeys aboard luxurious classics like this 1964… more»
Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Cheap Wheels Survivor: 1999 Oldsmobile Aurora
The Aurora was a 4-door, V8-powered luxury car produced by Oldsmobile from 1995 to 2003. It was on par with the Buick Riviera using the G-platform developed by Cadillac. The seller’s 1999 looks to be a very nice first-generation… more»
Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 13 Comments
1979 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Aerocoupe
Something a lot of people wouldn’t have given much thought to is a headlight dimmer switch. For the redesigned, smaller Chevys in 1977, the dimmer switch was moved from the floor to the turn signal stalk on the left… more»
Mar 20, 2025 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Painted Top: 1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria
I didn’t even notice until I looked at the closeup photos of the Landau Vinyl Top, or former vinyl top, that the vinyl top has been removed and the top is painted, I’m assuming the former color of the… more»
Mar 20, 2025 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Bucket Seat Option: 1969 Chrysler 300
Long and low is one way to describe this 1969 Chrysler 300—the fuselage-styled body certainly makes a visual statement. Parked in 1989 and garaged ever since, this outsized two-door hardtop is looking for a fresh start with a new… more»
Mar 19, 2025 • For Sale • 15 Comments
52k Mile Turbo Diesel Sedan: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D
Whether you’re a fan of diesel-powered autos, looking for an older reliable cruiser, or just in the market for a nicely preserved eighties sedan, this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300D here on eBay ticks several of the right boxes. It has… more»
Mar 18, 2025 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Originality Reigns Supreme: 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Coupe
The intermediate-sized Oldsmobile Cutlass was a sales juggernaut during the decade of the 1970’s. Even with all of the headwinds facing the auto industry back then (the oil crisis and government-mandated safety and emission standards for starters), the Cutlass… more»
Mar 18, 2025 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Valentino Edition: 1984 Lincoln Continental
“Cabernet Wine over Medium Charcoal Glamour Clearcoat Metallic” is a heck of a name for the Valentino Designer Series edition Lincoln Continental and the “cool”, shady color temperatures make these colors look decidedly blue rather than warm and burgundy… more»
Mar 18, 2025 • Auctions • 13 Comments
No Reserve BF Auction: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL
American manufacturers weren’t the only companies to build big luxury land yachts, though they did definitely corner the market. Mercedes-Benz has a long history of building stately luxury cruisers and their S-class has long been their go-to model for… more»
