Hunter S. Thompson, in Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, wrote: “All energy flows according to the whims of the great Magnet.” I mention this only because, not two weeks ago, a gearhead friend from New Zealand shared with… more»
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Locked Up! 1967 Humber Sceptre 2
It’s hard to believe, but less than a week after featuring a 1963 Humber Sceptre 1, we now have found a 1967 Sceptre 2 lock-up find for sale here on eBay. Not surprisingly, both the 1963 and 1967 cars… more»
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Estate Find: 1957 Chrysler 300C Convertible
Some classic cars bring with them a fascinating history, and this 1957 Chrysler 300C Convertible is no exception. It has spent decades in storage, with its current owner purchasing it to settle the original owner’s estate. They elected to… more»
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Stored 52 Years! 1955 Ford Thunderbird
The Ford Thunderbird was born in 1955 and is often compared to the Chevy Corvette of the same era. But that’s an inaccurate comparison as the T-Bird was designed as a 2-seat personal luxury car while the ‘Vette was… more»
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Bring Tires! 1967 Oldsmobile Toronado
In 1966, Oldsmobile added a personal luxury car to its lineup, the Toronado. And it would be the first U.S. production automobile since the 1930s Cord to have that set-up. The transaxle worked so well that GM borrowed it… more»
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Time Capsule T-Bird: 1976 Ford Thunderbird
Sometimes a seller’s choice of words in their advertising sales pitch such as “mint,” “amazing,” “stunning,” and “original” can be questioned, but that doesn’t appear to be the case here. Based on the more than 50 photos, this is… more»
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Big Block! 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
Rough looking and resting on deflated tires in an Osage City, Kansas garage, this 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS454 could be one of only 3823 such specimens produced. The description here on Craigslist claims the personal luxury coupe retains… more»
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Parked For 40 Years! 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
Many people didn’t realize it then, but the First Generation Oldsmobile Toronado was one of the most important vehicles developed by any American manufacturer. It wasn’t its styling that set it apart, but its groundbreaking drivetrain configuration. The Toronado… more»
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Pair of 1950s Hemi Barn Find Chryslers!
The Imperial was Chrysler’s most luxurious car in the 1950s and the “Letter Series” Mopar was Chrysler’s first foray into the performance arena. The seller here has managed (through a lien) to come across one each of those unique,… more»
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Deuce And A Quarter! 1965 Buick Electra 225
Let’s cut to the chase, this 1965 Buick Electra 225 is a real Whammer-jammer – no doubt about it. Yeah, it’s big, that’s how the “225” designation is derived – its length. It’s supposed to be 225 inches (eighteen… more»
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Mopar-Powered Brit: 1971 Jensen Interceptor MkII Project
The brothers Jensen formed Jensen Motor Company in 1934. Known for making bodies for Austin Healey, Volvo (P1800), and Sunbeam (Tiger), Jensen also produced its own cars, often powered by American engines. In the 1960s, it was making a… more»
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Pre-Auction Sale: Classic Car Collection in Pennsylvania
Over the last few years, we have been flagging a series of craigslist ads from the Bangor, Pennsylvania area with what looks like an entire warehouse full of vintage American cars and trucks. The seller would disperse a few… more»
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Sitting for 40 Years: 1948 Chrysler Windsor Business Coupe
When was the last time you saw one of these? Yeah, I can’t remember either. The Chrysler Town & Country with its beautiful and unique wood trim gets all the attention, but this 3-Passenger Coupe with its one bench… more»
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1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible Bicentennial Edition With 1,837 Genuine Miles!
The specter of tightening safety regulations during the 1970s saw American vehicle manufacturers drop their Convertible models. One of the last was Cadillac with its Eldorado, but it elected to take the variant out in a blaze of glory…. more»
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455 Mega-Coupe! 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
“Always a step ahead,” according to Oldsmobile’s 1971 marketing, sweet rides like this 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Luxury Coupe in Marlboro, New Jersey catered to rising stars, established success stories, and those aspiring to both. Olds put the mighty 455… more»
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The Other Charger: 1978 Dodge Magnum XE
The Magnum XE was another variant on Chrysler’s mid-size B-body platform. It was a personal luxury coupe that may have confused buyers, as the similar Charger saw a simultaneous drop in demand. Offered for only two model years, this… more»
