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»
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Tweaked 400: 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
We always appreciate the input from our readers at Barn Finds. The simple fact is that we, as writers, can’t always spot great classics to feature, and we can’t know everything about every car produced. Therefore, not only are… more»
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Low Miles! 1997 Bentley Brooklands L
The Brooklands name was so good that Bentley used it twice. Today’s example is from the first tranche of Brooklands, launched in 1992 to succeed the Mulsanne S and Eight models. The new approach – rolling two models into… more»
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Same Family for 50 Years: 1955 Buick Super Riviera 2-Door Hardtop
I have discussed in previous articles the importance of a long-term ownership history when assessing the relative worth of a classic, and reader feedback suggests that many of you share that sentiment. If so, you might find this 1955… more»
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Restored Tri-Power: 1958 Chevrolet Impala
The Chevrolet Impala debuted in 1958 as part of celebrating General Motors’ 50th anniversary in the automobile business. Based on the Bel Air, the ’58 Impala was only offered as a sport coupe or convertible, and some of its… more»
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Factory Limo: 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood Seventy Five
Still looking as classy and luxurious as it did almost 40 years ago is this 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine, and with just 53,000 miles of use, this one’s probably still ready to chauffeur its occupants just about anywhere. There’s… more»
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California Clean: 1983 BMW 633CSi
Now here’s one that I can really appreciate and have experienced, though it has been quite a few years. The car in question is a 1983 BMW 633 CSi that has, IMHO, just killer looks. My late father-in-law was… more»
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Solid Driver: 1952 Chevy Deluxe in Colorado
If you’re in the market for a classic postwar Chevrolet that’s both presentable and road-ready, this 1952 Chevrolet Deluxe might just be the ticket. Listed for sale here on craigslist in Brighton, Colorado, the car is described as being… more»
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Stunning Survivor: 1957 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina
In the classic world, some survivor-grade vehicles are so stunning that they almost defy description. Such is the case with this 1957 Pontiac Chieftain Catalina. That a vehicle of this vintage could survive in such remarkable shape speaks of… more»
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Elegance Preserved: 1985 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur LWB
When it comes to automotive presence, few marques carry the same weight as Rolls-Royce. The Silver Spur represented the pinnacle of British luxury in the 1980s, and this example, listed here on craigslist in Maryland, is a long wheelbase… more»
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BF Auction: One Owner 1978 Lincoln Town Coupe
There’s just something incredibly special about finding a low-mileage survivor car, especially when it’s being sold by its original owner. That’s the case with this 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe. The seller ordered the car new in 1977 so… more»
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Luxurious Land Yacht: 1976 Chrysler New Yorker
While some auto manufacturers were focusing on and beginning to produce smaller, more fuel-efficient autos in the mid-seventies, Chrysler introduced an all-new and completely redesigned New Yorker in 1974. Unfortunately, the timing for a vehicle with such mass couldn’t… more»
