By the time Studebaker launched the Avanti, the company was somewhat financially embarrassed. Okay, they were broke. Sadly, the Avanti was a case of too little too late for a manufacturer that had been operating for more than a… more»
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1 of 400! 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham
Called “a mirror of the actual future” in this vintage video, the 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham offered every possible convenience to buyers with no concern for cost. A list price of over $13,000 equates to more than $125,000 today…. more»
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No Reserve Project: 1955 Ford Thunderbird
An elderly gentleman purchased this 1955 Ford Thunderbird back in 1971 and enjoyed driving the car for many years. He dismantled it to undertake a restoration, but failing health saw the project stall pretty early. His grandson is now… more»
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Immaculate: 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2 Aero Coupe
There is not much time left in this auction for this 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2 Aero Coupe. This is a rare car and not seen very often at car shows. Most people either love them or hate them!… more»
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Euro 5-Speed: 1995 Mercedes-Benz E250 Wagon
If you’re a fan of wagons, you likely are already familiar with the W124-chassis Mercedes-Benz longroof. The E-Class wagon variant of this vintage is sought after not only for its reliability, but also its immense practicality thanks to a… more»
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Project In Progress: 1963 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk
With cars like the Avanti and the Gran Turismo Hawk, it’s safe to say that Studebaker went down swinging! By 1963, the sun was setting on independent Studebaker leaving, besides themselves, only American Motors and Kaiser-Jeep to do battle… more»
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An Imperial Discovery! 1969 LeBaron Barn Find
An Imperial is usually referred to as a Chrysler Imperial and there was a time when it actually was but that ended in 1955 when the Imperial became a separate brand. Nevertheless, old habits die hard and thus the… more»
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Beautiful Survivor: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
Some classic cars are designed to blend seamlessly into the background like an automotive chameleon. Then there is the 1959 Cadillac. This is a car that owes nothing to subtlety, and spotless examples will turn heads wherever they go…. more»
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Solid Barn Find: 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
I have always liked the Second Generation Pontiac Grand Prix. It is a complete package of looks, comfort and power. The tough thing is to find one that is restorable and affordable. This 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix looks to… more»
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402 Big Block: 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The Monte Carlo would enjoy a long run in the Chevy lineup, from 1970 and into the 2000s. It was Chevrolet’s first personal luxury that initially had ties to both the Chevy Malibu and Pontiac Grand Prix. This second-year… more»
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Garage Find: 1956 Mercury Monterey Coupe
UPDATE – The seller sent over additional photos of this Monterey, including ones of the engine and interior. Be sure to take a look at them in the photo gallery below and don’t forget to make them an offer!… more»
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Sitting For A Decade: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe
Big fins and bullet taillights. Put those two styling features together, and you know that you are looking at a 1959 Cadillac. These were cars that perfectly encapsulated the confidence that the American motoring public was feeling at that… more»
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396 Turbo-Jet! 1968 Chevrolet Caprice Coupe
I have been covering a lot of full-size American hardtops and sedans as of late, and of course, the erstwhile Chevrolet Impala always makes the cut. It’s pure math, there were so many built from the late ’50s through… more»
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Cowboy Cadillac: 1963 Cadillac Fleetwood
This automobile started life out as a Cadillac Fleetwood sedan which was then converted into a funeral flower car. The metamorphous would continue as the years rolled by until it became the “Cowboy Cadillac” you see here today. With… more»
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348/4-Speed: 1960 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
Chevrolet managed to achieve what many people thought was impossible with the 1960 Impala Sport Coupe. These are big and heavy cars, but thanks to extremely narrow roof pillars and vast expanses of glass, they blessed these classics with… more»
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Storage Unit Find: 4-Speed 1961 Jaguar MK2
It’s like a British smoking room on wheels! Jaguar advertising referred to the Mark II as, “Grace… Space… Pace”. This example is a bit forlorn looking on all three fronts but perhaps it can be resurrected. Let’s look it… more»
