The Jaguar SS1 stands as a reminder of how impressive the company’s trajectory must have looked back in the 1930s. Designed by William Lyons, whose achievements in the automotive industry are too numerous to list here, the SS1 represents… more»
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Burgundy over Burgundy: 1989 Cadillac Allante
Believe it or not, near perfectly-preserved Cadillac Allantes are still coming out of the woodwork. It goes to show you that plenty of people loved these cars when new despite their sales shortcomings, and kept them under wraps as… more»
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Big Boat Cruiser: 1970 Buick Electra 225
Beginning in 1959, the Electra was Buick’s top-of-the-line automobile for more than three decades. It replaced the Roadmaster, which would make a return in the 1990s. The Electra would share its C-body platform with the likes of the Oldsmobile… more»
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Impala Imposter: 1995 Buick Roadmaster
This is one of those cars we don’t think of often enough when it comes to affordable classics with all the right boxes checked. The wagon version of the Chevrolet Caprice (and its various corporate twins) got all the… more»
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5.0L Equipped: 1987 Mercury Cougar LS
When the Mercury Cougar was in its prime, it was marketed like many other domestic products: lots of trim packages, lots of equipment options, and seemingly endless arrays of configurations. As sales began to wane with consumers moving away… more»
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Drive Or Restore? 1966 Chrysler 300
Although not quite as swanky as the earlier letter series, the 1966 Chrysler 300 offered buyers plenty of luxury in a full-size package, plus it came with a big-block engine under the hood as standard equipment. The showroom presentation… more»
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Space Age Styling: 1960 Chevrolet Impala
When a car was in production for as long as the Chevrolet Impala, picking a favorite model is a difficult task, and it becomes even more challenging when there were some very high performers over the years. In terms… more»
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54K Miles? 1967 Buick Riviera GS
Even today, anyone who buys a 1960s Buick Riviera has a dollop of extroversion in their makeup. Otherwise, why not just buy an Electra 225? After all, the Electra was marginally more practical, had more trunk space, and it… more»
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350-Equipped: 1958 Chevrolet Impala
Classics occasionally appear on our desks at Barn Finds, where it is seemingly impossible to identify a single strongest attribute. Such is the case with this 1958 Chevrolet Impala. Its stunning paint is an excellent starting point, and the… more»
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Ran When Parked: One Owner 1969 Buick Riviera
The Riviera entered the personal luxury car scene in 1963 as a Buick. Using GM’s E-body platform, the Oldsmobile Toronado (1966) and the Cadillac Eldorado (1967) would later join it. Unlike the other two cars, the Riviera employed rear-wheel… more»
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40k-Miles: 1968 Plymouth GTX EFI 440 V8
The GTX arrived in 1967 as a premium muscle car offered by Plymouth. It would be joined the following year by the more budget-conscious Road Runner. With Chrysler’s B-bodies redesigned in 1968, the GTX enjoyed a 50% bump in… more»
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Same Family 40 Years: 1963 Lancia Flavia
There is a bevy of cars for sale at any given time that look absolutely deserving of our love. Long-term ownership, gentle patina, West Coast residency – this 1963 Lancia Fulvia has a lot going for it. It has… more»
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89k Original Miles: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
The vehicle manufacturing industry is probably evolving faster today than at any time in its history. Advances in electronics and battery technology have led to a rise in viable hybrid and electric cars, though it is worth looking to… more»
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No Reserve: 1967 Oldsmobile Toronado Deluxe
When this 1967 Oldsmobile Toronado showed up on the tips list (thanks to Barn Finder PRA4SNW), I knew I was powerless to resist picking it up. You see, I have this car bookmarked on my various devices because I’m… more»
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Standout Styling! 1968 Chrysler Newport
It’s not my intention to keep ragging on the Chrysler brand, but I can’t help it. Look at this spectacularly styled 1968 Newport hardtop with its dashing reverse C-pillar and compare it to the dreck the brand builds today… more»
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Ready for Revival: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
The Mercedes-Benz R107 platform has earned its reputation the slow, honest way, by lasting. This 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is a good example of why these cars continue to attract collectors who value build quality, understated design, and long-term ownership… more»
