The fourth generation of the Lincoln Continental enjoyed a lengthy run from 1961-69. As a direct competitor to Lincoln, the luxurious Continental was offered in sedan and convertible body styles, both with the famous (or infamous) suicide doors. More… more»
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29k Original Miles: 1988 Jaguar XJS V12
If you look up the word “longevity” in the dictionary, you should, by rights, find a picture of the Jaguar XJS beside it. Originally designed as the long-awaited replacement for the E-Type, it remained in production for an incredible… more»
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Almost Like New: 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado
I started driving in the era when this 1977 Oldsmobile Toronado was made so I will always have a soft spot for vehicles from the mid to late-1970s. I know that it’s popular to dump on it for being… more»
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Beautifully Restored: 1960 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
Yesterday we took a look at a hot rod “baby-bird” 1955 Ford Thunderbird and today, we’re going to move one generation forward to what is known as the “square-bird” era (’58-’60) and check out a 1960 version. This Thunderbird… more»
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Baby Blue Survivor: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 240D
Another day, another clean W123! This 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300D is more typical of the diesel-powered Benzes we see, and the one that has survived with cockroach-like abilities in third world countries and the United States alike. Here, they’re cherished… more»
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One-Owner 24k Mile 1976 Ford Thunderbird
If you were to look up the definition of land yacht, there would have to be a picture of a mid-1970s Ford Thunderbird next to it. The sixth generation of the T-Bird was built between 1972-76 and they were… more»
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Diesel Coupe: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300CD
The Mercedes-Benz W123 lineup has long been celebrated for its reliability and overbuilt qualities, but not necessarily associated with earning its driver major style points, and certainly nothing to do with speed. The W123 turbo diesel coupe aimed to… more»
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New Interior: 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
Don’t let the tired paint fool you because this 1970 Cadillac Eldorado has a lot to commend it. It is a classic car ready to be driven and enjoyed, although a fresh coat of paint would make it really… more»
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One-Owner Project: 1973 Pontiac Grand Am
Pontiac’s Grand Am, new for 1973, was inspired by the encroaching European brands like Mercedes and BMW into the U.S. car market. The idea was to combine sporty-car and luxury-car into the same package. So, the Grand Am would… more»
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10-Year Barn Find: 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
The big news for the fourth generation of the Olds Cutlass was that all the GM intermediates were being downsized for 1978 (and through 1988). That would result in lighter, more nimble cars that should have been easier on… more»
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421 Tri-Power 4-Speed! 1966 Pontiac Grand Prix
With $135,000 invested, this 1966 Pontiac Grand Prix promises to stand tall at any venue. Immaculate paint and a factory-perfect engine compartment represent merely the appetizer at this smörgåsbord of Pontiac perfection. Only 20 miles have passed beneath the… more»
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Rocket 455! 1973 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
Scattered across nine model years between the 1960s-1980s, Oldsmobile partnered with Hurst Performance to produce special editions of their Cutlass automobiles. These became known as the Hurst/Olds. The 1973 models were the fourth such pass at these limited-production cars,… more»
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30k Mile Garage Find: 1979 Mercury Cougar XR-7
While the Cougar began life as Mercury’s entrant into the pony car space in 1967, by the time the fourth generation came about in 1977, it had become an intermediate with a variety of body styles. But as the… more»
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23k Original Miles: 1963 Studebaker Avanti R1
At one time or another, most major vehicle manufacturers will introduce a “halo” model designed to entice buyers into their showrooms. For Studebaker, that car was the Avanti, but it wasn’t enough to save the company from financial collapse…. more»
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R1 Survivor: 1963 Studebaker Avanti
Everyone has one or more cars on their “wish I had one list.” In my case, the original Studebaker Avanti would top mine. It was a spectacular, innovative automobile that came along too late to save Studebaker. It was… more»
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V8 Survivor: 1975 Mercedes 450SL
The Mercedes Benz 450SL has always been the epitome of style, class, and grand touring motoring. This 1975 Mercedes Benz 450SL is a two-owner coupe that is ageless in its design and beauty. The car is located in Junction… more»
