The second generation of the Ford Thunderbird, which ran from 1958-60, was it’s first as a 4-passenger personal luxury car instead of the 2-seater it replaced. The decision to re-invent the car must have worked by Ford standards as… more»
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Last Registered In ’86: 1956 Chrysler Windsor
The 1955-56 Chryslers had the “hundred million dollar look,” according to the marketing pundits. These were large, graceful cars that had a more dynamic appearance than the competition. This certainly was true of the hardtop coupes, like the 1956… more»
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Hemi Powered! 1957 Facel Vega FV2
OK, I am recognizing a trend here. I gravitate towards higher-end, large, two-door European coupes like this Jensen Interceptor and this Bristol 411. What’s the draw? Probably the big Mopar V8 engine and here’s a third one to make… more»
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67K Mile Project: 1958 Ford Skyliner Fairlane 500 Interceptor
Back in 1974, this 1958 Ford Skyliner was put into storage and is just now coming out to see the light of day. The Ford Skyliner is for sale here on eBay with a Buy It Now price of… more»
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Solid Survivor: 1962 Ford Thunderbird 390
Ford gambled in 1958 and turned the 2-passenger Thunderbird into a 4-seat personal luxury car. The gamble paid off as sales more than tripled and they continued on the high side for years to come. The third generation, made… more»
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Classy Convertible: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Located in Pekin, Illinois, this 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass is advertised as an unmolested 84,000 mile classic. The car can be seen and bid on here on eBay. With six days remaining in the auction, the copper/gold convertible Cutlass is… more»
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Mopar V8 Powered! 1971 Bristol 411
An opportunity to acquire a Bristol motor car of any variety doesn’t occur too often so when one turns up, it’s worth a gander, especially when the find is a Chrysler powered model 411. This particular example is not… more»
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Dodge Brothers Classic: 1934 DRXX Sedan
Located just outside Eugene Oregon sits this 1934 Dodge DRXX Sedan that is listed for sale here on Craigslist for $4,500. This car is obviously a project but is in amazing condition considering its age and exposure to the… more»
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Donated Survivor: 43k Mile 1979 Pontiac Bonneville
I continue to remain completely shocked by what ends up at the donation center for historic and vintage vehicles. This is an absolutely pristine 1979 Pontiac Bonneville, clearly loved by its elderly owners until their dying days, only to… more»
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36k Mile Signature Series: 1990 Lincoln Town Car
It’s funny; the seller’s description makes mention of the fact that this redesign of the Town Car was crucial for welcoming in a new generation of buyers to the Lincoln showroom. That may have been the goal, but I… more»
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All Original: 27k Mile 1987 Rover Sterling 825 SL
I haven’t thought about a Sterling in years. In the ’80s they were everywhere and then seemed to disappear overnight. Some will say that the Sterling’s reputation wasn’t very, ah, sterling. As a matter of fact, I had a… more»
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Only Two-Owner Survivor: 1963 Ford Thunderbird 390
By 1960, Ford executives were no doubt pleased with their decision to transform the Thunderbird from a two-seater into a four-seat personal luxury car. Sales had grown year after year beginning with 1958 and – in 1961 – the… more»
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30k Mile Survivor! 1974 Ford Thunderbird
During the 1950s, many people viewed the Corvette and the Thunderbird as direct competitors. This was in spite of the fact that GM and Ford were targetting different customers with their two-seater offerings. By 1974 there could be no… more»
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Estate Find: 1937 Cord 812 Beverly Sedan
When an automotive high-flyer comes crashing back to Planet Earth, pilot error is usually the culprit. This can take many forms, but Cord was a company that managed to do the job better than most. Today, the company is… more»
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455 CID Optioned: 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix Model SJ
This 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix represents one of the best models of the 2nd generation Gran Prix which was produced from 1969-1972. It is being auctioned here on eBay and has been bid to $6,620 with three days remaining… more»
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Black Plate Barn Find: 1963 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
This 1963 Thunderbird Convertible has led an interesting life. The original owner used the vehicle regularly until 1974. He then sold it, and the second owner proceeded to park it in a barn immediately. It sat unused and unloved… more»
