To me, one of the more intriguing projects to take on is an old limo. Now, not just your run-of-the-mill Town Car or Cadillac, but something more exotic. We’ve all seen the random Porsche 911 stretch, or the Corvette… more»
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Rare T-Type: 1989 Buick LeSabre
Finding your identity is a journey all of us go on, to some extent, and throughout the 1980s and 90s, many GM brands struggled to find the right mix of products and brand to appeal to customers. However, there… more»
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One Family Sedanette – 1948 Cadillac Series 61
Before the 1950s virtually terminated automotive fenders, Cadillac and others eliminated front fenders with designs like this 1948 Cadillac Series 61 Coupe. This semi-fastback body style is often called “Sedanette,” a phrase used in the car’s description. This running,… more»
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Restored In The 90s: 1966 Lincoln Continental Convertible
When shopping online for a vintage car to ponder taking on as a project, it’s always helpful when the seller provides plenty of detailed information about the car’s history, and even better when lots of photos are included. This… more»
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5-Speed and Supercharged: 1991 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe
While the late eighties and early nineties might be considered by many to be an overall doldrum period for intriguing autos, Ford came close to hitting a home run for the time with the Thunderbird Super Coupe, IMHO. The… more»
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64k Mile 2002 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
Beginning as a two-occupant convertible in the mid-fifties, the Ford Thunderbird is one of those autos that successfully changed with the times, growing in size and eventually adding a temporary four-door model to the roster. After a five-year break… more»
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One of 2,000: Rare Princess Grace Limited Edition 1963 Ford Thunderbird
Limited Edition cars have been used to generate foot traffic to dealerships for years, especially in the middle of the sales cycle when sales generally slow down. Back in 1963, Lee Iacocca hoped to generate some buzz at Ford… more»
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76k Original Miles: 1976 Mercury Cougar XR-7
Tidy presentation, a V8 under the hood, and affordability. It is sometimes difficult to bring those three traits together in a classic purchase, but this 1976 Mercury Cougar XR-7 does a respectable job of trying. It is guaranteed to… more»
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Super Survivor: 1967 Bentley T1
Here’s one that doesn’t darken our BF doorway often, a 1967 Bentley T1. This specimen is in magnificent condition and still shows as new. The seller mentions that this automobile has had just two owners and only one servicing… more»
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Drives Like New: 1965 Buick Electra 225 Hardtop
I’ll let you in on a little secret; I turned sixty this year. My one wish? That I was as well-preserved as this 1965 Buick Electra 225 Hardtop. Mother Nature has done her worst to me, but this Buick… more»
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Low-Mileage Project Convertible: 1989 Cadillac Allante
The late 1980s brought us one of Cadillac’s most ambitious cars, the Allante, a Pininfarina-styled two-seater that aimed to compete with the likes of Mercedes and Jaguar. This 1989 example, now up for sale here on eBay, shows just… more»
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BF Auction: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
Some cars are about far more than good looks, which is undoubtedly the case with this 1958 Chevrolet Impala. When you look beyond the sparkling paint and beautiful interior, you discover a classic that is powered by Chevrolet’s iconic… more»
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Mistaken Identity? 1971 BMW 2000
This 1971 BMW 2000 is listed as an 1800 model in Saunderstown, Rhode Island, not far from where I used to live. The curious thing is that the badge on the rear flags it as an 1800 model, while… more»
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Ultimate Sleeper? 1978 Lincoln Continental Coupe
Sleepers are typically vehicles that hide their automotive light under a bushel. Exteriors can be conservative and understated, while their mechanical specifications provide enough power to pin occupants in their seats should the driver hit the “loud” pedal. That… more»
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65K-Mile Survivor: 1972 Buick Electra 225
I have a hard time thinking of a more elegant car, at least from the early 1970s, than this 1972 Buick Electra 225 hardtop sedan. The details, color, and condition all come together on this one, in my opinion…. more»
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45K Original Miles: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
When I hear the term “Personal Luxury Coupe”, I always drift towards thoughts of Pontiac’s Grand Prix or Chevrolet’s Monte Carlo. Ford, however, priescently invented the segment with the 1958 introduction of the “Square Bird” – and they made… more»
