One of the sadder parts of this job is writing about neat cars that nobody seems to be excited about restoring. While the market is strong for some prewar cars, the majority of survivors are languishing until they are… more»
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Rare Classic: 1920 Elgin Six Touring
We’ve probably all heard people say that a car runs like a Swiss watch, but the Elgin Six is a car that actually runs like an Illinois watch. That is because the brief and shining history of the Elgin… more»
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Stored Since 1981: 1971 Dodge Charger SE
This 1971 Charger SE has been parked in a garage since 1981 and was last registered in 1983. It looks like the original owner has commenced a restoration on the car at some point, and this has stalled. They… more»
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Needs Completing: 1963 Studebaker Lark Daytona
To see an old classic like this 1963 Lark Daytona sitting neglected and unloved, you would be forgiven for thinking that you would be facing a mountain of work before the car was ever going to fire a shot… more»
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Help Me! 1976 Chevy Monte Carlo
Someone was kind enough to write a message “help me” in the dust on the passenger side window of this classic Chevrolet Monte Carlo. As it turns out, the car has sat undisturbed for 24 years! It’s located in… more»
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29K Miles: 1993 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth Avenue
It’s hard to classify a car like this 1993 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth Avenue. It’s modern but it has a classic name. It’s in almost perfect condition but does that really matter if the car doesn’t live up to… more»
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More Info Please: 1968 Chevrolet Impala
The owner of this 1968 Impala Coupe gets straight to the point with the car. He is unwilling to provide any photos beyond what you get in the listing, and he is also unwilling to provide any further information… more»
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4.5L Barn Find: 1972 Mercedes 280 SE
This is potentially a very good deal for someone who is looking for an excellent parts car or a very cheap point of entry into restoring a Mercedes W108. This example likely has plenty of issues, but it’s also… more»
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Hidden Gold: 1966 Lincoln Continental
My ’66 Lincoln coupe was green but this gold 1966 Lincoln Continental reminds me so much of it, other than having two extra doors. This 18.5-foot-long gold Lincoln can be found here on craigslist in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The seller… more»
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Rare Original: 1955 Pontiac Star Chief Custom Catalina
This surface rusted 1955 Pontiac Star Chief Custom Catalina has a lot going on. To begin with, it has a clear Canadian titled, but is located in Pembina, North Dakota, The seller says all paperwork is available to register… more»
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15K Original Miles: 1976 Chrysler New Yorker
Hard to believe from looking at it, but the seller of this 1976 Chrysler New Yorker says is has an honest-to-goodness odometer reading of just 15,000 original miles. While it’s tired on the outside, the cabin appears much younger… more»
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Classic Money Pit: 1933 Pierce Arrow Sedan
It never ceases to amaze me what pops up in the automotive classifieds. Just when you think all of the rare, exotic, and classic automobiles have been discovered, a car like this 1933 Pierce Arrow Sedan shows up for… more»
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Get it Moving: 1940 Chevrolet Master Deluxe Town Sedan
Of all the vehicles in Chevrolet’s 1940 Master series, the Town Sedan was their high-volume seller. In a year that marked the production of the 25-millionth Chevrolet vehicle, the Town Sedan managed to sell 205,910 cars. This Town Sedan… more»
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9,200 Miles? 1985 Cadillac Seville
Dusty Cadillac isn’t a bad band name, and the seller of this dusty barn find 1985 Cadillac Seville says not to worry about the dirt, the paint is very good. This one can be found listed here on craigslist… more»
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Parked for 25 Years: 1969 Dodge Coronet 500
Hiding under that healthy layer of dust is a classic car that is just crying out to be restored and returned to the road. While it has apparently been sitting for more than 25-years, this 1969 Coronet appears to… more»
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Nicely Preserved: 1936 Ford 5-Window DeLuxe Coupe
Ready and raring to go would be the best way to describe this beautiful 1936 Ford 5-Window Coupe. It isn’t perfect, but it is a classic that is ready to be driven and enjoyed right now. If you would… more»
