White is an interesting color for a top-of-the-line luxury car, but the 1980s was the era of white cars with white wheels, and that’s what this 1983 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth Avenue is dressed in. I think of it… more»
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Wide Track Cruiser! 1960 Pontiac Bonneville
Posed like an impending graduate full of popping-fresh optimism, displayed in a setting anyone from the Eisenhower years would recognize, this 1960 Pontiac Bonneville two-door hardtop embodies a simpler time when exploring America was never easier. This Lakeville, Connecticut… more»
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1957 Continental Mark II Slumbers in an Old Showroom
I’ve always wanted to own a Continental Mark II, one of the prettiest and best-built American cars ever. These exclusive vehicles cost $10,000 new and were virtually hand assembled. Reportedly, Ford lost $1,000 on every one. Not many Mark… more»
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Affordable Flagship: 1999 Bentley Arnage
The practice of buying a deeply depreciated luxury vehicle has always been a somewhat taboo topic in the world of car enthusiasts. Somewhat unfairly – but not without justification – we’ve all had our doubts about the guy who… more»
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74k Miles: 1966 Buick Wildcat
A road test of a Wildcat in the June 1963 issue of Mechanix Illustrated summed up its position in the Buick lineup well. Uncle Tom McCahill, the foremost arbiter of the quip and the bon mot, said that upon the… more»
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Turbocharged Sedan: 1997 Saab 9000 CSE
It’s amazing how much of a chilling effect a brand’s retirement can have on future values of cars made when the company was in its prime. Saab has deep roots in the enthusiast community, manufacturing a variety of sedans,… more»
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$5,000! 1979 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe
This car is 19.5 feet long! Be sure to measure your garage before grabbing this 1979 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe if you plan on parking it inside. It’s a monster of 1970s excess, but in a very good way…. more»
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1949 Ford Touches! 1995 Ford Thunderbird Custom
I was quite intrigued when Barn Finds reader T.J. sent us information about this 1995 Thunderbird he spotted, which has been customized to look like a 1949 Ford from the front and back. My first thought was perhaps this… more»
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Package Deal: Pair of 1959 Imperials (by Chrysler)
The Imperial was Chrysler’s weapon in the luxury car war with Cadillac and Lincoln. And it typically found itself in third place in the sales race between the trio. In 1957 to 1959, none were more futuristic looking than… more»
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BF Auction: 1985 Cadillac Seville
The 1985 Cadillac Seville marked the end of the “bustleback” years, perhaps the ultimate showroom expression of GM styling chief Bill Mitchell’s fascination with classical themes. Sure, it was polarizing, but the 1985 model still outsold its immediate 1986… more»
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292/3-Speed: 1957 Ford Thunderbird
While some enthusiasts prefer originality when searching for a classic, others will compromise if the vehicle in question is in excellent condition. That appears to be the case with this 1957 Ford Thunderbird. Its paint shade might not have… more»
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Super Straight – No Rust! 1977 Ford Thunderbird
Last week, I penned a review of a 1978 Mercury Cougar XR-7, and today I’m going to continue in that vein with a 1977 Ford Thunderbird – a very similar car. The year 1977 was a big one for… more»
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Ready to Go: 1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk
Worldwide car sales flourished globally following World War II, with the United States leading the charge. Slaking the thirst of buyers was seemingly impossible, and it should have been an era when small manufacturers that could react to change… more»
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Postwar Style: 1949 Packard Standard Eight Sedan
Any automotive historian knows that Packard’s star waned in the postwar years, even though that wasn’t immediately apparent. The Twenty-Second Series Packard was introduced in 1947, and although Packard was historically loath to assign model year designations, Packards from… more»
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79k Original Miles: 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J
It is common for car companies to revive badges that may have lain dormant for years. However, once a marque is retired, a revival is extremely rare. There is no indication that General Motors will ever bring Pontiac back… more»
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47k Original Miles: 1960 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
Automotive styling was evolving as 1960 dawned. Many cars still featured fins as a defining feature, although these were shrinking as buyer tastes changed. This 1960 Cadillac Sedan DeVille reflects that approach. Its appearance is more restrained than its… more»
