One of the more interesting aspects of prewar automobile production was the use of coachbuilders to craft bodies for high-end classics. The deal was you selected a chassis from a builder like Packard, Duesenberg, or Rolls Royce. These chassis… more»
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No Reserve: 1980 Nissan 280ZX
“No reserve” can be a thrill – or, in the case of this 1980 Nissan 280ZX, a conundrum. Is there enough value in this ZX to make it worth the price? Nissan launched the 280ZX (aka, S130) in response… more»
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One-Family-Owned Survivor: 1982 Dodge Mirada CMX
Before looking it up just now, I did not know that the word “mirada” is Spanish for “look.” I’m sure there are nuances to how the word is used in conversation, but in essence this is a Dodge Look,… more»
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Mostly Solid Project: 1968 Mercury Cougar
Whenever you’re in the market for a vintage project, it’s always good to be able to trace the auto’s history as far as possible, especially if its known whereabouts go back to day one. That’s the case with this… more»
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Handy With Wiring? 1962 Studebaker GT Hawk
The Gran Turismo (GT) Hawk was the last iteration of the Hawk Series of Studebaker automobiles that began in 1956. It was the most luxurious edition and was one of the least-produced of the Hawks over a 2.5-year production… more»
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Bargain? 1983 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible
This is a low-mileage, apparently unmolested 1983 Rolls-Royce Corniche convertible “in top-notch shape” here on eBay in Venice, California (perfect habitat), with bidding that has only reached about $18,000. Alas, not enough to meet the reserve. That’s Honda Fit… more»
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392 Hemi FirePower: 1958 Chrysler 300D
Chrysler buyers who chose the New Yorker in the late fifties were treated to both luxury galore along with that beautiful Virgil Exner styling, but those who wanted to take things up to an even higher level opted for… more»
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BF Auction: 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250C
UPDATE—We are relisting this Mercedes. The seller discovered the car wouldn’t start after the previous auction ended. We and the seller agreed that it needed to be as presented, so he has now done the work to ensure it… more»
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Reasonable Buy? 1973 Pontiac Grand Prix
A few weeks ago, I wrote this piece on a 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix and stated, “Pontiac’s Grand Prix never caught my attention until the big 1969 redesign. And it held it through the ’72 model year only to… more»
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Cheap Survivor: 49k Mile 1975 Ford Thunderbird
Thunderbird’s story is a varied one; after all, how many cars have had so many personalities? A sporty two seater, a luxurious personal car, an over-the-top Brougham, a less-expensive Brougham, a personal luxury car with sporting pretensions, a two-seater… more»
BF Exclusive: 1991 Buick Reatta Coupe
Halo models are not a new phenomenon in the automotive world, and manufacturers typically create them to showcase their engineering prowess or as a lure to draw potential buyers into their showrooms. Buick adopted the practice when it introduced… more»
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LS Power! 1957 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Low-slung, stylish, and imposing, the 1957 Cadillac announced your success with class. This 1957 Cadillac Coupe de Ville in Fresno, California sat covered with barn dust until recently. Lacking a motor when found, the neglected Caddy soon gained an… more»
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Seventies Personal Luxury Pinnacle: 1979 Buick Riviera
When the era of the muscle car ended in the early 1970s, times were tough for car lovers. Life got even rougher with the fuel crisis and the advent of the dreaded 55 MPH speed limit. What resulted was… more»
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New Interior: Sharp 1957 Ford Thunderbird
People sometimes equate the 1953-55 Chevy Corvettes and the 1955-57 Ford Thunderbirds as both being sports cars. But the only thing they had in common was no back seat. While the Corvette was conceived as a sports car, the… more»
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Rare Final Year: 2004 Mercury Marauder
Badge revivals are not a new phenomenon as manufacturers seek to trade on past glories. Sometimes the strategy is successful, but often it isn’t. Mercury experienced the latter when it relaunched the Marauder in 2003 after a thirty-three absence… more»
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Arizona Survivor: 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V
This beautiful cream-colored 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V seems more suited for Florida or the Southwest United States than where it’s located in western Wisconsin, but it’s a transplant. The seller says it’s an Arizona car with just 76,000… more»
