The immediate post-war years were golden ones for American vehicle manufacturers. Pent-up demand meant they couldn’t produce cars fast enough to satisfy buyers who had been starved of new cars for almost four years. The latest offerings were typically… more»
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Yard Find Econobox: 1973 Ford Pinto
U.S. automakers started to join the subcompact race in 1971. Chevrolet came out with the Vega while Ford’s new entry was the Pinto. Influenced by Ford’s counterparts in Europe, the Pinto would be the more successful of the two… more»
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Cheap Running Project: 1977 AMC Pacer Wagon
Growing up near an AMC dealership in the seventies and having a father who enjoyed rooting for the underdogs, it wasn’t surprising when he eventually drove home behind the wheel of one of their products, though it did little… more»
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Original and Ready for the Road: 1937 Dodge Coupe
How did car companies maximize profits back in the day? Before the war, most automobile manufacturers offered cars with identical front ends, frames, and running gear with different bodies from the cowl back. This standardization of parts allowed them… more»
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Solid Survivor: 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
Here’s a tale of two cars for you. The ’91-’96 Chevrolet Caprice (B-body) was derided as a Blimp-O-Mobile at first but then underwent some corrective surgery for the ’93 model year with radiused rear wheel openings and a wider… more»
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20 Year Hibernation: 1962 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
There is a fear in some quarters that the supply of genuine barn finds will eventually dry up, but if this 1962 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe is an accurate guide, that won’t happen soon. It recently emerged from a… more»
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Parked 41 Years: 1973 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
It says a lot about my aspirations that I’ve bought several Volkswagen repair manuals under the assumption that I’ll eventually buy one just to work on it. The VW I’d have in mind is an early-’70s Beetle or, in… more»
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49k Original Miles: 1986 Honda Civic CRX
When Honda management boldly announced in the late 1960s that it intended to become a major player in automobile production, it is fair to say that few people could contain their mirth. Sure, its road cars to that point… more»
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Hatchback Hutch: 1973 Chevrolet Nova
The Nova, Chevrolet’s venerable compact, became popular in 1973. It got a styling refresh in ’73 and ’74 that added a hatchback to the mix. As a result, the car enjoyed its second-best sales year to date. A new… more»
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43k Original Miles: 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger
The fourth-generation Dodge Dart is one of those cars that was often viewed as just economical and affordable basic transportation, as by this era it had been reduced to a compact size and was a popular choice for a… more»
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Priced to Sell: 1968 Chevrolet Nova Project
I admire enthusiasts like the current owner of this 1968 Chevrolet Nova. They admit that they have too many projects on the go. Rather than letting this 1960s classic deteriorate, they feel it deserves a new home with someone… more»
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No Reserve: 1963½ Ford Falcon Sprint
Henry Ford II was no fool, and he knew he faced the mammoth task of transforming the fortunes of the dysfunctional company bearing his grandfather’s name when he took the reigns. He proved a fast learner but was also… more»
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Four-Door Exotic! 1966? Maserati Quattroporte
A quick and stylish sedan covers all your bases. Impress visiting glitterati? No problem; “I’ll drive.” For family vacations at speed, golf outings, weddings, or a night on the town, American luxury is fine, and we’ve all eyeballed German… more»
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Cream Puff: 1989 Buick Reatta Coupe
We’ve met several cars in these pages conceived during corporate turmoil, but perhaps none as unfortunate as the star-crossed Buick Reatta. Its unlikely emergence was a managerial triumph as GM fought to maintain market share against foreign competition. The… more»
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Two Owner Survivor: 1989 BMW 325iS
The BMW E30 range produced several great classics, including the original giant-killing M3. Another deserving a close look is the 325iS, which combined a peppy engine with excellent handling. The result was a rewarding driver’s car, and these vehicles… more»
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58k Mile Survivor: 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe
After World War II. most of the cars sold were warmed-over pre-war editions. It wasn’t until 1949 that the floodgates opened with all-new products, including those from Chevrolet. Due to pent-up demand, Detroit was still keeping up with production… more»
