Well, I guess I never thought there would be a time when a Ford Maverick would get coverage on an automotive enthusiast’s website. Sure, the Maverick, such as today’s 1976 discovery, sold well – 2.1 M copies between model… more»
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Police Pensioner: 1989 Chevrolet Caprice 9C1
In my part of the world, Ford’s “Interceptor” Explorer is thee go-to cop car. Before that, it was Ford’s Interceptor Taurus, and preceding that it was Chevrolet’s ubiquitous W-body Impala (and I saw one last week that had to… more»
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2002 Alternative? 1974 Datsun 710
Whenever there is a dominant car in a given segment, it’s natural that we try and find a suitable back-up car that offers a similar driving experience for less money. While I realize it’s a stretch to suggest that… more»
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Four-Door Beauty: 1957 Ford Custom 300
The 1957 model year was one of the few times that Ford would sell more cars than Chevrolet (this is back when only one body size was available). The ’57 Fords were new while the ’57 Chevies were a… more»
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Middleman Marketed Vagabond: 1949 Kaiser Vagabond
As earlier generations pass from this Earth, their survivors must deal with their estates. The problem for many of the ones tasked with closing things out is that few of them are car people. This is where a middleman… more»
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Owned For 20 Years: 1972 Chevrolet Nova 350
Choosing a worthy project candidate can be challenging, particularly if the buyer wants a classic free from significant rust issues. This 1972 Chevrolet Nova ticks that box because it is a dry climate survivor. The small-block V8 under the… more»
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15 Years In the Barn: 1936 Chevrolet “Standard”
Chevrolet would have a milestone year in 1936, beating Ford out for the #1 sales spot. That was no small feat considering that buyers finally had money to spend on new cars after The Great Depression ensued in 1929…. more»
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55k Original Miles: 1979 Subaru DL
Subaru enjoys a well-earned reputation for producing some of the most robust cars on the planet. The Impreza WRX was one of the dominant models in the World Rally Championship, scoring six crowns between 1995 and 2003. Our feature… more»
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327/4-Speed: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
I have been involved in the classic car scene for more decades than I care to admit, and one of the most consistently desirable vehicles during that period is the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. It is easy to see… more»
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Restore, or Not? 1956 Citroën Traction Avant 11B
Many car makers lay claim to some fame or another: first this, first that. My favorite “car of firsts” is the Lancia Lambda. Yes, I probably like Lancias too well, but the Lambda did deserve accolades for the first… more»
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Survivor! 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Two-Door Coupe
The Cutlass nameplate first described a sports coupe concept way back in 1954. Oldsmobile equipped the car with a louvered backlight, swivel seats, a vertical dash, and finned fiberglass bodywork sitting on a 110-inch wheelbase. The car was displayed… more»
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Cheap 1978 AMC Pacer D/L Wagon
The AMC Pacer was one of those quirky cars that you either liked or not – there doesn’t seem to be much middle ground. In production from 1975 to 1980, the Pacer was unorthodox in appearance and that may… more»
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Too Many Doors? 1968 Pontiac Catalina
I’ve covered quite a few Pontiac Catalinas over the last several months. Most, usually have some standout, or at least notable, characteristic that makes them a car of interest, and earns them an entry on our tip list. This… more»
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1969 Dodge Coronet R/T 440 Project
Dodge offered two B-bodied cars in 1969 with the R/T (Road/Track) set-up, the Charger R/T, and the Coronet R/T. Both came with a Magnum 440 cubic inch V8 as standard equipment. The Charger was more stylish than the similar… more»
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Stainless Steel Roof: 1980 Chrysler New Yorker
Fifth Avenue in New York is still a potential marketing gold mine as far as conjuring up images of uber-wealthy people with top hats, canes, spats, and monocles. Well, at least the men. This 1980 Chrysler New Yorker Fifth… more»
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Last Driven in ’85: 1976 BMW 2002
One of the most beguiling aspects of a garage find car is the fact that a special vehicle could remain hidden away for many years, protected from the elements and prying eyes, only to emerge years later looking almost… more»
