While most folks aspire to have a new or different car every few years, there are a select few that are constantly looking for their “forever car.” This is a Grail-like quest for a vehicle that will last absolutely… more»
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Highway Patrol Survivor? 1969 Dodge Polara
In the 1960s and 1970s, Chrysler sourced a lot of rolling stock to police departments and highway patrols. When equipped with big-block engines and beefed-up suspensions, these cars were hard to get away from on the interstates. This 1969… more»
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1972 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Project
This 1972 Malibu purports to be a real-deal Super Sport. But there’s a lot of the key SS stuff missing, including the 402 (aka 396) V8, 4-speed transmission, and raised hood. The body is not without issues, as the… more»
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BF Auction: 1956 Studebaker President
Automotive history is littered with manufacturers that collapsed for various reasons. For smaller American companies, the constant and unrelenting pressure from “The Big Three” sent many to the wall. One of the more notable was Studebaker. That was a… more»
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Military-Style “Thing”: 1972 Volkswagen Type 181
At first glance, this looks like a VW Thing sold in the U.S. in 1972 and 1973. But it’s a Type 181 or Kurierwagen that may have been built for military use in 1972. With its removable roof and… more»
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440 In Waiting! 1970 Dodge Dart
I consider fourth-gen Dodge Darts (’67-’76), like this 1970 example, to be unsung heroes. While I prefer the ’67-’69 version, there’s nothing wrong with a ’70 – they were lightweight, inexpensive powerhouse cars. Today’s find, a resident of Clarksville,… more»
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Rescue Me! 1965 Chevrolet Corvair
It’s well documented that Corvairs sell cheap. They might just be the last bastion of the old-car hobby where ten grand brings choices of years and models. That’s maybe why this 1965 Chevrolet Corvair is currently bid short of… more»
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Three Windows, Original Condition: 1935 Ford 3 Window Coupe
In the collectible Flathead Ford market, one of the most desirable cars you can own is a 1935 or 1936 Ford 3-window coupe. In an interview with the American Hot Rod Foundation, recently deceased guitar virtuoso Jeff Beck declared… more»
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Swinging Updates: 1969 Dodge Dart Custom
For most of its life, the Dodge Dart was a compact car and companion to the Plymouth Valiant. The fourth generation (1967-76) turned in the highest production numbers, which included this ’69 Dart Custom (or GT). The car is… more»
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Original 454: 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Sometimes, tackling a project build is not viable for a dedicated enthusiast. Time, space and lack of required skills are all valid reasons why this happens, and there is no shame in buying a classic that is a turnkey… more»
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Fresh Paint: 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Holiday Coupe
Purchasing a classic car is a calculated risk because some cars can hide nasty and unwelcome surprises unless the seller is candid. That is what makes this 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme refreshing. The seller admits it has a Salvage… more»
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30k Mile Survivor? 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Chevrolet introduced the Chevelle in 1964 as an intermediate to their compact Nova and the full-size Impala. Coincidentally, the cars had dimensions similar to the Chevies sold just a few years earlier (1956-57 Tri Fives). The second generation of… more»
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45k Miles: 1977 Buick Skylark Custom
The Skylark was one of Buick’s most enduring nameplates representing several styles and types of automobiles. Its runs included 1953-54, 1961-72, and 1975-88. This 1977 Skylark Custom 2-door coupe was from its stint as a mid-to-late 1970s compact (a… more»
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Texas Barn Find: 1970 Dodge Charger
Although it might not possess the cachet of an R/T, this 1970 Charger is a classic worthy of respect. It is an original and unmolested survivor that the previous owner parked in 1988. It recently emerged from hiding in… more»
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Dirty Thirty Year Slumber: 1947 Ford Coupe
As time marches on, we are seeing more and more old restorations emerging from long term storage. Many of these are presentable, easy to return to the road, and sold at bargain prices. If you would like to play… more»
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Worth Saving? 1970 Citroen DS
Let’s say I told you I had a beat-up, ratty four-door for you to restore. What would you imagine? A Chevelle, maybe, possibly some kind of Plymouth. What if I then said, “It’s French”? Would I hear nothing but… more»
