The Chevy II/Nova was a popular Chevrolet compact sold from 1962 to 1979. Unlike the Corvair which had a long run in the 1960s, the Nova was quite conventional, a rear-wheel-drive vehicle with a front-mounted, water-cooled engine. The most… more»
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Two Owners: 1978 AMC AMX
It is safe to say we all appreciate an enthusiast with a sense of humor. Therefore, it is hard not to admire the owner of this rare 1978 AMC AMX. It has fallen upon hard times and is begging… more»
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Nice Driver: 1973 Volkswagen Beetle
Never is a strong term to use in conversations as it implies something absolute, but the seller of this 1973 VW Beetle goes there and claims his car has not ever been operated in the snow, salt, or even… more»
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Mopar Muscle: 1973 Plymouth Duster 340
As the hot muscle car market of the 1960s began to take heat from insurance companies, some manufacturers started beefing up their compacts. Smaller, lighter cars like the Plymouth Duster were treated to more power to hang on to… more»
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Original 265: 1957 Chevrolet 210 Two-Door Sedan
Tri-Five Chevrolets remain a favorite among enthusiasts seeking a project candidate. It doesn’t matter whether the aim is a faithful restoration or a custom approach, the ready availability and affordability of parts off the shelf means there is something… more»
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White Hat Special: 1969 Dodge Charger
Chrysler redesigned its mid-sized, B-bodied cars in 1968 and the Dodge Charger benefitted the most. From sales of fewer than 16,000 units in 1967, buyers scooped up more than 92,000 copies in 1968 and another 85,000 in 1969. The… more»
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Real-Deal Roller: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
As the muscle car market of the mid-1960s was heating up, Chevrolet promoted the Super Sport 396 (or SS 396) from a Malibu option to a series of its own. For the three years it held this status (1966-68),… more»
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SSS Bluebird Project: 1970 Datsun 510
Back in June, I covered this very sharp 1971 Datsun 510 Bluebird and it was a rare SSS performance-themed model. While familiar with the 510, the Bluebird edition was a new one for me. Well, today, we have a… more»
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Bavarian Survivor: 1973 BMW 2002
In many circles, the BMW 2002 Series is considered iconic. Part sports car and part sedan, BMW had a winner in the late 1960s when they dropped a 2.0-liter engine into their 1600 Series cars, providing buyers with a… more»
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One Family Owned: 1967 Datsun 411 Bluebird
Before the iconic Datsun 510 had a chance to mesmerize American gearheads, Nissan brought us the 410 and on its heels, the 411. Cutely named the Bluebird for the Japanese market – like many in its series both before… more»
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One-Owner 16k Mile 1974 Ford Pinto
The early 1970s marked the entrance of U.S. automakers into the growing subcompact car market. Two of them were introduced in 1971, the Chevy Vega and the Ford Pinto. The latter would see a 10-year production run that resulted… more»
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Rare Supercharger! 1964 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk
The Gran Turismo or GT Hawk was the last variant of the Studebaker Hawk that dated to the mid-1950s. It was only produced in 1962 through 1964, discontinued at Christmas 1963 when the company ceased automobile production in the… more»
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Driver With Patina: 1940 Packard 120
Want a restoration candidate you can drive while you slowly improve it? This ragged-but-right 1940 Packard 120 (or One Twenty) sedan in Mendocino County, California on Craigslist would seem to fit the bill. The asking price is a modest… more»
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Fly Like a Bird! 1972 Buick Skylark
Buick adopted the Skylark (a species of bird) nameplate in the early 1950s and it would stick around for most of the rest of the 20th Century. It’s most commonly remembered as a mid-size car along the lines of… more»
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Second Time Around: 1948 DeSoto Suburban
OK, a show of hands if you have ever encountered a DeSoto Suburban such as this 1948 example. Full disclosure, we covered this vehicle in September of 2018. As the current seller states, he purchased it in 2019 and… more»
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Recently Revived: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL
When the seller located this beautiful 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL, it had been parked since 1990. They worked through a meticulous revival process that consumed thousands of dollars. However, it has proved a wise investment because it is… more»
