The Park Avenue replaced the Electra 225 as the Buick staple in 1991. It would hold that top spot for more than 20 years. The cars were roomy and dependable, and sources say it’s not uncommon to see hundreds… more»
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Supercharged Sedan: 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP
Pontiac’s Grand Prix began as a personal luxury car in 1962 but would evolve into a 4-door performance/luxury sedan before retiring in 2008. The seller’s beautiful survivor is from the car’s seventh generation and is a turn-key automobile that… more»
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Worthwhile Project? 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SE
When we consider the Mercedes-Benz W108/109 lineup, we often think about the desirable V8-powered sedans, or perhaps the lovely cabriolet and coupe models. The sedan with the 2.8L inline-six is less sought after, perhaps, but it’s still a wonderful… more»
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Rare Diesel: 1984 Pontiac 6000
When you say the words “GM diesel” in the context of a vehicle from the 1980s, I wouldn’t blame you for thinking the worst. After all, GM had a significant swing and miss when it came to selling a… more»
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Parked Since ’75: 1957 Chevrolet 150
Don’t be fooled by its weathered appearance, because there is much to like about this 1957 Chevrolet 150. Below the surface is a rock-solid project candidate that has hibernated for fifty years. It is a genuine blank canvas, allowing… more»
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Only One Left? 1959 Fiat 1100 103D
Fiat sold cars in the U.S. in the late 1950s. But we’re betting imports like the Volkswagen Beetle turned in better numbers. Most of the sales were the 500 and 600 models, but the 1100 was also in the… more»
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Flat Top Trailer Find: 1960 Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet redesigned its cars for a second year in a row in 1959, largely due to competitive pressures. You’ll recall Chrysler launched its “Forward Look” automobiles in 1957, which redefined what cars would look like going forward. The new… more»
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Rare Italian: 1975 Lancia Fulvia Coupe 3 Safari Edition
Given its current model range, it is hard to comprehend that Lancia was once a powerhouse in world rallying. Today, the company is a shadow of its former self, but success in the East African Safari prompted the company… more»
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Almost Free Cheap Wheels: 2000 Mercury Cougar
The Cougar was Mercury’s best-selling car from its inception in 1967 to its retirement in 2002. Over these 35 years, it competed in lots of different classes, first as a pony car and last as a sport compact. The… more»
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Garage Find Project: 1971 Ford Torino GT
“When I last started it – 2.5 years ago – it just needed a transmission to be driven,” so states the seller of this 1971 Ford Torino GT. And so it goes with this project. As we delve into… more»
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5-Speed W124: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300E
Even if you’re not someone who typically drives European cars, there’s a good chance you’ve encountered the Mercedes-Benz 300E, otherwise known as the W124. These cars helped establish Mercedes-Benz as a household name in the United States in the… more»
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400-Equipped: 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
This 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu is far more than a pretty face. Its tidy exterior hides a secret, because the upgraded V8 under the hood should place plenty of power at the driver’s disposal. The buyer can enjoy this… more»
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30k-Mile Survivor: 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
When Chevrolet introduced their first compact car, it elected to go down the “path less traveled.” At least for U.S. automobile manufacturers. The Corvair arrived in 1960 and followed in the Volkswagen Beetle’s footsteps with a rear-mounted, air-cooled engine…. more»
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End of the Line: 1966 Studebaker Cruiser
Studebaker and Packard merged in 1954 in the hopes of keeping both brands relevant. But that didn’t work out, and the Packard marque was gone after 1958. The Lark compact arrived in 1959, but that only stalled the Grim… more»
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High Mileage Hot Hatch: 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GTI
A replacement for the VW Beetle was on the horizon as early as the mid-1950s. Numerous prototypes were built, though none ever matriculated beyond internally assigned numbers like EA47 or EA97. Each was deemed to fall short of the… more»
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Original Paint And Interior: 1974 Ford Galaxie 500
After fifteen years, Ford decided to end production on the Galaxie 500 after 1974, making this oddly named “Pillared Hardtop” the last of its line for American production. As such, production numbers weren’t terribly impressive, with the luxurious LTD… more»
