The term “bubbletop” actually didn’t come about until 1962 when it was used by some to differentiate the Bel Air 2-door sport coupe’s roofline from the more formal roof on the Impala 2-door hardtop. But the terminology has since… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1987 Yugo GV
Like Rodney Dangerfield, the poor Yugo didn’t get much respect. Offered in the U.S. from 1985-92, this Yugoslavian-built car developed a reputation for suspect quality and reliability, yet more than 141,600 of them were sold. Survival rates are low… more»
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French Oddball: 1959 Panhard Dyna Z12
Panhard of France was a manufacturer of automobiles and light tactical and military vehicles. It was in the car business from 1945 to 1967 and built the Dyna Z series from 1953-59. These were lightweight autos, with bodies made… more»
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Parked In ’85: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
Apparently, this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air hardtop was found by the current owner while driving back roads in the middle of nowhere. It now resides in Townsend, Massachusetts, and can be found for sale here on eBay with a current… more»
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Some Assembly Required: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
The famous Chevy “Tri Fives” began with the 1955 models and sold nearly 1.8 million cars that year, including 189,000 Bel Air Sport Coupes like this one. These cars were popular then and now because they could be quite… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS
The 1965 Impala SS that is parked in this workshop is a clean survivor that is ready to be driven and enjoyed. Not only is it an eye-catching classic, but it features an interior that wants for nothing. The… more»
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390/4 Speed: 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 XL
It is 19-years since this 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 XL underwent some light restoration work, and the fact that the car still looks so tidy would suggest that the work was performed to a high standard. It is a… more»
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Rolling Project: 1930 Ford Model A
Ford’s Model A was a worthy successor to the Model T but had a shorter production span and thus fewer copies made. Several body styles were offered, including this 5-window coupe. This car was produced in 1930 as the… more»
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Estate Find: 1964 Pontiac Grand Prix
The owner of this 1964 Pontiac Grand Prix looks like he might have been an impulse buyer. He purchased the car as part of a deceased estate collection, intending to restore it. However, he has found that he already… more»
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A Real Hot Rod Lincoln! 1937 Zephyr V8
Get a load of that face! It has an almost knowing grin about itself. And it should! Besides the fact that it is a very collectible Lincoln Zephyr, it is harboring a surprise under its hood. This is definitely… more»
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Big-Block 4-Speed: 1969 Dodge Dart GTS
This car appears to be one of just 784 built in 1969, a Dart GT Sport (hence the GTS abbreviation). That’s because it came with 383 cubic inch V8 with a 4-speed manual. It was last registered in 1977… more»
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Late ’70s Muscle: 1977 Dodge Aspen R/T
It’s hard to imagine how much the motoring high-performance scene changed between 1970 and 1977, actually, the time between ’70 and ’73 was momentous enough, but by ’77 the fun was largely over. The Dodge Challenger/Plymouth ‘Cuda, gone; Javelin/AMX,… more»
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Pennsylvania Barn Finds: 1956 Buick Super Sedan
This 1956 Buick Super is a sad and sorry sight. It was driven into this barn more than 40-years-ago, and it hasn’t moved since. It has accumulated a significant layer of dust, and it is crying out for a… more»
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440 Big-Block: 1970 Dodge Dart Swinger
This 1970 Dart Swinger started life like so many did, one of 70 percent that were built with Chrysler’s venerable Slant-Six motor. It went through a restoration about 11 years ago, which is likely when the six-banger was thrown… more»
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1953 Oldsmobile Super 88 Camper!
Back in the mid-20th Century, more cars were converted into campers than you might think. And there were several outfits around the country that pulled these transformations off, some better than others. We’re not told who did this one… more»
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Same Owner 20 Years! 1969 Chevelle SS 454
This 1969 Chevelle started out life as a Malibu Sport Coupe and became an SS later. And it has a 454 cubic inch V8, something that wouldn’t come about until the 1970 model year. The 396 would have been… more»
