Thanks to the 1973 OPEC oil embargo and the resulting shift to smaller cars, Chevy’s venerable Nova had its best sales year in 1974. While a lot of buyers went after six-cylinder gas sippers, 10% of buyers that year… more»
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73k Mile Tri-Five Sedan: 1957 Chevrolet 150
With the iconic status that the tri-five Chevrolet offerings have attained, not much introduction is necessary, other than perhaps pointing out that this one’s an entry-level 150 model. A couple of other choices were also available, including the upscale… more»
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Super Sedan: 1992 BMW M5
If you’ve spent any time following BMW Motorsport vehicles, you’ve likely noticed that there’s a growing appreciation for the cars made before the current era of high-performance vehicles. This is because just like someone who adores old muscle cars,… more»
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Bucket Seat Project: 1962 Ford Falcon Futura
Ford joined Chevrolet and others in the “new” compact car market in 1960. Their product was thoroughly routine in its engineering (in contrast to the air-cooled Chevy Corvair). In the beginning, the Falcon was a pure econobox, but the… more»
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Fix While You Drive! 1963 Ford Fairlane 500
Ford’s success at launching a compact car in 1960 led them to fill a second void in 1962 – the intermediate. The company rolled out a mini-me version of the Galaxie using the Fairlane name, which had been a… more»
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Slant 6 and Solid: 1972 Plymouth Duster
Although the Duster shared a chassis and other components with the Plymouth Valiant, its sporty styling proved a welcome addition to the brand’s lineup and a favorable entry for the compact market, which was becoming more popular when this… more»
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$3,200 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera SL Series I
Another in the series of cars that were once everywhere but are now nowhere. I mean… they are rarely seen today. Dark Cherry Red Metallic is a beautiful color for this 1995 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera SL Series I sedan,… more»
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Donated Project: 1978 Jaguar XJ6
When it comes to moving an old car off of a property that doesn’t want an old car in the way, donation is typically the first choice. This is followed closely by junking it, and cars like this 1978… more»
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It Waits and Waits: 1957 Chevrolet 210 327 V8
One of the best-selling 1957 Chevrolet models/body styles was the Bel Air Sport Coupe. However, you could also get the Sport Coupe in 210 garb, which meant less trim but the same good looks. It was less popular than… more»
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Italian Hatchback: 1982 Lancia Delta LX
Feeling stuck in your old hatchback? Tired of seeing twelve people every day driving the same car you own? Here’s a solution: still a hatchback, still family-friendly, but it’s a Lancia! Not only does it have exotic origins –… more»
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Horse Collar Barn Find! 1958 Edsel Pacer
Ford Motor Co. had high hopes in 1958 when they expanded their portfolio to include a fourth division – the Edsel. The new line of cars was named after Henry Ford’s son, and a substantial amount of money was… more»
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Never Saw Snow: 1994 Cadillac DeVille Concours
I realize the title is grammatically-challenged, but this sleek, silver sedan has seriously never seen salt, slush, or snow, says the seller in scenic Spokane. Say that ten times in a row as fast as you can, and before… more»
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4-Door Survivor Driver: 1962 Chrysler Saratoga
Chrysler used the Saratoga nameplate off and on between 1939 and 1965. But after 1961, it only appeared on Chryslers built and sold in Canada. That’s where you’ll find the seller’s seemingly nice 1962 Saratoga, though the photos don’t… more»
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LeMans Blue Sports Sedan: 2002 BMW M5
The E39-chassis BMW M5 is one of the best sports sedans made in recent memory, and as values continue to hold steady, there’s little doubt that it has more room to run in the future. While pristine, low-mileage cars… more»
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Reasonably Priced: 1955 Chrysler Windsor Deluxe
And now for another installment of “Oh Chrysler, where have you gone?” with today’s subject being a 1955 Windsor Deluxe. The seller tells us that it was parked in ’68 “and started once a week until one day it… more»
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Just Out Of Storage: 1954 Buick Special
All cars taken out of long-term storage should be as nice as this 1954 Buick Special Deluxe Series 40 two-door sedan. It’s an entry-level vehicle (the kind my father always bought) but it’s very nice for the most part…. more»
