If you drop in to Barn Finds with any regularity, chances are at least even that you’ve seen the 1973 Burt Reynolds film White Lightning, where Reynolds plays protagonist Gator McClusky, a moonshine runner with revenge on his mind. If you’ve seen… more»
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Dusty Slant-Six: 1975 Dodge Dart Swinger
The Dart compact served Dodge well from 1963 to 1976. Its second-generation (1967-76) was the most popular, especially the Swinger 2-door hardtop. The seller’s 1975 edition was built as Dodge was starting to wind things down; the Aspen would… more»
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One Owner Project: 1969 Dodge Coronet 440
After a six-year absence, the Coronet nameplate returned to the Dodge fold as a mid-size car in 1965. It was based on Chrysler’s B-body platform that had served as a full-size model from 1962 64. This 1969 Coronet 440… more»
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Suicide Doors: 1967 Ford Thunderbird Landau
The Ford Thunderbird served in a few capacities over the years, starting as a two-seater and then evolving to a personal luxury coupe. However, with all the decades the car was in production, there was only a brief period… more»
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So Much Wiring! 1936 Ford Five-Window Coupe Project
Like almost anyone with gasoline in their veins, I’m a sucker for 1936 Ford Coupes; they’re my favorite from a decade that abounds with stylistic riches in the Ford line. While I prefer the three-window coupes, I would categorize… more»
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Autobahn Package: 1997 Oldsmobile Aurora
The Oldsmobile Aurora remains one of the more impressive vehicles GM has made in recent memory, but also a cautionary tale of how brand identity and engineering still rule the day at the upper end of the market. The… more»
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12k-Mile Taxi Package: 1970 Ford Custom
Ford sold a bundle of Galaxie 500s and LTDs in the 1960s and 1970s. And you’ll still see one pop up from time to time. But lesser seen then and now was the Custom, Ford’s budget full-size car. It… more»
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Mostly Original 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport SportsRoof
It’s a part of the human condition to makes lists. You might have your five favorite albums, favorite movies, and perhaps even your favorite Ford Torinos. For me, that last one isn’t really a list, but a single car—this… more»
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Four-Door Hot Rod? 1965 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova
The 1965 model year brought a sales increase to every Chevrolet product line except for one – the Chevy II/Nova. Some sales had been pirated away internally by the mid-size Chevelle (new in ’64) and a redesigned Corvair. Externally,… more»
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41k Mile Survivor: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
A reduction in size was in store for several popular GM offerings for 1978, and the Oldsmobile Cutlass was no exception, with the fifth-generation cars losing significant length and weight compared to their predecessors. Fortunately, even after the changes,… more»
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Same Owner 40 Years: 1973 Dodge Dart Swinger
The 1967-76 era of the Dodge Dart compact started out being rather stodgy, but reliable. Wanting to spice things up a bit, Dodge created the Dart Swinger 2-door hardtop in 1969, and it was available with or without a… more»
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6,800 Original Miles: 1982 Ford LTD
The Ford LTD was once as ubiquitous on American roads as traffic signals and crosswalks. It was from an era that was quickly evolving as vehicles were increasingly downsized, both in terms of size and engine displacement. However, consumers… more»
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Race of Champions Tribute: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E Cosworth
One of my favorite aspects of being the owner of a 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth is the connection to Ayrton Senna. Senna, among other legendary drivers, participated in a one-off event dubbed the “Race of Champions” that featured… more»
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Luxury Meets Power? 1994 Ford Taurus SHO
Ford sold a ton of Taurus sedans and wagons across more than 30 years, beginning in 1986. It was your typical Detroit grocery-getter, which didn’t generate a lot of excitement – unless you opted for the SHO model (Super… more»
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Cheap Driver: 1999 Volkswagen New Beetle
The automotive world rode a retro wave in the 1990s, and Volkswagen was happy to come along for the ride. It released the New Beetle as a tribute to its global icon, and although it didn’t enjoy the enormous… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1962 Plymouth Fury
In the 1960s, the Fury was the equivalent of the Chevrolet Impala and the Ford Galaxie. Come 1962, the car would be at a competitive disadvantage due to an ill-fated downsizing decision. The so-called “Plucked Chickens” were born on… more»
