Looking great in Glacier Blue Crystal Coat and a Cream-colored padded landau vinyl roof, this 1982 Chrysler Cordoba appears to be even more base-spec than any brochure shows, with blackwall tires and dog dish hubcaps. I like that look… more»
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Disc Brake Equipped! 1954 Cadillac Series 62
Last week we featured this 1955 Cadillac Sixty-Two convertible and it makes quite a visual statement. Today’s find in a 1954 Sixty-Two sedan and “frumpy” is the first descriptor that comes to mind. Sure, it’s stately looking in a… more»
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Hangar Find! 1968 Ford Galaxie 500
Coming on the heels of last week’s 1970 Ford LTD is this 1968 Galaxie 500 two-door hardtop. It’s in the same vein, just a lesser model with a more restrained presentation. And, if I may say so, ’68 was… more»
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Assembly Required: 1970 Dodge Charger 500
To better compete in NASCAR, Dodge developed the Charger 500 in 1969. It was more aerodynamic than the rest of the series, with a flat front end with exposed headlights and no tunnel back for the roof. That didn’t… more»
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It’s Not a Jeep! 1953 Willys Aero
When you think you the Willys brand, you likely have visions of the venerable Jeep that was built in huge numbers during and after World War II. But they were also in the automobile business for a time, including… more»
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Collector’s Edition Project: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
When you hear the words “collector’s edition,” you might think that it meant a car would be immune from falling into disrepair. We know that it doesn’t work that way, especially when a so-called collector car is produced in… more»
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In Summer Shape: 1954 Mercury Monterey Woody Wagon
For summer and beyond, here’s a stylish option primed to haul those bathing suits, surfboards, and picnic baskets – a 1954 Mercury Monterey woody wagon on craigslist. The asking price is $34,000 and the new owner can drive it… more»
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No Reserve: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
Locating an original classic that provides a few options for a buyer to consider is tempting. Such is the case with this 1979 Pontiac Trans am. It presents nicely as an unmolested survivor, but lifting its presentation with fresh… more»
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454 V8 Roller: 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The Monte Carlo was Chevrolet’s personal luxury car and was in its third year in 1972. The cars were little changed and the emphasis on luxury was increased with the discontinuance of the SS 454 package. Yet, the engine… more»
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Supercharged Survivor: 1963 Studebaker Avanti R2
Releasing a new model is always a calculated risk, but it is more so when the company is teetering on the edge of financial collapse. However, Studebaker rolled the dice in 1962 when it released its Avanti. It was… more»
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No Reserve: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible
If you ever harbored doubts about the desirability of First Generation Mustang project candidates, this 1966 Convertible probably removes those doubts. It is complete and unmolested but has extensive rust issues requiring attention. However, that hasn’t prevented it from… more»
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6,500-Mile Survivor: 1954 Hudson Jet
Attempting to remain competitive in the automobile business, Hudson Motor Car Co. developed and launched the compact Jet in 1953. However, the cost of bringing the little car to market left minimal capital for much else, so Hudson merged… more»
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Just Out of the Barn: 1955 Packard Clipper
The Clipper enjoyed a sporadic run at Packard in the 1940s and 1950s. In later years, it was the entry-level product for a car company that had touted luxury. But the Clipper was seen internally as a sales draw… more»
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31k One-Owner Miles: 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1977 was the final run for the second generation of the Chevrolet Monte Carlo, retaining its beautiful Collonade styling just before it headed to the chopping block the following year, with the results including a 15-inch reduction in length… more»
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Real Barn Find: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Project
Although the Chevrolet Bel Air was introduced back in 1950, it’s the ’55 through ’57 models that enthusiasts typically have recurring dreams about, the years lovingly known as the tri-fives. Sadly, the fifties decade was a long time ago,… more»
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Holley G-Force One Project: 1987 Pontiac Grand Prix
The Pontiac Grand Prix received a radical change for the 1988 model, featuring an all-new modernized body plus a front-wheel-drive system, replacing the RWD that had pushed the car since its introduction in 1962. With sales on a steady… more»
