Projects can stay with us for many years before they ever become running, driving vehicles. I have two projects that I’ve owned for a combined seven years that are finally getting to the point of being more complete than… more»
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Greenwood Conversion: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette
We’ve seen the wild Greenwood conversions of 1970s-era Corvettes many times over the years, but this estate sale find of a 1979 model introduced a new wrinkle in the company’s history (for me, at least). This particular car was… more»
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Big Block Project: 1973 Dodge Challenger
In Mopar world, the years ’70 and ’71 seem to be the collector’s apex with ’70 out gunning ’71, ostensibly due to power decreases that were federally finding their way into everyone’s model lineups. If you examine Dodge’s Challenger,… more»
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Once A Fuelie! 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
The first generation (C1) of the Chevy Corvette was winding down in 1962. Chevrolet would build nearly 15,000 of them, of which as many as 2,000 may have been fuel injected. This ’62 Corvette is said to be a… more»
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Ragtop Resto Candidate: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500
Everybody seems to like big old convertibles! And if you really don’t, I don’t mean to voluntarily include you in with all of the others that do. But, they seem immensely popular and will put a smile on your… more»
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Running Project: 1956 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special
In the mid-1950s, you couldn’t buy a nicer Cadillac than the Fleetwood 60 Special (unless it was the 75 Series limousine). They cost upwards of $5,000, which was a considerable outlay for an automobile in those days (equivalent to… more»
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1972 Pierre Cardin AMC Javelin SST: Black Magic
Designer jeans. Must have been the 1970s, an era when you could also score an AMC car with a designer interior. One such package was the Pierre Cardin Javelin, like this 1972 SST model. Lindenhurst, NY is where this… more»
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What Could Have Been: 1953 Chevrolet Corvette
Chevy introduced its Corvette sports car in 1953, and demand was so small the first three years that the automobile almost didn’t survive. Yet – nearly 70 years and two million copies later – the marque continues to evolve… more»
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Tiger Tribute: 1964 Sunbeam Tiger + 1967 Alpine
This is a very cool opportunity for a Tiger enthusiast. The seller reports he is selling this 1964 Sunbeam Alpine “Tiger” clone after acquiring it following the passing of its previous owner. He also has a 1967 Sunbeam Alpine… more»
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Two-Owner Aero Coupe: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The Chevrolet Monte Carlo Aero Coupe is a 1980s classic, taking one of the more iconic muscle cars of the day and making it even more sought after owing to a glass hatch enclosure. Of course, we know the… more»
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Grabber Project: 1974 Ford Maverick
The Maverick was Ford’s second success story of the 1960s. The Mustang debuted to phenomenal demand in 1964 and – five years later (to the day) – the Maverick was introduced. The Falcon, which spawned both cars, had aged… more»
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Sport Sedan V8: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
With the arrival of the Tri-Five Chevies, a new body style was offered by the car maker, a 4-door hardtop called the Sport Sedan. It debuted in 1956 (not 1955) and was available in both 210 and Bel Air… more»
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R-code 428 V8: 1969 Ford Torino Cobra Jet
The R-code designation for Ford engines in the 1960s was lingo for the company’s racing motors. It began with some potent 427s being dropped into earlier Galaxie 500s. Later, they turned to the lighter Fairlanes and Torinos and used… more»
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Blank Canvas: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda
When it was new, this 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda offered looks and performance that would satisfy most enthusiasts. Its glory days seem long behind it, and it will require a dedicated individual to regain its lost youth. It is a… more»
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Daily Driver: 1968 Pontiac Firebird
While Ford is credited with creating the pony car segment with the Mustang, the vehicles produced in response by General Motors were worthy opposition. The 1968 Pontiac Firebird is a prime example because its variants could go toe-to-toe with… more»
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Early SUV: 1960 Willys Jeep Utility Wagon
Willys is famous for making the all-purpose Jeep during (and after) World War II. The name lives on today as a part of the Chrysler Corporation portfolio. After the war, they began making a station wagon (2WD) and a… more»
