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V8 Project: 1979 Chevrolet Malibu

Chevy launched its intermediate car, the Chevelle, in 1964 and the Malibu would be the top trim level. With the redesign and downsizing of the 1978 models, the Chevelle name was retired, and the car became just Malibu through… more»

Modern 5.2-Liter V8! 1969 Dodge Polara Wagon

The Polara nameplate appeared on Dodge cars beginning in 1960 and would stick around until 1973. At first a full-size car, the Polara became as intermediate about mid-way through its time in the Chrysler fold. This 9-passenger Polara station… more»

Unrestored 4X4: 1951 Dodge Power Wagon

The older Dodge Power Wagons like this one are some of the toughest-looking trucks ever produced. This particular one seems to have only a few drawbacks and has been listed for sale here on craigslist. It’s located in Newcastle,… more»

Barn Bound 25 Years: 1966 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

We frequently feature 1966 Chevrolet Impala on Barn Finds. And why not, there were only about 775K built that year. And 38K of those were convertibles such as this Grants Pass, Oregon resident. Listed as grandpa’s car (but whose… more»

Rare Pop-Top: 1976 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Chalet

I’m steeling myself for the “broken record” comments where I pontificate yet again about just where all of these Chevrolet K5 Blazer Chalets are coming from. Here’s yet another one, also in project form, that needs restoration but supposedly… more»

50k Genuine Mile Survivor! 1965 Buick Riviera

When a manufacturer presents a new model to the buying public, there are two approaches they can take. Nowhere is this better demonstrated than with two different vehicles released during the 1960s. When Ford unveiled the Mustang, it saturated… more»

350-Equipped: 1978 Chevrolet C10 Pickup

Fake patina sets the teeth on edge for many enthusiasts, but there’s something endearing about the real thing. That’s what we find with this 1978 Chevrolet C10. This Pickup has never been a trailer queen, and there’s evidence to… more»

Fuel Injected 361! 1960 DeSoto Fireflite Survivor

DeSoto was a brand of automobile made under the Chrysler halo from 1928-61. The 1960 models would be the last as a full production year since the company pulled the plug just two months after announcing the 1961 editions…. more»

The Barbarian: 1930 Ford Roadster Hot Rod

Manufacturers spend thousands of hours and an untold amount of money devising the name of their latest offering. The badge needs to achieve two aims. The first is that it must, in some way, encourage an emotional response from… more»

Garage Find! 46K Mile 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier

This isn’t the usual type of exciting, dream-about barn find vehicle that most of us hope to find hiding away in a dusty barn or garage somewhere. But, it is a first-generation 46k-mile 1983 Chevrolet Cavalier with a 5-speed… more»

No Reserve: 1957 Buick Super Riviera

In keeping with the market trends of the era, Buick’s Super received a completely new body for 1957, replacing one that had only been in production for three model years. Today, it isn’t unusual for manufacturers to extend the… more»

351-4V Cobra Jet! 1972 Ford Ranchero 500

Full disclosure, Ford Rancheros, such as this 1972 example, don’t capture my imagination the way that Chevy’s El Camino does. That said,  I took one look at this Cottageville, South Carolina domiciled 1972 Ranchero and thought Hmmm, I like… more»

1959 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight SceniCoupe

Introducing a car so big it doesn’t even fit in the seller’s pictures! Normally you could take a step backward and get the whole car in view, but sometimes you’re backed up against a lion’s cage or a dangerous… more»

Highly Optioned: 1968 Plymouth Barracuda Fastback

Launched in 1967, the Second Generation Plymouth Barracuda remained in production for three model years. Our feature Fastback rolled off the line in 1968, and its overall condition is pretty respectable for an unrestored classic of that age. Increasing… more»

24k Original Miles! 1970 Ford Mustang

When an original survivor has more than five decades under its belt, it would be fair to expect it to exhibit some wear and tear. That isn’t the case with this 1970 Mustang Fastback. It has led a sheltered… more»

Parked Since 1980s: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

The 1969 model year may have been the peak for performance-oriented Ford Mustangs, as no less than six of them were available. The GT, Boss, 302, Boss 429, Shelby GT350, Shelby GT500, and the new Mach 1 were all… more»

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