Some classics are almost too stunning for words. Take this 1965 Mercury Comet Caliente Convertible, for example. From its sparkling paint to its spotless interior, it makes a positive first impression. It continues below the surface, having covered a… more»
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Two Owner Project: 1969 Ford Ranchero
Having featured a Chevrolet El Camino in an article earlier today, I felt it only fitting to give Ford a right of reply when I spotted this 1969 Ranchero. Unlike the El Camino, this isn’t a turnkey proposition. However,… more»
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Field Find Wagon: 1972 Plymouth Fury Suburban
Most folks relate the Suburban nameplate to a big Chevrolet SUV. But 50 or more years ago, it applied to a full-size station wagon sold by Plymouth. The seller has an example from 1972 (the seller is unsure of… more»
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73k Original Miles: 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau
If an affordable Bow-Tie project is on your radar, this 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau could be a contender. It has a few cosmetic faults, but the low odometer reading and the V8 under the hood more than compensate…. more»
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4-Speed Wagon: 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
General Motors introduced four mid-size cars in 1964, with three of them being compacts that were promoted. The all-new entry was the Chevelle, which quickly became Chevrolet’s second-best-selling automobile. 15,000 were Malibu 2-seat 4-door wagons with a V8 like… more»
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350 Crate Motor: 1965 Chevrolet El Camino
Buying a classic can be a case of “swings and roundabouts.” That means that for every shortcoming, there’s a positive attribute that makes the vehicle extremely tempting. Such is the case with this 1965 Chevrolet El Camino. The seller… more»
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Driving Project: 1968 Ford Fairlane
Choosing an appropriate project candidate is sometimes challenging. Buyers must often balance their skills and desires with their available budget. That makes this 1968 Ford Fairlane worth a close look. It has obvious rust, but the photos support the… more»
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One Owner Land Yacht: 1972 Chrysler Newport Royal
The Newport was Chrysler’s bread-and-butter car from 1961 to 1981. It provided the gateway to more expensive products like the New Yorker and Imperial (not branded as a Chrysler). The car received new styling in 1969-73, dubbed “fuselage” because… more»
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Turbocharged Tribute: 1977 Pinto Pangra
There wasn’t a lot special about the 1971 to 1980 Ford Pinto – until Huntington Ford in Arcadia, California, created the Pangra, which was a physically and mechanically customized Pinto. The Pangra’s goal was to compete with faster imported… more»
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Running 440-Powered Project: 1970 Dodge Charger
While most enthusiasts begin an auto project with the best of intentions and their eye on the finish line, many unforeseen obstacles can pop up and keep a restoration from being completed, with higher-than-anticipated costs likely one of the… more»
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Early EV Project: 1981 Ford Escort Electrica
America’s interest in automobiles powered by something other than combustion engines is not a new thing. It came and went in the 1970s and 1980s as gasoline prices rose and fell, and then rose and fell again. One such… more»
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Parked Since 2001: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
First-year C3 Corvettes always seem to draw attention, even when they’ve been sitting for decades. This 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe listed on craigslist looks like one of those projects that could easily get enthusiasts talking. Located in California,… more»
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Turquoise Jewel: 1962 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
My favorite Cadillac is the 1955 Coupe DeVille, but given the circumstances where I could own two, I’d also have a 1962 Cadillac, like the Coupe DeVille that Barn Finder T.J. found here on Hagerty Marketplace in Smyrna, Tennessee. Not only… more»
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Slant-Six Sedan Survivor: 1968 Dodge Dart 270
Light Blue Poly (according to the data card) is a nice color for this Dart, and if you’re someone who’s into patina, this one has a great look. I can also picture it in perfect condition, and it wouldn’t… more»
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Flower Car Restomod! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
If Chevrolet had built an El Camino pickup in 1957, it might have looked something like this. But that model didn’t come along until 1959. This custom “truck” is described as a flower car, but we would like to… more»
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Forgotten Fox Project: 1984 Ford Mustang LX Convertible
Fox-body Mustangs have been climbing in popularity for years now, which means even the lesser-seen V6 cars are starting to attract attention from people looking for affordable projects. This 1984 Ford Mustang LX Convertible recently listed on Facebook Marketplace… more»
