Oldsmobile’s reputation for “Rocket V8” engines is legendary, as they were among the first to build a modern overhead valve unit back in 1949. By the time this 1955 Oldsmobile Super arrived, the V8 revolution was in full swing,… more»
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Patina & Personality: 1960 Chevrolet Impala Wagon
Now listed on eBay, this 1960 Chevrolet Impala Station Wagon is the kind of old-school family hauler that blends nostalgia, character, and proven reliability in one long, low package. According to the seller, the car was built using four… more»
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Bad Grades Force Sale: 1993 Ford F-150
The seller of this slick 1993 Ford F-150 Flareside is selling it due to his son not keeping his grades up. What a shame, since this looks like an awesome truck. The Ford sports the desirable combination of the… more»
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Cheap Wheels: 1980 Pontiac Phoenix For $500!
In the 1970s, the Pontiac Phoenix was a badge-engineered version of the popular Chevrolet Nova. But in the 1980s, it was a corporate cousin to the new FWD Chevy Citation. They sold well enough but were weak on craftsmanship… more»
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2-For-1: Pair of 1965 Ford Galaxie 500s
Throughout the 1960s and part of the 1970s, the Ford Galaxie competed directly with the Chevrolet Impala (which usually won in the sales race). In 1965, Ford redesigned its full-size cars, and stacked headlights would dominate the styling for… more»
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Rusty but Ready: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Project Car
Listed on eBay, this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is being sold as a four-door project roller, offering a starting point for someone who’s ready to take on a true restoration or custom build. The seller describes it as a… more»
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Classroom Survivor: 1970’s-Era Mopar Drivers Ed Simulator
For readers of a certain age, this item will bring back memories of high school Drivers Education class. It seems old school and very analog today, but for 50+ years, these driver training simulator machines were in high schools… more»
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Grandma’s Low-Mileage Ride: 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency
Did anybody do luxury better than 1970s Detroit (or Lansing, in this case)? Today, luxury means heated and cooled seats, a large touch screen, and as much connectivity as technology will currently allow. In 1974, however, it meant riding… more»
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Estate Find: 1993 Buick Roadmaster Limited Wagon
Full-size station wagons were still holding on at GM in 1993, although by this time, the popularity of minivans had taken a toll on their sales. I totally understand the practicality and appeal of a small van or an… more»
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Sharky Potential: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette ‘Mako Shark’ Roadster
This 1964 Chevrolet Corvette convertible listed on eBay is a project car with some fascinating history behind it. Modified decades ago with a Mako Shark–style body kit, it represents a slice of 1970s custom car culture, a time when… more»
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Award Winning 4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
It’s often said that the first is the best. I have found that to be the case with many movies where the sequels just don’t measure up. Some cars hit me that way, too. Take this 1970 Chevrolet Monte… more»
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Good Price And Great Patina: 1963 Ford F100
Like a pair of blue jeans or some broken-in boots, nothing beats the utility of a classic truck. Take the kids out for ice cream while hauling your wife’s new thrift project, or throw in the fishing poles and… more»
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Slant-Six Drop-Top: 1967 Dodge Coronet 440
Dodge resurrected the Coronet nameplate in 1965 and applied it to their mid-size B-body products. The Coronet 440 was middle-of-the-pack in terms of trim, and the seller’s project or parts car from 1967 may be an odd duck. It’s… more»
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Shelby Style: 1969 Ford Mustang GT500 Convertible Tribute
Listed for sale here on eBay, this 1969 Ford Mustang GT500 Convertible Tribute brings together the unmistakable look of a late-’60s Shelby with the drivability and appeal of a carefully crafted tribute build. Finished in Grabber Green with a… more»
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A Work Of Art: 1948 Cadillac Sixty Special
Last year, I found an interesting out-of-print book on automotive design at John R. King Used & Rare Books in Detroit. The book was titled The Art of American Car Design: The Profession and Personalities, and the author was… more»
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Flood Survivor: 1971 Plymouth Valiant Project
Listed on Facebook Marketplace in Knoxville, Tennessee, this 1971 Plymouth Valiant represents an uncommon opportunity to save a classic Mopar that’s already partway through restoration. Priced at $8,500, the seller explains that the car was caught in the 2024… more»
