The Oldsmobile 88 was introduced in 1949, an appropriate name since there was already an Olds 78 and Olds 98. This one is from 1955, part of the second generation of these cars, and appears to be in original… more»
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AMC V4 Power! 1962 Mighty Mite 422A
Weighing a half-ton less than a contemporary CJ (Civilian Jeep), the military Mighty Mite answered the need for a small and capable vehicle that could be air-dropped into combat and other sticky situations. This 1962 Mighty Mite 422A in… more»
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Stored 33 Years: 1956 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The first-generation Chevrolet Corvette had a good and long run, having lasted ten model years from 1953 through 1962. Chevrolet changed the body up a bit for the ’56 model, making some modifications to the front and taking away… more»
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Disassembled Project: 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda
No, what you are seeing here is not one of those rare three-wheeled “Cudas! But if your first impression was the same as mine, you probably thought that this one had already been used as a parts car at… more»
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Two-Owner Project: 1938 LaSalle Series 50 Opera Coupe
Between 1927 and 1940, Cadillac had a companion brand for its dealers to sell, the LaSalle. They were built by Cadillac and priced lower as to be the second-most prestigious marque in the GM family. The LaSalle’s were named… more»
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Two Decades Parked: 1989 Dodge Ram 3500 Cummins
It does seem like some project vehicles are destined to sit for extended periods, even after changing hands more than once with different owners Is it a curse? Or simply the case of a vehicle that’s attractive enough to… more»
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Big Red: 1987 Ford F-350
What’s big and red and can bring tons of goodies to anyone’s house? Why, this 1987 Ford F-350, of course! No need to drive to the North Pole for this toy-hauler, though: it’s located in Tumacacori, Arizona, and advertised… more»
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Stunning Custom: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air “Golden Anniversary”
When a manufacturer refers to a car as a “Golden Anniversary Edition,” it would be fair to expect that the car in question was built to celebrate fifty years of production for that company. That isn’t the case with… more»
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No Reserve: 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Short Box
It is wonderful to see some great old original pickups continue to emerge from barns and sheds across the country. This 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Short Box is a perfect example. It is unmolested and is a surprisingly solid classic…. more»
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Running 383: 1970 Dodge Charger
This 1970 Dodge Charger has undergone many changes throughout its life. However, it remains a complete classic that should make a satisfying restoration project. The owner is candid about its overall condition and needs, making it a refreshing approach… more»
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Rolling Project: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
In line with the industry movement toward mid-size muscle cars, Chevy promoted the Chevelle SS396 to series status in 1966. Two versions of the big-block motor would be offered, depending on how much oomph you wanted. This ’67 SS… more»
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62k Original Miles: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
The 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle SS remains a staple of the muscle car scene. It’s a model that offers stunning looks and scintillating performance. Good examples will always command plenty of attention in the market, and our feature car is… more»
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Not A Super Bee: 1970 Dodge Coronet 383
I find solace in finding the non-muscle car version of a popular model known more for its oomph. I think it’s the fact that they were so commonplace at one time – they were the market makers, and of… more»
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EV For RVs! Ever Heard Of A Zzipper?
This somewhat odd-looking machine is actually a prototype for an electric vehicle (EV) produced in the early 1990s by the Sebring Auto-Cycle Company in Sebring, Florida. It turns out a few production machines were made as well. This one… more»
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Upscale Barn Find: 1973 Ford Mustang Grande
The Grande was launched in 1969 as an uptown version of the Ford Mustang. It was successful enough to remain part of the line-up through 1973 when the company retired the first generation of the pony car. The subcompact… more»
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390 V8 Garage Find: 1968 Mercury Cyclone
The Cyclone was a performance car marketed by Mercury from 1964-71. At first it was a compact, then later an intermediate. In the late 1960s, it was positioned between the Cougar and Marauder for those buyers wanting some muscle,… more»
