Once in a while, an E-Body comes along that seems to be at exactly the level of sheet-metal corrosion that makes it hard to quickly ascertain whether it would make more sense to repair the affected panels, or just… more»
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Yard Find Nailhead: 1965 Buick Riviera Project
Buick entered the personal luxury car market in 1963 with the Riviera. It became instantly popular and would remain a GM fixture throughout the rest of the century. The first generation ran through 1965, with the biggest change that… more»
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30k-Mile Survivor: 1974 Dodge Dart SE
The Dart was Dodge’s compact car from 1963 to 1976. It was especially popular during its last generation, which began in 1967. To draw it out of the ranks of being more than an economy car, the Dart Special… more»
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Rare Highboy (1-of-9): 1974 Ford F-250 4×4
Collectors often say that any car or truck is a one-of-one if you break down its options far enough, but there’s a reason for that; back when our favorite cars and trucks were being built, a buyer could choose… more»
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Mini-Mini Truckin’: Peterbilt Replica Go Cart
You may be surprised to learn that there’s a strong market for vintage go-carts and other pint-sized versions of the real thing. I know I was, when I saw some of the sale prices on auction sites for kid-friendly… more»
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High Quality Replica: Beck Porsche Speedster
Lately, there’s been a lot of attention given to the word “bespoke” as it relates to restomods and car customization. At the top of the market, Singer-built Porsches are selling for over $1 million without fail, while there are… more»
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22k Mile Survivor: 1979 Plymouth Volare
I am always drawn to cars like this 1979 Plymouth Volare Custom Sedan. It isn’t because it is an ultra-desirable classic, because it isn’t. This car attracts my attention because of its condition. Most Volares of this vintage have… more»
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Rust-Free Project: 1979 Ford Bronco 400 4-Speed
Project candidates from dry locations are typically viewed favorably by potential buyers. Rust issues are often minor, reducing some of the stress and hard work in a build. This 1979 Ford Bronco ticks that box. Its exterior is tired… more»
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Supercharged 4-Speed! 1962 Studebaker GT Hawk
Much has been written and said about Studebaker’s fabulous GT Hawk, particularly the supercharged “Jet Thrust” versions, and for your review today, that’s exactly what I have. This discovery is a 1962 edition, and all in all, it’s in… more»
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Four-Speed Ute: 1963 Ford Ranchero
The Ranchero, Ford’s “Ute” (utility coupe), went through three phases. From 1957 to 1959, it was a full-sized, wagon-based pickup. In 1960 to 1965, it was a compact truck (on the Falcon platform). And from 1966 to 1979, when… more»
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Terrific in Turquoise: Restored 1959 Ford Galaxie Skyliner
If you ever wanted a car that captures the colorful spirit of mid-to-late 50’s America, then this is it. A gleaming turquoise and white 1959 Ford Fairlane 500 Galaxie Skyliner (that’s quite a moniker). Detroit introduced a number of… more»
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Junior Muscle Car: 1970 Oldsmobile Rallye 350
By 1970, the biggest obstacle facing the muscle car market was insurance premiums. Providers had figured out the extra risk associated with ownership of a Pontiac GTO or Chevelle SS 396. So, insurance rates took off. Oldsmobile introduced the… more»
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Tasteful Upgrades: 1965 Oldsmobile 442
This front-on shot demonstrates that this 1965 Oldsmobile 442 isn’t totally original. The LED headlights are only the first of a wide range of upgrades the seller performed during a meticulous refurbishment. The result is a classic that not… more»
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Rare Coupe Edition: 2009 Pontiac Solstice
I don’t think often about 2009 model year cars, and never about a Pontiac Solstice from seventeen long years ago. Shame on me, I guess, the Solstice and its Saturn cousin, known as the Sky, were a genuine attempt… more»
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46k Mile Survivor: 1981 Imperial by Chrysler
By the late 1970s, Chrysler Corp. was in trouble. They had been stuck with mostly gas guzzlers when the energy crisis arrived mid-decade. To help bail them out, the board of directors lured Lee Iacocca away from Ford, and… more»
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37k Miles? 1955 Pontiac Chieftain 870 Catalina
It must have been exciting to work for General Motors in 1955. The company was spending millions to put on dazzling shows of industrial might, such as Motorama and Powerama. The brilliant new Tech Center in Warren, Michigan, was… more»
