World War II largely curtailed American automobile production as automakers focused on producing machines of war. Few passenger cars were built during the war years, and new designs were largely put on hold. This probably explains why this 1942 Packard… more»
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All Original: 1947 Dodge Business Coupe
If truly “all original” as described, this 1947 Dodge Business Coupe may have spent more time in a plastic bubble than any kind of barn. Offered here on craigslist in Denver, Colorado, it can be yours for $12,000. The Business… more»
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Factory Muscle Truck: 1979 Dodge Lil’ Red Express
Dodge wasn’t making hemis in 1979 but the modified police-spec 360 cid V8 made the Dodge “Lil’ Red Express” one of the hottest vehicles going. Offered here on craigslist from Tampa, Florida, $2,500 takes it. I’m no truck expert,… more»
Brand New 1979 Ford F-250
This truck looks mint, and that’s because it is! This 1979 Ford F-250 was purchased brand new in Missouri in 1979, driven to Illinois, parked in a garage, and there it sat until recently with 188 original miles on… more»
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5,207 Miles from New: 1985 Renault Alliance
Barring the God-awful pictures, this Renault Alliance is claimed to be an extremely low-mileage survivor with a scant 5,207 miles on the clock. Supposedly used by the classic little ‘ol lady, the Alliance is in mostly sound condition aside… more»
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Junkyard Rescue: 1985 Chevy Corvette
C4 Corvettes are usually a good place to start for the novice project car owner, as parts are widely available and enthusiast support is strong. This 1985 Corvette is said to have a mere 30,000 miles on the clock… more»
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Survivor Oldsmobile: 1965 Oldsmobile Cutlass F85
Earlier this month, we featured another 1965 F85 for sale in California. That car is still for sale on eBay, and a reader mentioned that they found it on Craigslist for $5,300. That car is a project, and this… more»
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1959 Pontiac Bonneville Wide Track Storage Find
One of the neat things about unearthing a barn, shed or storage find is that first time the car comes into the light of day, or at least the first time for a while. It looks like we have… more»
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High Strung Family Mover: 1970 Chevrolet Brookwood
With a clean and sorted muscular look, not all is apparent with this Brookwood wagon. At one point or another this wagon has become someone’s restomod of sorts as there is boost on the ready under the hood. Very… more»
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Coolest Wagon Ever? 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
In the days when wagons were the ultimate family utility vehicle, every kid knew the “Vista Cruiser” was the coolest. This 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser seeks a new owner here on craigslist in San Francisco, California with an asking price of… more»
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Cheap Low Mile American: 1959 Rambler
With great styling, low miles and a cheap price, this ’59 American seems like a great opportunity. Having covered just “34,700” miles, this Rambler is virtually “new” and relatively solid after many years of rest. Needing to be revived,… more»
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Eye Candy: 1949 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
Can you imagine what it must have been like to go for years with no new cars? Then, after the war, new cars were still the old pre-war designs for a couple of years. Then, in 1948 all new designs… more»
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Big Block Powered 1965 Ford Galaxie 500
Having accumulated about 10,000 miles since a millennium-era restoration, this 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 awaits the top bid of its new owner. Eight suitors have thrown their hat in the ring on this full-size Ford here on eBay. The… more»
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Waiting 35 Years: 1956 Mercury Monterey
This Mercury is said to be a real one family-owned car that’s been stored since 1981. We see so many cars like this with nice 20 or 30-foot paint but we have to wonder how much Bondo and rust might… more»
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3 Cylinder Air-Cooled Diesel: 1950 Ford Hot Rod Truck
You could buy a dozen or more self-proclaimed “Rat Rods” on eBay any day of the week, but this one takes it up to that next level and firmly presses the “What-the-What!?” button. For example, is that a cross-cut… more»
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Classic Potential: 1990 Pontiac Bonneville SSE
Although these cars have been ignored for decades, GM’s H-body platform vehicles seem like solid candidates for mild price maturation in the coming years. Vehicles like this 1990 Pontiac Bonneville SSE and its top-trim stablemates from the LeSabre and… more»
