About ten years ago, my dad was driving around in Perkasie, PA, when he spotted a 1960s convertible for sale. When he stopped to look at the car, he discovered it was a 1967 Oldsmobile Delmont 88 convertible for… more»
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New England Barn Find: 1937 Ford Coupe Deluxe
For fans of barn finds and cars with original patina, this is an amazing car. Straight trim, no major dents and originality for miles highlight this 1937 Ford Coupe. It’s for sale here on Craigslist in Bristol, Connecticut with an… more»
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8k Mile 1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula Update
What possesses a person to drive a car or truck very little? Is it the fear of wrecking the car? Or the fear of the car depreciating in value? Was there some sort of event that influenced the vehicle’s low… more»
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High-Style Handler: 1977 Oldsmobile 442
As the 1970s came to a close, the focus for American shifted from muscle to luxury. The few muscle cars that remained relied more on appearance and handling, rather than horsepower, which was a huge point of emphasis only… more»
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Lightning Rods: 1983 Hurst/Olds 15th Anniversary
I’ve always thought that GM’s G-bodies from the late 1970s and 1980s were cool, especially in coupe form. When you throw in a couple of special features and some muscle car magic, these cars become more appealing. Though this Hurst/Olds… more»
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Killer Doors: 1947 Plymouth Special Deluxe
Sometimes you see a car listed on craigslist that looks so nice, that whatever it is, you know you have a closer look. It might be cool to own a car with suicide doors. You know it won’t be nearly… more»
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But It’s A Fastback: 1970 Mustang Mach 1
Styling, more than any other feature, sells cars. There have been many examples of a manufacturer trying to sell a car that is reliable, easy to drive, and comfortable, but nobody wants the vehicle because it’s as ugly as… more»
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Mystery Engine: 1974 Chevrolet Vega GT Barn Find
Reader Rocco B. sent us this 1974 Vega, and while the engine in this car is not exactly a mystery, it is a mystery to the person selling the car. To quote, “I never opened the hood so… more»
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Big Block 4 Speed: 1966 Impala SS 396 Convertible
Can’t afford that big-block first-generation Camaro you wanted? That Chevelle SS 396 out of your budget? Is a two-seater big block Corvette too expensive and too impractical? Want your hair blowing in the wind as you lower your convertible… more»
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City Dweller: 1960 Cadillac Sedan de Ville
You might not think of cities as barn find hotbeds, but while they tend to be low on literal barns, they do usually have lots of hidey-holes in which to tuck cars away. Among California cities, Los Angeles may… more»
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1964 Ford Thunderbird Barn Find!
Said to be a true barn find, this appears to be a half-done project to me. This 1964 Ford Thunderbird is for sale here on craigslist in Spring, Texas for the asking price of $9,500. The seller states they have spent over… more»
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Playboy Pink! 1969 American Motors AMX 390 Color Code 00
Is pink your color? This car comes with an interesting back-story involving its color and Playboy magazine. Even if you’re not a fan of pink, this 1969 American Motors Corporation AMX for sale here on eBay has much to offer… more»
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4-Speed Dual Quad: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500
The Beach Boys immortalized the phrase “Four speed, dual quad” in their 1962 hit song “409,” which lauded Chevrolet’s NASCAR motor of the day. Ford answered with this 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 (R code) 427 Dual Quad, 4 Speed,… more»
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One-Owner Drop Top: 1973 Buick Centurion
What a rear! It’s no secret that I love big American cars, but I’ll show my incompetence in the GM department by saying I did not previously know about Centurions! They were the Wildcat’s direct replacement, and at first… more»
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Period-Correct Hot Rod: 1954 Corvette
It’s hard to believe that at one time Chevrolet considered discontinuing the Corvette, especially since it has been dubbed “America’s Sports Car” by many enthusiasts, but in 1954 things were looking bleak for Chevrolet’s fiberglass two-seater. Sales had not… more»
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Crazy ‘Bout A Merc: 1947 Mercury Pickup
Some collectors, especially those who love fifties era collector cars, like to embellish their cars with accessories that were popular in that particular period. Anyone who has ever seen a J.C. Whitney catalog can tell you that there are… more»
