Sometimes, it’s more fulfilling and gratifying to envision a car in the past tense, rather than how it is now. This 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass here on Craigslist is a good case in point, as it would have been both… more»
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Practical Collector Car? 1984 Chevrolet El Camino
It’s a good day when a car for sale sends me to the books to get the scoop on option availability, because then I get to learn something new and (if I’m lucky) a little obscure. In the case… more»
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Worth Importing? 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
The Corvette ZR-1 is a vehicle you can find with relative ease in the United States. However, there’s a case to be made for importing this example from Vancouver, BC if you happen to live in the upper reaches… more»
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Z28-Injected Restomod: 1971 Pontiac Firebird
Some of you will look at this 1971 Pontiac Firebird and question why I referenced the Camaro Z28 in the title. That’s pretty simple, because beneath the skin, this Pontiac is pure 2000 Camaro Z28. The seller extended the… more»
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440 Six-Pack: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T
A desirable paint shade? Check. Excellent presentation? Check. No rust? Check. A 440 Six-Pack under the hood? Check. This 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T has enough positive attributes to appeal to most Mopar enthusiasts. Actually, we can scrub the “Mopar”… more»
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400/4-Speed: 1970 Pontiac GTO
We see a fair selection of Pontiac GTOs at Barn Finds, but this 1970 example caught my eye. It isn’t merely the drivetrain configuration and factory options that appeal, but the paint shade, which helps it to stand out… more»
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Stored 27 Years: 1951 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop
GM introduced its pillarless hardtop coupe on the Buick Riviera in mid-1949. In the next model year, the sleek-looking roofline was offered on Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile models. I read that the stylists at GM wanted to capture the… more»
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Rare Midas Edition: 1979 International Scout
Combining a bit of Greek and/or Roman mythology, along with some Mike and Franky (American Pickers) lingo, the “Rusty Gold” name seemed to fit with this 1979 International Scout II Midas Edition. You’ll need to bring your A-game here… more»
Long-Term Storage Project: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
First-generation Ford Thunderbirds remain one of the most recognizable American classics of the 1950s, combining sporty styling with V8 power and open-air appeal. This 1956 Ford Thunderbird, now listed as a Barn Finds Exclusive in El Paso, Texas, represents… more»
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One Owner: 1981 Pontiac Trans Am
With the long production run and popularity of the second-generation Pontiac Trans Am, there’s certainly no shortage of choices for potential buyers in the marketplace at any given time. However, finding one that’s still with its original owner and… more»
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Rally Sport, Too! 1970 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396
Chevrolet treated the Camaro to its first redesign in 1970, and came up with styling that would last for 12 years. The car made it to the scene a bit late (February 1970 rather than September 1969), yet still… more»
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45k Original Miles: 1972 Dodge Charger SE Brougham
As the automotive industry closed the book on the muscle car era, Dodge chose to focus on luxury with its iconic Charger. The result was vehicles like this 1972 Charger SE Brougham, a genuine survivor with 45,000 miles on… more»
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39k Original Miles: 1970 Ford Maverick
This 1970 Ford Maverick caught my eye for several reasons. It is a one-owner vehicle with 39,000 original miles on the clock. It presents exceptionally well for a vehicle of this type and age, but it was the plans… more»
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Stored Forty Years: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe deVille
Is any other car a better representative of 1950s America than the 1959 Cadillac? It was born in the crucible formed by Harley Earl’s retirement and Bill Mitchell’s ascendency. Its fins were the tallest ever to grace a rear… more»
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Fuelie Project: 1970 Pontiac GTO
Some classic listings force us to make assumptions, something many serious buyers try to avoid. Such is the case with this 1970 Pontiac GTO. It appears to be a promising project candidate featuring a fuel-injection upgrade to its 400ci… more»
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V8/4-Speed: 1969 International Scout 800A
Some sellers are masters of understatement, as demonstrated by the listing for this 1969 International Scout 800A. They describe the exterior as needing help, but that is just the beginning. The interior is shredded, and it doesn’t run… more»
