It is sometimes said that hope springs eternal, which may be the case with the seller and this 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. They believe that it could be revived in a weekend, and who am I to argue? It… more»
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8-Lug Barn Find: 1962 Pontiac Grand Prix
When Pontiac revealed its 1962 lineup, a new entry that combined high performance and luxury was a welcome newcomer on the roster: the Grand Prix. The car evolved from there and became a permanent fixture at Pontiac dealers almost… more»
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Cool Minivan! 1987 Plymouth Voyager
There’s something about vehicles that left the dealership with accessories ordered by the original order that still remain with the car decades later. To order off the buffet of options when already plunking down a significant sum of cash… more»
Military Project: 1954 Dodge Power Wagon
The Dodge Power Wagon was already one of America’s toughest civilian trucks, but this 1954 example has an even more interesting pedigree. Identified by the seller as a Canadian military CDN43, it retains the utilitarian bodywork and no-nonsense appearance… more»
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Potent 4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
If you are unable to tackle a project build, you will either abandon your ownership dreams or purchase a turnkey classic to fulfill your heart’s desire. If you are determined to park something special in your garage, this 1970… more»
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Ram Air/4-Speed: 1970 Pontiac GTO “The Judge”
Some automotive experiments are doomed to fail, while others become sales successes and legends. John DeLorean tasted both extremes. He created his own brand, and the car bearing his name sent the company broke. However, his vision for the… more»
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No Reserve: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
Custom builds come in all shapes and sizes, and I have to thank Barn Finder Curvette for spotting this 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. Its creator followed the faux-racer look, guaranteeing that it draws plenty of attention wherever it goes. Its… more»
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See The USA! 1970 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe
Introduced in 1968, the Custom Coupe was an Impala using the Caprice’s more formal roofline. It looked more expensive than the Sport Coupe, but they were equipped mostly the same. The seller has a like-new 1970 Custom Coupe that… more»
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One Year Only: 1963 Mercury Meteor Wagon
Ford and Mercury introduced mid-size cars in 1962, using names already in the FOMOCO family. Ford’s entry was the Fairlane, while Mercury’s was the Meteor. Mercury stayed in that game for only two years before dropping the Meteor. And… more»
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Original Owner! 1963 Chevrolet Corvette “Fuelie”
Fuelie. That single word is almost guaranteed to set the hearts of classic enthusiasts racing. It is the tag attached to some of Chevrolet’s most desirable Corvettes, and this 1963 Coupe is no exception. It is an extraordinary vehicle… more»
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Which Way Did They Go? 1996 Geo Metro
The Geo Metro was a subcompact built by Suzuki and sold in the U.S. through a partnership with General Motors. After the Geo nameplate folded, it was also marketed as a Chevrolet. I recall these as being solid little… more»
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Nicely Optioned: 1987 Chevrolet C10 Silverado
Manufacturers originally conceived Pickups as workhorses, with practicality and load-carrying capacity deemed more important than occupant comfort. As the breed has evolved, the focus has shifted to comfort as companies recognize the value of a work environment that is… more»
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Unfinished Business: 1961 Mercury Comet S-22
The original Comet hit the market in 1960 as a derivative of the Falcon compact. But it carried no Mercury badging until 1962, although sold by Mercury dealers for its first two years. Seems the Comet was intended to… more»
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Bigger Than Life: 1975 Chevrolet Caprice
How much of an impact did the 1973 OPEC oil embargo have on the sale of big cars in the mid-1970s? Well, in the case of the Chevrolet Caprice, sales dropped from 250,000 units to 150,000 in just two… more»
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1 of 1 One Owner: 1970 Ford Torino GT
The Ford Torino received a redesign in 1970, nearly replacing the Fairlane that had been the company’s mid-size offering since 1962. The GT was the sportier version, yet the slippery shape of the car didn’t catch on, and the… more»
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Olympic-Themed Survivor: 1972 Ford Maverick Sprint
From 1970 to 1977, the Ford Maverick was mostly just another econobox. When it was released in April 1969, Ford advertised that you could buy one for just $1,995. But special editions would be offered from time to time… more»
