Cool and tough isn’t how a person normally describes a 1971 Ford LTD, but there it is. I like luxury as much as the next person, but a two-door LTD with “racing wheels”, blackwall tires, and in cosmetic condition… more»
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Super Fly Tribute: 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
This 1970 Eldorado might not sport quite as much bling as the Cadillac driven by Youngblood Priest in the Super Fly movie, but it’s an honorable tribute, along with being an effort I’m guessing the late actor Ron O’Neal… more»
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Custom Van Culture Artifact: 1977 Dodge B100 Van
Of all the wonderfully glorious things that Americans love, perhaps no greater love exists than that of our passionate desire to drive rear-wheel drive vehicles with V-8 engines under the hood. When emissions and fuel economy standards struck a… more»
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Stored for 33 Years: 1948 Chevrolet Stylemaster Town Sedan
There will always be people who don’t feel quite at home in their time and place, and without them, there probably wouldn’t be a car hobby today. In my home state of Michigan, one of the most vivid examples… more»
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Custom Chameleon Paint: 1968 Chevrolet Impala SS
One dilemma often encountered during a custom restoration is choosing the proper color for the exterior, which can be tough to decide with so many excellent options available today. A broader idea is to use a color-changing finish, commonly… more»
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45K Original Miles: 1993 Cadillac Allante
One of the more encouraging signs of past ownership when it comes to purchasing a hobby vehicle is seeing ongoing dealer service in the log books. This is not because I’m some defender of dealerships, which are known to… more»
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Flawless Restoration: 1966 Ford Mustang
Using the word “flawless” when describing a classic that you are trying to sell is a high-risk strategy. However, it is one chosen by the current owner of this 1966 Ford Mustang. There is certainly little to criticize, and… more»
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Petty Blue! 1971 Plymouth Roadrunner
The performance car craze was in full swing by the mid 1960s, but as the genre advanced, the feature-content rose – and so did prices. Compounding the price problem, larger engines were ringing alarms at insurers, who began charging… more»
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Rare 1996 Pontiac Trans Am SLP Comp T/A
Almost every vehicle manufacturer produces Limited Edition vehicles to celebrate a badge milestone, but this 1996 Pontiac Trans Am is slightly different. The good folks at SLP waved their magic wand over this classic to commemorate the twenty-fifth birthday… more»
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Rust-Free 1964 Dodge Dart GT Convertible
Most nameplates have a hierarchy of desirability. I know from experience that the fiscal value of my ’74 Firebird is a fraction of what a ’73 is worth, and my ’65 Dart is worth far less than a ’68…. more»
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Matching Numbers Project: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda
At a glance, this could be one of those “wow” cars. But when you dive deeper into the collection of photos, you can see that this original 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda needs a restoration. Though nearly 50,000 Barracudas were produced… more»
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1 of 3,000: Rust-Free 1988 Ford Ranger GT
You’re right, that grille isn’t a factory Ford Ranger GT piece that would have been on this truck when it rolled off the assembly line. You’re also right that I’d be sourcing an original-style grille on day one after… more»
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SS 396 Clone: 1967 Chevrolet Malibu Convertible
We’re told this 1967 Chevelle convertible is an SS 396 clone and the VIN decodes it as a Malibu with a V8 engine. Whether a straight Malibu or an SS 396, it’s a rare car either way. Just 8.061… more»
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Four Wheel Drive Camper: 1978 Dodge TransVan
The 1970s were a time when vans became overwhelmingly popular. The supply of muscle cars dried up, and folks began looking for other vehicles to spend their time and money. While custom vans with wall-to-wall shag carpeting, airbrushed murals,… more»
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Mostly Original? 1966 Arctic Cat 140D
It’s hard to believe how quickly snowmobiles developed during the mid-1950s and 1960s, and a lot of this development was due to Mr. Edgar Hetten of Thief River Falls, Minnesota. Polaris was first for Mr. Hetten but then came… more»
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Numbers-Matching: 1970 Plymouth Duster 340
We have recently been inundated with some excellent project candidates at Barn Finds, and if your leanings are towards Mopar muscle, this 1970 Plymouth Duster 340 deserves a close look. It ticks many of the boxes that enthusiasts consider… more»
