One of the fascinating “what-ifs” of American automotive styling is what direction the all-new-for-1972 Torino would had taken if five-mile-per-hour bumper regulations not taken effect in 1973. With its bold grille and intricate front bumper, the ’72 model was… more»
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21K Original Miles: 1991 Pontiac Firebird Formula WS6
In all layers of the car hobby, there are subtle outliers of vehicles that represent excellent value but seemingly fly below the radar. They offer some combination of features or desirable mechanical components that aren’t immediately obvious when looking… more»
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Four-Eyed Fox: 1986 Ford Mustang GT
Voting preferences, religion, pineapple on pizza – the list of things we argue about as a culture is near endless (and growing by the day.) The four-eyed Mustang is an example of how in automotive enthusiast culture, we can… more»
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Rear-End Rusty: 1973 Mustang Mach 1
Your first decision as you approach the purchase of the 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1 seen here on ebay will be whether you want one of these last-of-a-generation models. The 1971-73 cars are just such a long way from… more»
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Bring Your Welder: 1966 Mustang 2+2
Everyone wants an early Mustang, and altogether too many people want a Mustang Fastback (2+2 in Ford-speak), which is what makes it even possible that the Mustang seen here on ebay should be garnering interest at more than six… more»
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Barn-Bound 10 Years: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
1977 was the fifth and last year of the “Colonnade” A-body cars at General Motors. A smaller, more fuel-efficient platform was due out in 1978, yet cars like the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme were still putting up big sales numbers…. more»
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Rough Around the Edges: 1970 Dodge Challenger
The Dodge Challenger was the last player to join the “pony car” movement that began in the mid-1960s. Launched in 1970, the Challenger shared its new E-body platform with the Plymouth Barracuda, and both cars are in demand today… more»
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Patina Hot Rod Project? 1973 Ford Maverick
Ford introduced the Maverick compact five years to the day after the Mustang pony car. Destined to replace the aging Falcon, the Maverick sold in big numbers, too, and also had a sporty flair. But it was purely an… more»
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Stored 35 Years: 1977 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT Survivor
Sales catalogs for their 1977 pickups advertised the Ranger XLT trim level as “Ford’s finest!” As modern pickups get more luxurious, more capable, and more expensive, it might seem quaint that in 1977, this line topper’s luxuries includes such… more»
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LPG Conversion: 1963 Mercury Monterey S-55
This 1963 Mercury Monterey S-55 is a tidy classic with only minor cosmetic needs. It features a 390ci V8 under the hood and the distinctive power “Breezeway” back window. The LPG conversion adds versatility, and I must say a… more»
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One Owner 1966 Ford Fairlane GTA Convertible
If a car with a known history is on your Shopping List, this 1966 Ford Fairlane GTA Convertible deserves a close look. It is a one-owner classic that underwent a frame-off restoration in the 1990s. It still presents exceptionally… more»
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Rare One-Ton: 1949 Diamond T 201
Charles Tilt, the son of a shoemaker, preferred motors to shoes. So after working for his father starting in 1896 for eight years, and managing a farm for another year, he began working for Charles Knight in 1904. Knight… more»
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Middle East Export: 30k Mile 1970 Shelby GT500
We see plenty of desirable classics at Barn Finds, and this 1970 Ford Shelby GT500 fits that mold. However, it also has an interesting backstory, having spent much of its life on foreign shores. It has returned home as… more»
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It’s A Hemi! 1955 Dodge Royal Two-Tone
Dodge and Plymouth set the muscle car market on fire in the 1960s with the 426 cubic-inch “Hemi” V8, producing 425 horses. But that wasn’t their first foray into hemispherical-chamber engines; that honor dated to the mid-1950s. The seller… more»
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37k Original Miles? 1963 Mercury Meteor
This 1963 Mercury Meteor makes a striking first impression. The paint combination is extremely attractive, and its initial appearance makes the seller’s claim that it has a genuine 37,000 miles on the clock seem plausible. The seller has been… more»
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Rare Shed Find: 1964 Ford Falcon Sprint
The Sprint edition of the Ford Falcon arrived in mid-1963, and some car people consider it to be the dry run for the Mustang, which would arrive the following year. Sprints were only offered with V8 engines and came… more»
