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455 Powered: 1977 Oldsmobile 442

It is fair to say that by the mid-1970s, vehicles wearing badges previously reserved for iconic muscle cars were anything but muscular. Take this 1977 Oldsmobile 442 as a prime example. Its engine bay once housed a 350ci V8… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Pontiac GTO

Some classics tick so many of the right boxes that they prove irresistible to potential buyers. Take this 1969 Pontiac GTO as a prime example. It presents exceptionally well as a high-end driver. It appears to be rock-solid, and… more»

Not Driven in 25 Years: 1970 Chevrolet Camaro

The second generation of the popular Chevrolet Camaro arrived in early 1970 – several months late due to problems getting the new design ready for production. As a result, sales were off by nearly half from the 1969 model… more»

Oven-Baked Project: 1971 Chrysler 300

Though the Pontiac GTO usually gets credit for starting the muscle car movement, it started nearly a decade earlier. That’s when Chrysler introduced the Letter Series – largely New Yorkers that had been souped up. To capitalize on the… more»

Real Fine 409: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS

Last week, my wife and I were admiring some cars at a nearby car cruise, and I stopped to ogle a shiny black ‘63 Impala SS hardtop. While most Impalas have their fans, there’s something about the ‘63 that… more»

S-Code Project: 1967 Mustang Fastback

S-Code, Mustang, Fastback. To some classic car enthusiasts, these words create a faster pulse and a quick check of the bank account. If you are one of these folks, you will appreciate this 1967 Mustang S-Code project for sale… more»

Amazing Wagon: 1958 Buick Riviera Estate

Cruise to your favorite sock hop or drive-in in this big, beautiful 1958 Buick Riviera Wagon! Located in Lagrange, Ohio, this wagon is available for a buy-it-now price of $38,500. This car is a driver and is ready for… more»

BF Auction: 1977 Jeep Wagoneer

The term “Jeep Country” was advertised heavily in the era of this 1977 Jeep Wagoneer. It was meant to evoke the dream and lifestyle of owning a 4×4 vehicle that could go almost anywhere, from the beach, back in… more»

Original Paint: 1970 Dodge Charger

It seems like lots of B-Bodies in the marketplace are either in destitute condition, with just about everything needing attention to get them back on the pavement, or they’re so pristine it’s an almost scary proposition to even consider… more»

Original Paint: 1988 Chevrolet Suburban

The Suburban badge has been an integral part of the Chevrolet range since the 1935 model year, first seeing civilian service on that year’s Carryall. Our feature Suburban rolled off the line in 1988 and is a survivor with… more»

That Thing Got A Hemi? 1966 Dodge Charger

The second I spied this 1966 Dodge Charger, I thought to myself, “Looks like L.A.” and sure enough it is. I’ve spent a bit of time, over the last ten years, in southern California and there are lots of… more»

One Family Owned: 1968 Ford Shelby Cobra GT500

Most enthusiasts view a long-term ownership history favorably when searching for a classic to park in their garage. Any car that has survived for decades under the care of one person has typically been treated respectfully. Such is the… more»

High-Compression 390! 1969 Ford Torino Squire

Ford added the name “Torino” to its Fairlane intermediate starting in model year 1968. You could still get a Fairlane wagon in ’69, but this 1969 Ford Torino Squire occupied the top trim level with its wood-grain sides and… more»

383 V8 Transplant: 1968 Dodge Dart GT

Dodge redesigned its compact Dart in 1967 (as did Plymouth with its Valiant). The cars would go on to have a successful 10-year run before being retired in favor of the ill-fated Aspen and Volare. The GT was introduced… more»

Ahead Of Its Time: 1935 Chrysler Airflow

The Airflow was one of the first automobiles designed with aerodynamics in mind. It was marketed from 1934 to 1937 with either Chrysler or DeSoto branding. Because its appearance was a departure from the boxy styling of its competitors,… more»

One-Family-Owned Survivor: 1982 Dodge Mirada CMX

Before looking it up just now, I did not know that the word “mirada” is Spanish for “look.” I’m sure there are nuances to how the word is used in conversation, but in essence this is a Dodge Look,… more»

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