American Classic Cars

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Stored for 30 Years: 1956 Continental Mark II

Henry Ford II was renowned for making bold choices, and these often set him on a collision course with others. However, none produced a more profound impact on his family than his decision to merge the company’s Continental Division… more»

Californian Barn Find: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette

Every motoring enthusiast dreams of opening the doors of a garage or barn to discover a desirable classic lurking in the gloom. It seems someone struck gold when they unearthed this 1966 Chevrolet Corvette. It hasn’t seen the light… more»

73k Original Miles: 1957 DeSoto Firedome Sedan

Chrysler may never have climbed the dizzying heights to become America’s Number One vehicle manufacturer, but its contribution can’t be understated. The 1980s K-Car range changed the automotive landscape, pushing platform sharing and badge engineering to a new level…. more»

Fresh 383/4-Speed: 1968 Dodge Charger

The 1960s was a golden era in American automotive history. Manufacturers competed fiercely in the high-performance market, producing cars that remain iconic. The Dodge Charger was one such vehicle, and this 1968 example is a gem. It recently underwent… more»

1 of 280! 1967 Pontiac 428 2+2 Convertible

Pontiac’s GTO gets the tiger’s share of attention when it comes to ’60s performance, but shoppers with fat wallets in 1967 ignored the mid-sized GTO to go upmarket, delighting the dealer with a quest for full-sized style and flair…. more»

2,258 Miles? 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis GS

We’ve heard for decades that the average person drives around 12,000 miles a year, give or take. It’s supposedly up to about 13,500 miles a year now, on average. No wonder the roads seem so crowded. Some of us… more»

Reconditioned Wagon: 1963 Ford Falcon

The Ford Falcon was one of the most successful compact cars of the 1960s. And its platform spawned the likes of the Mustang and Maverick, so Ford surely got their money’s worth. Introduced in 1960, the Falcon got a… more»

Same Family 40 Years: 1968 Chevrolet Impala Coupe

The Custom Coupe was added to the Impala lineup in 1968. That gave buyers more than one choice of 2-door hardtop, a sleek fastback, and a formal hardtop. The Custom Coupe was essentially a Caprice with Impala trim, so… more»

Rare 4-Cylinder Muscle: 1985.5 Ford Mustang SVO

A four-cylinder Mustang wouldn’t normally be something you would think of as a collectible, but every rule has an exception, and this one comes with the letters “SVO” attached. “Special Vehicle Operations” is what that spells out to, and… more»

One Of A Kind: 1937 Ford Custom Roadster Special

Take a little bit of each of your favorite sports cars from the ’50s and ’60s, add a pinch of Ford, and you might end up with something like this 1937 Ford. The story goes that the creator of… more»

59K Miles: 1992 Jeep Comanche 5-Speed

Ahhhh, a small pickup! I like pickups of all sizes, but there’s something refreshing about small trucks for me. I’ve mentioned that too many times in the past, sorry. They’re starting to reappear but take some heat for being… more»

Rare 426 Wedge Wagon! 1964 Dodge 440

In 1964, the 440 was the mid-range “full-size” Dodge positioned between the 330 and Polara (sort of like the Bel Air between the Biscayne and Impala at Chevrolet). The seller’s sharp-looking example is a station wagon that comes off… more»

Stunning Transformation: 1967 Chevrolet Bel Air

It is sometimes difficult to visualize the transformation that is possible if a classic is treated with a healthy dose of TLC. However, this 1967 Chevrolet Bel Air proves what is possible, because it has gone from tired and… more»

1995 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 With 2,734 Original Miles!

Early C3 Corvettes equipped with a big-block under the hood are legends. They combine an iconic body with performance that is beyond impressive. Chevrolet’s C4 Corvette enjoyed a lukewarm reception from many motoring journalists because while it retained some… more»

None Finer: 1986 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Wagon

Claiming that any classic is the finest in existence is a bold strategy, but that is what the owner of this 1986 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Station Wagon suggests. There is no question that it presents beautifully, and it… more»

Two Owners, 454 Engine, and 62K Miles: 1986 GMC Suburban

“There is no substitute for cubic inches” was a phrase that my grandfather often repeated when it came to trucks in general and tow vehicles in particular.  He was correct for the time.  In the seventies and early eighties,… more»

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