For a classic car to provide the best return as a long-term investment, it typically has to be an exceptionally well-preserved survivor or meticulously restored, utilizing as many original or genuine components as possible. That poses the question: How… more»
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1985 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Station Wagon
Ford offered its two full-sized LTD-based station wagons in two flavors, a full-tilt LTD Country Squire wagon with woodgrain panels on the exterior, and a clean version known as the LTD Crown Victoria Wagon. That’s what’s on tap here,… more»
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383/4-Speed! 1966 Dodge Coronet 500
Before the days of the Dodge Super Bee, and its cousin, the Plymouth Road Runner, Mopar offered similar performance options, as found in those two models, in such cars as today’s Mascot, Tennessee-domiciled 1966 Dodge Coronet 500. This one… more»
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10,220 Miles! 1969 American Motors Rambler 440
Most of us know the Rambler American, a car that came in three generations with three distinctive designs. The last generation was a sleek car, at least when compared to the first two somewhat stodgy designs, and it had… more»
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Rumble Seat! 1939 Ford De Luxe Convertible
Ford’s De Luxe series arrived in 1938, expanding the selection of vehicles to suit buyers’ economic circumstances. Where once Henry offered mechanically identical Model As clothed in a multitude of body styles, now differentiation occurred under the skin too…. more»
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430 Equipped: 1967 Mercury Cougar GT
The 1960s was undoubtedly the era of the horsepower wars as manufacturers sought to extract performance improvements by shoehorning larger and more potent engines under the hoods of their offerings. Mercury followed the practice by bolting a 390ci V8… more»
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15K Miles! 1958 Chrysler New Yorker
It’s whammer-jammer time! Today’s review of a significantly outsized car covers this bodaciously beautiful 1958 Chrysler New Yorker. There’s no shortage of chrome or stainless trim but there is a deficit of mileage – and that’s a good thing. … more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Tribute
With the value of genuine examples of classic muscle cars climbing beyond the reach of mere mortals, many enthusiasts are turning to tributes as a viable alternative. This is understandable because a well-executed vehicle offers a similar ownership experience… more»
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Recently Restored: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
The line between a restoration and a refurbishment can often be blurred. I have always considered the term “restoration” only applicable to classics returned painstakingly to their original form, while refurbished covers every other eventuality. Some enthusiasts don’t agree… more»
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400-Powered 1978 Pontiac Grand Am
The sporty Grand Am was an on-again, off-again model at Pontiac during the seventies and early eighties, seeing only moderate sales numbers for the period, but later went on to achieve a successful spot in Pontiac’s lineup beginning in… more»
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Solid Project: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Some classics are designed to provide outright performance, while others offer unparalleled luxury. This 1972 Corvette delivers the best of both worlds. It is not the most potent example available during that model year, but the drivetrain and desirable… more»
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Original 4-Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro
The seventies were a difficult time for domestic automobile manufacturers. These once giants of industry were constantly hit with challenges such as multiple fuel crises, government regulations, and tough financial times. Many times they zigged when they should have… more»
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Aluminum 427: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
No signs of barn dust sully this immaculately restored 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, but the animal under the hood contains more than 400 horses. With dealers like Canonsburg, Pennsylvania’s Yenko Chevrolet ordering up COPO (Central Office Production Order) Camaros with… more»
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Dry Climate Find: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
When I recently compiled a list of cars from each decade of the 20th Century that I would gladly park in my garage, the 1970s contribution was a 1978 Pontiac Trans Am in Martinique Blue. I have always liked… more»
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No Reserve: 1968 Ford Mustang
Finding a classic that isn’t totally original but is a rock-solid driver can be attractive to many. When a seller lists such a car with No Reserve, it might suddenly become irresistible. Such is the story of this 1968… more»
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1-of-1? 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible
This 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible is a mystery machine. The company only produced 1,857 drop-top variants in that model year, making it a relatively rare beast. However, there could be more to this classic than meets the eye. It… more»
