Originality can be crucial to the potential value of some classics, especially if a new owner views its long-term investment potential. This 1972 Corvette Convertible ticks the right boxes in most areas, although there have been mechanical changes that… more»
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Triple-Black 1-Of-1! 1976 Ford Elite 460
Something I regularly meet with skepticism is when a seller claims their car is a 1-Of-1 example, as it’s often simply not the case or sometimes difficult to verify. But the seller of this 1976 Ford Elite here on… more»
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Fresh 390: 1970 Ford F250 4×4 Highboy
This 1970 Ford F250 Explorer Highboy has undergone many changes during its life. However, it is a solid and mechanically healthy classic that should be comfortable in muddy territory or cruising on the open road. It presents well for… more»
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North Carolina Barn Find: 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
Sitting in this shed is a classic that has led a sheltered life. This 1961 Corvette had spent its downtime in this spot since 1970. It hibernated for a large part of that time but has been liberated and… more»
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W30-Equipped 4-Speed! 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442
Emissions regulations and rising insurance costs were taking their toll in the muscle-car era by 1972, and the Oldsmobile 4-4-2 was no exception. By ’72, the 442 had reverted back to being just an options package on the Cutlass… more»
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15k Miles? 1971 Buick Electra 225
Long before the word downsizing entered the vocabularies of Buick’s design team, in 1971 the Electra 225 got a total revamp and actually picked up a couple of inches over the previous model plus gained over 300 pounds, and… more»
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Warm 340/4-Speed: 1966 Plymouth Barracuda
This 1966 Plymouth Barracuda is a tidy classic possessing a touch of menace. However, we need to look below the surface to discover that the seller has performed a range of upgrades that increase the power and transform it… more»
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No Reserve: 1979 Cadillac Seville
Cadillac spent decades unconcerned about the impact of premium imports. Still, it became apparent during the 1970s that manufacturers like BMW and Mercedes-Benz had moved the bar for mid-sized luxury cars. With other manufacturers following a similar path in… more»
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Blended Models: 1973 Pontiac Grand Am
The Grand Am debuted in 1973 as Pontiac’s response to the growth in popularity of European cruising sedans. As Pontiac’s goal was to introduce both luxury and performance in a single package, the car got its name by borrowing… more»
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350-Equipped: 1956 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
Classic Pickups are prime candidates for custom builds. The chassis engineering and a generally cavernous engine bay allow an owner to slot something large and powerful under the hood without compromising structural integrity. A previous owner commenced turning this… more»
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Unfinished Project: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
I’ve often considered Chrysler the king of the muscle car era because it offered something across its various marques to cater to every budget. The Plymouth Road Runner was ideal for the less affluent, and this 1969 model looks… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: 1969 Cadillac Eldorado With 47k Original Miles
One of the attractions of buying a classic with a known ownership history is that many of the seller’s claims about the vehicle are generally verifiable. That ability is heightened if it is a one-owner survivor, which is true… more»
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Luxurious Shorty! 1979 Cadillac Seville Opera Coupe
Like other automakers of the mid-1970s, Cadillac felt the pressure to offer smaller, more fuel-efficient products. Enter the luxurious Seville in 1976, just as fancy as the Sedan de Ville but with smaller external proportions. The Seville was chosen… more»
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Cool Cruising Convertible: 1965 Dodge Coronet
Here’s one you won’t encounter every day, a 1965 Dodge Coronet 440 convertible. A hardtop or sedan? Sure! But a convertible? Not so much so. This example is said to be an “older restoration” but it certainly shows well… more»
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Eye-Catching Driver: 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster
Shiny new cars will generally attract some attention, but they will inevitably fade into the background if parked next to a shiny older car. That would be the case with this 1948 Chevrolet Fleetmaster because it is undoubtedly eye-catching…. more»
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27k Mile Luxury Survivor? 1974 Ford Mustang II
After reaching its peak in 1966, the Ford Mustang saw sales decline one year after the next. At first, this was due to the arrival of a lot of new competition, including the Chevy Camaro and Pontiac Firebird. But… more»
