Every now and then a car comes along that seems so reasonably priced I’ll wonder if it will last through my opportunity to share the details, and this 1973 Dodge Challenger here on Craigslist appears to be one such… more»
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Spirit of America: 1974 Chevrolet Nova
In the early-to-mid-1970s everyone was gearing up to celebrate the U. S. Bicentennial coming in 1976. This included Chevrolet, who cooked up the Nova Spirit of America special edition in 1974. Production numbers were neither large nor small at… more»
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Perfectly Preserved: 1971 Ford Ranchero
It is the eternal question that divides opinion; If you have a classic like this 1971 Ford Ranchero, should it be preserved or restored? The seller has selected the preservation pathway, treating its bare metal and surface corrosion to… more»
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Under $10k! 1973 Dodge Challenger Rallye 340
There’s something about seeing a classic like this 1973 Dodge Challenger Rallye in such a dilapidated state that it makes my heart ache. These are stunning-looking cars, but this one has fallen upon hard times. The price looks tempting,… more»
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Stored Since 1977: 1965 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
This 1965 Ford Mustang GT Convertible proves there are still desirable classics hidden in garages and barns just waiting for an enthusiast capable of returning them to their former glory. This gem has sat since 1977, but it is… more»
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44K-Mile Survivor: 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera
With just 44,000 miles and almost loaded to the gills, not to mention being a one-owner car, this 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera S with the FE-3 suspension package looks like a very nice example of a car that was… more»
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Maverick Clone: 1973 Mercury Comet GT
Ford introduced the Maverick compact in 1969 and it was nearly as successful as the Mustang five years prior. Mercury had a void in its product offering, so in 1971 a rebadged version of the Maverick debuted as the… more»
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383/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
If it weren’t for the rear spoiler and a couple of small “350” badges, there would be little to indicate the potential hidden below this 1969 Camaro’s skin. It is a solid and tidy driver, but its drivetrain specifications… more»
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Upgraded Small-Block V8: 1971 Plymouth Scamp
Chrysler introduced two “new” editions of their compact cars in 1971, although they really weren’t new. In response to the successful Plymouth Duster fastback in 1970, Dodge got their version the next year called the Demon. At the same… more»
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Everything Included: 1979 Chevrolet Dually Dual Cab
Sometimes, wretched excess is just what you need. In the seventies and eighties, Chevrolet truck buyers could purchase a four-door, long-bed, dual-wheel truck with either a large gasoline or diesel engine in any trim level they liked. Whether the… more»
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Super Long Super Cab: 1978 Ford F-250
When it comes to trucks, the Ford F-Series has a very well-earned reputation for reliability and durability. That durability was never more evident than in the heavy-duty versions of the company’s sixth generation of trucks. If you have a… more»
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Affordable Alternative? 1963 V8 Ford Falcon Futura
As I’m sure most of you have noticed, the prices for various collectible cars have gotten stratospheric. There are those that claim that the apex has been hit and values are, or will, start trending downward, especially as “collectors”… more»
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Too Much Patina? 1948 Indian Chief
The overwhelming urge to restore every old vehicle has waned in the past few decades. In previous years, full restorations were common. It is now socially acceptable to keep an artifact in its original condition as long as it… more»
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Parked 16 Years: 1969 AMC Ambassador SST 390
Every time I see a photo like this, I wonder how many nice old vehicles are still hidden away, there must be thousands of them just waiting for someone to come along and make them an offer they can’t… more»
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Sleeps Six! 1977 KIT Camper
Forget about the pickup truck, it’s just the 1977 KIT slide-in camper that’s for sale. And boy-oh-boy does it look like the ’70s. It’s a throwback or a trip down memory lane, or whatever your recollection from long ago… more»
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Luxurious 4X4! 1978 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT Lariat 460
If you’ve been thinking luxurious pickups are a fairly recent phenomenon, you may be surprised to find out just how far back the concept goes. Not that there wasn’t any such thing before 1978, but this was the year… more»
