Pontiac is often credited with starting the mid-size muscle car movement of the 1960s. However, by the early 1970s, the tides were changing. Rising insurance premiums paired with pending detuning for fewer emissions put a crimp on demand. Pontiac… more»
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Non-Running Project: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
The C3 (third generation) Corvette rolled around in 1968, patterned after the Mako Shark concept car. It was a popular move with sales increasing by an additional 10,000 units in its second year, 1969, though the car was mostly… more»
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Ready To Rumble? 1966 Ford Galaxie 500
I’ve been on a full-size Ford kick of late and the posts, such as this ’68 and this ’70 have generated some reader attention, so let’s keep it up. This time I’m offering up a ’66 Ford Galaxie 500… more»
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Saved From the Auction: 1988 Ford F-150 4×4
The seller claims this 1988 Ford F150 was sitting somewhere for years before it ended up at a local auction site where it no-saled. Given he ran the auction, he took it upon himself to grab the truck once… more»
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427 V8 Survivor: 1969 Chevrolet Caprice
Ford rattled Chevy’s cage in 1965 when they introduced the LTD, a Galaxie 500 with luxury trappings. The Bow-Tie Brigade quickly responded mid-year with a gussied-up Impala called the Caprice. It was so popular that GM quickly spun it… more»
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Estate Sale Find: 1950 Studebaker Land Cruiser
You know a 1950 Studebaker when you see one, that’s for sure! The bullet nose, wrap-around divided rear window, and the reverse-opening rear doors all conspired to create the non-GM/Ford/Chrysler market entry. And they found their niche with an… more»
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Everything Goes! Mark Smith Estate Auction
Come October 19-21, 2022 the Hill City of Lynchburg, Virginia hosts the Mark Smith Estate Auction, where myriad belongings of the late auto enthusiast go to the highest bidder. With all lots at No Reserve, you know someone will… more»
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Numbers-Matching 327! 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
The year was 1966, and after over a decade of research, the results were in. Automobiles were found to be the main culprit of California’s smog problem, and it was in ’66 that the Golden State established the first… more»
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Tesla Rival? 1980 Bradley GTE II Electric
I have a secret soft spot for Kit Cars and unusual cars which never really make it into popular culture. One such company was Bradley, which created cars for just 11 years, from 1979 to 1980. What is even… more»
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Ripe for Restoration: 1949 Ford F1 Pickup
Ford’s F-series entered production in 1948 and proved to be one of the most successful sets of vehicles ever made by any automaker. The F-series embodied Ford’s belief that a truck should be a truck (ie, built on a… more»
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1 of 5 Made: 1984 Chevy S10 Conversion Van
An overlooked arena of 1980s vehicles is the wild conversion van market. From plumber’s vans converted into mobile palaces to humble Toyota pickups transformed into mini motorhomes, this was a booming market for aftermarket companies just a few decades… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: 1979 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon
It is often said that the 1980s was the decade that taste forgot. When you consider the clothes, the huge hair, and the even “huger” shoulder pads, it’s easy to see why people feel that way. However, the late… more»
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Upgraded V8: 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
The 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra was a limited edition classic that shouted loudly that American manufacturers were back in the performance car race. It wasn’t the most potent car on the planet, but it came as a breath… more»
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Gold on Gold Mopar: 1968 Dodge Charger
When it was introduced in mid-1966, the Dodge Charger got off to a slow start. But when Chrysler redesigned all their mid-size cars in 1968, sales of the Charger took off – selling more than six times the number… more»
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Promo Car: 1964 Mercury Marauder 25th Anniversary
Most vehicle manufacturers will produce a special edition vehicle to celebrate a milestone anniversary, and Mercury was no different. They rolled out a 25th Anniversary Edition of the Marauder, but our feature car is a cut above the average…. more»
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No Reserve: 1966 Ford Mustang
Driver-grade First Generation Mustangs will always generate interest when they enter the market, but this 1966 model lifts that interest to a higher level. It ticks many right boxes because it is a rust-free classic with a healthy V8… more»
