American Classic Cars

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Original 425: 1963 Buick Riviera

There are many ways that a vehicle manufacturer can drive up demand for a particular model. Special Edition packages, unique paint and trim combinations, and slick advertising are just a few. Another clever ploy is to proclaim loudly that… more»

Stored 40 Years: 1964 Chrysler Imperial Crown

Although they had the aura of other Chrysler products, the 1961-63 Imperials looked like nothing else on the market. That would change in 1964 when the all-new Imperials borrowed from the Lincoln playbook and went with the boxy, formal… more»

No Reserve: 1966 Pontiac GTO

For many enthusiasts, 1966 was a landmark year for the Pontiac GTO. It marked the moment when the company elected to make the GTO a standalone model rather than an option package on the Tempest. Those enthusiasts tend to… more»

340 4-Speed! 1972 Dodge Dart Swinger

I have been eyeballin’ fourth-generation Dodge Darts for a while now. The clean simplicity of their lines, especially the pre-Federal bumper versions made from ’67 to ’72 presented a perfect balance for a budget compact, an everyday family driver,… more»

Original Owner: 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS

A new car represents a significant investment, usually only rating second to the family home. Logic says that we should be wise with our money and follow a logical path before handing over our cash. However, many of us… more»

39k Miles! 1973 Ford Maverick

Five years to the day after the Mustang was introduced, Ford rolled out the Maverick as the replacement for the compact Falcon. It shared some of the Mustang’s styling cues, such as a long hood/short deck layout. And, for… more»

Parked in ’47!? 1934 Ford Tudor Sedan

Living in the shadow of the iconic ’34 Ford Coupe, sedans like this 1934 Ford Tudor Sedan in Hooper, Nebraska strike a sporty profile all their own. This gutted roller comes to market here on eBay, where at least… more»

1990 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z With 12,975 Genuine Miles!

By 1990 there were clear signs that manufacturers like Chevrolet had recaptured some of their lost youth and that their performance models were worthy of that tag. A case in point is this 1990 Camaro IROC-Z that appears to… more»

17K-Mile Survivor! 1967 Ford F-100

You read that right, this 1967 Ford F-100 pickup has a mere 17,000 miles on it, despite the missing paint and other nicks and dings. This one was used in a Utah fruit orchard so it didn’t see a… more»

Garage Find: 1981 Dodge Diplomat Salon Wagon

This is a car that I haven’t seen in years if not decades. There weren’t many of them made so maybe that’s why, or maybe it’s because it’s over four decades old now. This 1981 Dodge Diplomat Salon wagon… more»

Little Survivor: 1980 Dodge D-50 Sport

Captive imports were big sellers in the 1970s as American manufacturers scrambled to take on imports in certain genres, such as small, fuel-efficient cars and small trucks. This Mitsubishi-based 1980 Dodge D-50 Sport pickup can be found here on… more»

Flareside Rat Rod: 1963 Ford F100

Step-side trucks aren’t everyone’s taste. However, for those people looking for an ultra-short wheelbase, they can be a great option. For this generation of F100, the short wheelbase step-side (Flareside as Ford calls it) was produced at about 1/5th… more»

421 4-Speed? 1965 Pontiac 2+2 Droptop

From the days when performance was still available as a full-size thumper, we have this 1965 Pontiac 2+2 for your review. This example was originally equipped with an unusual powertrain but things have changed over the years. Parked in… more»

47k Mile, Original Paint 1955 Buick Special

Fans of the classic “Highway Patrol” 50’s TV show know that the show’s star, Chief Dan Matthews (played by the gruff, fast-talking, fedora-wearing Broderick Crawford), drove many cars in its five-year run. But his ’55 black and white Buick… more»

Not Started In Years: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado

I’m glad that this 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado doesn’t have faded and sunburnt paint so I don’t have to use the dreaded word patina here. As it is, though, I do have to use the word “iconic” when describing the… more»

Collection of Cars in Cheyenne, Wyoming

The downside of collecting cars is that once you pass away, it’s left to your loved ones to either maintain or dispose of what you’ve amassed. And more times than not, they don’t share your passion for this car… more»

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