In 1957, Ford created a new product category, “the gentleman’s pickup”. The new Ranchero was based on a full-size Fairlane 2-door station wagon. Chevrolet would emulate the Ranchero in 1959 when they introduced their designed line of automobiles, and… more»
American Classic Cars
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How Important Is Rarity? One-of-54 1968 Mercury Cougar 500’s
A bit cheeky, it seems to me, to start this 1968 Mercury Cougar, available here on eBay, at 10 thousand bucks. After all, by the seller’s own admission, it’s been hiding out in a barn in Willimantic, Connecticut, since… more»
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It’s Golden! 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 LTD
The seller calls this beautiful 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 LTD the nicest they have seen in 50 years, and I’m inclined to agree after looking the pictures over. It’s listed for sale here on eBay where early bidding has… more»
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15K Miles! 1988 Winnebago Elandan 37RQ
I had to sell a beloved mid-1960s car a couple of years ago because it was almost twenty feet long and I had to rent a storage space to park it inside because our garage at the time wasn’t… more»
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18k Mile Survivor: 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
The New Yorker was one of Chrysler’s longest-running nameplates (1940-96) and was the finest automobile they built except for the Imperial. If you wanted luxury and performance but didn’t quite have the resources for the latter, this is the… more»
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Grandpa’s 4X4: 1987 Jeep Wrangler
This original-appearing, almost-survivor 1987 Jeep Wrangler was only pulled from storage last week in Fremont, California, but the seller tells us it fired right up on new gasoline! It’s listed for sale here on craigslist with an asking price… more»
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Drop-Top Beauty: 1965 Chevrolet Malibu SS
After a successful launch in 1964, the new mid-size Chevy Chevelle received only light styling changes going into its sophomore year. As was the case with the senior car, the Impala, the Chevelle Malibu could be ordered as a… more»
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Tidy Off-Roader: 1972 Ford Bronco
While it is often easy to determine whether a vehicle is destined to be a future classic, there are times when a crystal ball is needed. Take the First Generation Bronco as an example. It was a competent off-roader… more»
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Time Capsule: 1987 Buick Grand National
The second generation of the Buick Regal ran from 1978-87, but the company found the most success with the restyled models from 1981 to 1987 (the last of the rear-wheel cars). Backed by Buick’s involvement in NASCAR, the Grand… more»
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Innovative Design: 1974 Pontiac Grand Safari Station Wagon
Some automotive innovations create a wave within the industry and show incredible longevity. Others blaze brightly and briefly across the sky before disappearing into the pages of history. This 1974 Pontiac Grand Safari features an innovation that falls into… more»
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53K-Mile 1991 Cadillac Brougham d’Elegance
Something that most of us don’t think about is where names come from, in general, let alone when they’re vehicle-related. I’m thinking of the word, Brougham. How many of you knew that was actually a gentleman’s name? This 1991 Cadillac… more»
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Interior Needed! 1960 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
The Series 62 was positioned just below the DeVilles throughout the 1950s and 1960s, but anything named Cadillac was still a big, luxurious car. Also called the Series Sixty-Two, the line would be renamed the Calais in 1965. This… more»
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Parked For 20 Years: 1967 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S
Many people don’t realize it, but the Plymouth Barracuda is the world’s first pony car. While Ford’s Mustang garnered all the attention when the company pulled back the covers, the Barracuda appeared in showrooms two weeks before the ‘Stang…. more»
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Former Show Car: 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
The 1964 model year brought a wave of intermediate or mid-size cars to General Motors. In Chevrolet’s case, it was the Chevelle, which was similar in size to the 1957 Chevy. The full-size models had gotten bigger over time,… more»
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Quarter Mile Mauler: 1962 Ford 427 Galaxie
Vroom, Vroom! Are you sorry that you never got to be a drag strip terror like Dick Brannan or Phil Bonner? Well, here’s your chance with this 1962 Ford Galaxie boxtop that’s done up like an early ’60s Super… more»
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427/4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The seller purchased this 1963 Corvette Convertible nearly two decades ago. They set out to create the car of their dreams but have decided to let a new owner complete the few remaining details. Their decision to slot a… more»
