Yes, I used the word elegant in relation to a Ford Granada. Sure, a Mercury Monarch could be considered more elegant and a Lincoln Versailles, even more. A Mercedes-Benz, which was the basis for a few advertisements, even more… more»
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Ready To Roll: 1939 Chevrolet Master ½-Ton Pickup
Regular readers will look at this 1939 Chevrolet Master ½-Ton Pickup and recognize why I find it so appealing. The seller has returned this classic to a roadworthy state and only made changes to ensure that it is safe… more»
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Restore or Rod? 1931 Ford Model A
Sitting in this garage is a 1931 Ford Model A that offers its next owner a world of possibilities. It is a complete and original classic that recently emerged from a barn after three decades in isolation. It would… more»
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One Family Roller: 1976 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Personal luxury cars were hot property in the late 1960s and Chevrolet got into the mix in 1970 with its Monte Carlo. Part Chevelle and part Pontiac Grand Prix initially, the car would have a long run at GM,… more»
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Upgraded 350: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Many enthusiasts will argue that the 1972 model year marked the end of an era for Chevrolet’s iconic Corvette. Not only was it the final year that the company offered the car with chrome bumpers at either end, but… more»
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One Owner Gran Sport: 1969 Buick GS 350
From 1965-on, the Gran Sport name would come to mean high-performance cars at Buick. These autos would be the most lavishly equipped muscle cars under the General Motors umbrellas as Cadillac did not participate in that arena. This 1969… more»
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Tidy and Practical: 1967 Jeep CJ-5
Top-end 4x4s offer a luxurious option if you start hearing the call of the wild. They are a great way of accessing isolated areas in comfort and style. However, they do come with a few drawbacks. Plush cloth upholstery… more»
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4X4 Survivor: 1987 AMC Eagle
Always operating in the shadows of the Big 3 U.S. automakers, American Motors was willing to try things new and different. Case-in-point is the AMC Eagle, which was a four-wheel-drive vehicle built by the company from 1980 to 88… more»
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Affordable Gullwing: 1978 Bradley GT II
“A perfect marriage. The inner beauty of a Volkswagen. And the outer beauty of a Bradley. You can now have a car that looks like a million, but costs very little.” That is how Bradley Automotive positioned a series of sleek… more»
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1-of-468: 1966 Dodge Hemi Charger
When Dodge released the Charger in 1966, it wanted to produce a car that ticked all the boxes that potential buyers could want. They blessed the interior with lashings of luxury touches. At the same time, they made the… more»
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No Reserve: 1957 Ford Thunderbird
The First Generation Ford Thunderbird has a strong following and is largely credited with creating the “personal luxury car” segment in the American market. While Chevrolet struggled with initial sales of its two-seat Corvette, Thunderbird sales grew from strength… more»
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1-of-1: 1940 Lincoln-Zephyr Continental Club Coupe
The 1940 model year was a banner one for Lincoln. Sales figures for that year revealed that an incredible 22,046 buyers had driven away in one of their vehicles. However, they still managed to retain their vital air of… more»
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Parked in ’97: 1967Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
There remains a fear among some enthusiasts that the supply of desirable barn finds will slow to a trickle before disappearing entirely. If this 1967 Chevelle SS 396 is an accurate indication, that situation is unlikely to occur in… more»
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No Reserve Classic! 1960 DeSoto Adventurer
The DeSoto was a companion brand at Chrysler Corporation from 1928 to 1961. During this time, more than two million DeSoto cars and trucks had been made. But sales declined in the late 1950s and it was becoming evident… more»
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Strangely Styled: 1975 AMC Matador
The Matador wore two hats while in service to American Motors in the 1970s. From 1971-73, it was the company’s line of mid-sized cars. And from 1974-78, it was promoted to full-size status with the retirement of the Ambassador…. more»
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Unfinished Project: 1970 Ford Mustang Fast back
Tackling somebody else’s unfinished project build can seem like a daunting task. Depending on how far the work has progressed, the buyer could be facing unseen problems lurking below primer and fresh paint. That isn’t the case with this… more»
