The Mercedes 300D is a good reminder that mileage figures are relative. An unrepaired Jaguar XKE with over 100k on the clock is rare. A 300D that’s traveled the same distance is barely broken in, and other than routine… more»
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All Original: 1965 Ford Ranchero Deluxe
The Coupe Utility was an Australian invention that changed the automotive world. It perfectly combined the comfort of a family Sedan with the versatility of a Pickup. It proved to be a global hit, with “Utes” plying roads across… more»
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5,298 Original Miles? 1981 Chevrolet Corvette
Mileage claims, particularly those made in the absence of verifying evidence, pose a challenge for potential buyers. They leave those individuals with little choice but to examine the classic with a fine-toothed comb to determine whether the quoted figure… more»
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Original Six-Window: 1963 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan
In the early 1960s, magazine road test after magazine road test came to the same conclusion: Even though the Cadillac was mass produced in great numbers, it would have been very difficult to find a car that was assembled… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1977 Plymouth Fury Suburban
From 1959 to 1974, the Fury was marketed as Plymouth’s top (or near the top) full-size automobile. Even during the ill-fated downsizing period of 1962 to 1964. But in 1975, it was formally reassigned to mid-size duty (though the… more»
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4k Mile Survivor: 1987 Ford Thunderbird 5.0
To present an auto as among the nicest ones left of its kind can sometimes create unrealistic expectations, plus set a higher-than-normal level for potential scrutiny from prospective buyers. Although I try not to overuse this description, it seems… more»
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Muscle Car Project: 1969 Plymouth GTX
Introduced in 1967, the GTX was Plymouth’s upscale muscle car. It was joined the following year by the Road Runner, a budget-oriented model. Both were based on the mid-size Satellite/ Belvedere. The seller has a rusty and non-running GTX… more»
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2 for 1: Pair of 1961 Lincoln Continentals
Lincoln, like many of FOMOCO’s brands, came in behind GM/Cadillac in terms of sales. The Cadillacs had some of the industry’s wildest styling in the late 1950s, while the Lincolns were downright weird with their slanted front peepers (Chrysler… more»
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Mint Original Survivor: 1973 Pontiac Grand Ville 4-Door Hardtop
By the mid-1960’s, even Ford and Chevrolet were offering new luxury trim and models to rival their Lincoln and Cadillac cousins. And in 1971, Pontiac entered the king-size luxury car field in a big way with the introduction of… more»
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Preserve or Restore? 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible
Some classics leave buyers with choices to make. This 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible perfectly demonstrates this. It presents nicely and, with a healthy V8 under the hood, it will provide someone with immediate motoring pleasure. However, its straight panels… more»
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454/4-Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette doesn’t merely present well as an unrestored survivor, but it features the desirable and range-topping big-block V8. Its known history suggests that verifying the claimed odometer reading of 44,000 original miles may be possible. I… more»
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Tweaked 400: 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
We always appreciate the input from our readers at Barn Finds. The simple fact is that we, as writers, can’t always spot great classics to feature, and we can’t know everything about every car produced. Therefore, not only are… more»
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Needs Nothing: 1960 Morris Minor 1000
Those who experienced it first-hand will almost universally agree that life in post-war Britain was pretty miserable. Parts of the country had been bombed into rubble, and rationing remained widespread. The Government was keen to stimulate the economy, and… more»
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Rare Aussie Ute: 1959 Chrysler Wayfarer
Australia was once the home of a vibrant vehicle manufacturing industry. The market was dominated by Detroit’s “Big Three” during the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s, although many models were either uniquely Antipodean or were North American models that were… more»
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Low Miles! 1997 Bentley Brooklands L
The Brooklands name was so good that Bentley used it twice. Today’s example is from the first tranche of Brooklands, launched in 1992 to succeed the Mulsanne S and Eight models. The new approach – rolling two models into… more»
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Same Family for 50 Years: 1955 Buick Super Riviera 2-Door Hardtop
I have discussed in previous articles the importance of a long-term ownership history when assessing the relative worth of a classic, and reader feedback suggests that many of you share that sentiment. If so, you might find this 1955… more»
