Few cars embody Buick’s blend of elegance and muscle quite like the first-generation Riviera, and the 1965 model is widely considered the high point of the series. This particular example, finished in an uncommon shade of green and powered… more»
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V8 Powered Roadster: 1980 Triumph TR8
The Triumph TR8 – also known as the “English Corvette” – is one of the more under-the-radar classics that seemingly is a poor man’s Sunbeam Tiger. Clearly embracing the mindset of sticking a big engine in a tiny chassis,… more»
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Four-Door Fun: 1969 Chevrolet Bel Air
Consider the plight of Chevrolet’s Bel Air. For eight model years (’50-’57), it ruled the bowtie’s roost, and then in ’58, it got demoted to second banana. By the time this Bel Air four-door sedan rolled off the assembly… more»
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Garage-Kept Survivor: 1956 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop
With its iconic porthole hardtop and unmistakable mid-century lines, the 1956 Ford Thunderbird holds a special place in American automotive history. This example, offered at no reserve, is a particularly compelling survivor. Showing just 73,785 miles and equipped with… more»
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Garage Find: 1982 Mazda RX-7 Coupe
Sometimes a car’s story is just as compelling as its engineering—and this 1982 Mazda RX-7 offers both. Purchased new by the seller’s mother-in-law, this first-generation RX-7 has spent its entire life in California, where it remained lovingly cared for… more»
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Pillarless Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
The Bel Air was the top-of-the-line trim level for the 1957 Chevrolet, with the Sport Coupe body style eliminating the pillar between the side glass when the windows were rolled down, adding even more great styling to an already… more»
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Droptop Driver: 1962 Studebaker Lark Regal Convertible
It’s a good problem to have, but there are simply too many cars in the world that I like. In idle conversation with my lovely bride, I’ve often floated the idea of keeping one car “in rotation,” or in… more»
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Still Mostly Swanky: 1995 Cadillac DeVille
With eight generations under its belt, Cadillac’s DeVille nameplate showcases the evolution of American automobile design from the 1950s to 2005. After its first appearance as a trim level, the car mostly occupied a middle niche in the spectrum… more»
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RAM Air Judge Clone: 1969 Pontiac GTO
To increase sales, Pontiac introduced “The Judge” performance/trim package on the GTO in 1969. Demand had begun to decline due to a flood of competition. The name was derived from Sammy Davis, Jr.’s comedy bit on Rowan & Martin’s… more»
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Faded Glory: 1980 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am
In 1980, Pontiac manufactured 50,896 Trans Ams and, of these, they produced 5,700 Indianapolis 500 Pace Car Turbo Trans Am replicas, featuring distinctive paint, decals, and the oyster hobnail interior. This particular vehicle, that was sent to us by… more»
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Clipped Wings: 1981 Pontiac Firebird Parts Car
An owner of this 1981 Pontiac Firebird at one time nicknamed this car “Beast” based on the graphics on the rear spoiler. Today, the car is sitting in Abbotsford, Canada being parted out due to rusty frame rails. The… more»
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70s Time Capsule: 1972 Ford LTD Country Squire
No period of car design is more evocative of the time it was created in than cars from the early to mid-70s. Huge swooping cars with panels larger than a shed roof, these cars were Detroit’s last big swing… more»
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2-Door Conversion: 1958 Plymouth Belvedere
At first glance, this 1958 Plymouth looks like a Stephen King “Christine” movie car tribute without the red paint and evil intentions. But as the story goes, this vehicle began life as a Plain Jane Belvedere 4-door sedan and… more»
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Beautiful Benz: 1972 Mercedes 280 SE 4.5
Talk about a stunning presentation, this 1972 Mercedes 280 SE 4.5 looks like new! The mileage is unknown due to a non-functioning odometer, but inside and out, this one’s spic and span. Sometimes, a design just all comes together,… more»
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Loads of Patina! 1958 Chevrolet Biscayne
Chevrolet redesigned its automobile lineup in 1958, going for “bigger is better” and a shuffling of the nameplates. Things were looking up until a deep economic recession put the whammy on new car sales in ’58. And Chrysler’s success… more»
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Rare Mexican Market Find: 1979 Ford B100 Three-Door
If you’ve ever wanted a classic Ford SUV with some south-of-the-border flair, this 1979 Ford B100 might be the ticket. Produced exclusively for the Mexican market, the B100 is a unique three-door Suburban-style utility vehicle that shares components with… more»
