I always find discontinued auto marques an interesting study. In my time on earth, I’ve counted fourteen U.S. brands that are no longer with us, compared to, by my count, only ten domestics that are still with us (eleven… more»
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Bold Brute! 1969 AMC SC/Rambler
Originally intended as a 500 unit halo model to generate some buzz, AMC’s SC/Rambler wore a bold and patriotic color scheme and backed up that flash with a 390 V8, Hurst shifter, and more. This 1969 AMC SC/Rambler in… more»
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Topper Included! 1971 Dodge D100
The Big Three always had a tendency to hold onto truck designs for long periods; planned obsolescence was a concept that only the passenger car side of the business could apparently afford. Therefore, during the Dodge “Sweptline” period of… more»
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Well-Preserved: 1976 AMC Pacer in Minneapolis
Every so often, a listing pops up that reminds us why quirky, underappreciated classics are still some of the most fun finds on craigslist. This 1976 AMC Pacer—yes, the famous wide small car—might be one of the most charming… more»
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Ultra-Rare Survivor: 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge Ram Air IV
A craigslist listing out of Seattle showcases a car that almost never appears on the open market, an authentic 1970 Pontiac GTO Judge equipped with the coveted Ram Air IV package. According to the seller, this is a real… more»
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1 of 27 Built: 1999 BMW 540i Touring Wagon
When it comes to assessing the rarity of a vehicle, we can’t just blame the Corvette guys for picking apart their build sheets down the smallest detail. As a long-time BMW fan, we do the same thing, but in… more»
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52K Original Miles: 1996 Ford Taurus GL
The third generation Ford Taurus was a moonshot car if there ever was one. After years of reigning supreme as one of the best-selling mid-sized sedans, Ford decided to overhaul its aging Taurus model and launch a bold new… more»
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Tow It Out: Lamborghini Countach Replica
For some reason, I am attracted to old kit cars that are completed to a reasonable degree of quality. I can’t claim with any certainty that this Lamborghini Countach replica was built to exacting quality standards, but I do… more»
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440-Equipped: 1960 Plymouth Suburban Station Wagon
When you scrutinize his designs, Virgil Exner could rarely be described as subtle. The man who gave the automotive world the “forward-look” philosophy penned this 1960 Plymouth Suburban Station Wagon. Its bold lines guarantee that it will turn heads,… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1991 Honda CRX Si
When Honda released its earliest models, it boldly stated that it aimed to be as successful in passenger car production as it had been in the motorcycle market. Many people scrutinized its earliest offerings and could barely contain their… more»
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Ready To Drive: 1965 Buick Electra 225
Any big 1965 model GM car looks amazing in pale yellow, color code Y. Chevy called it Crocus Yellow, Pontiac called it Mayfair Maize, Oldsmobile called it Saffron Yellow, and Buick called it Bamboo Cream, which is the color… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1987 Nissan Maxima Wagon
Show of hands if you remember Nissan’s Maxima station wagon. I’d completely forgotten such an animal existed until I noticed this listing for a 1987 model surfaced by Mitchell G. It is in surprisingly nice condition and has to… more»
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No Reserve: 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit Diesel Pickup
Volkswagen released the Golf Mk I as its replacement for the venerable Beetle in 1974. It proved to be a showroom success, with the Golf remaining an integral part of the company’s range ever since. Marketed in North America… more»
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Copper Cruiser: 1960 Chevrolet Impala Hardtop
A Facebook Marketplace find out of Las Cruces, New Mexico, brings us a 1960 Chevrolet Impala Premier Sedan 4D that the seller describes as a well-kept, long-time-owned classic with strong mechanical health and plenty of original charm. According to… more»
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Solid Driver: 1973 Plymouth Gold Duster
This 1973 Plymouth Duster has quite a few good points to consider, not the least being that it’s affordably priced at $6,500. Stepping up to the Gold Duster trim level included extras such as stripes on the sides and… more»
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Factory 440/4-Speed Project: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T
After taking a peek at this 1970 Dodge Charger R/T, some potential buyers might become deterred quickly by the amount of visible body rust here, and there’s certainly plenty. However, this one appears quite a bit more solid down… more»
