I blew off a lot of writing time yesterday reading about Jesse and Josh’s adventures with their Mustang coupe. What struck me was how much fun they had and that their actions got another old car back on the… more»
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Texas Cruiser! 1963 Oldsmobile Fiesta Wagon
Call me an amateur but I couldn’t identify this car from the side or rear. Beyond 50 feet I’d have to see the front clip to recognize it as an Oldsmobile, and that rarity leads to great conversations in… more»
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Three Fast Letters: 1968 AMX Project
American Motors had their work laid out for them in the early 1960s to try to shed their perceived public image as a builder of dull, stodgy cars for people who really weren’t enthusiastic about cars. An important part… more»
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Sunburnt ‘Yota: 1982 Toyota SR5 4X4
As many of you know, the market for vintage Japanese 4x4s is heating up. With durable engines, great looks and decent off-roadability, there’s a lot to like about trucks like this 1982 Toyota Hilux long-bed. But how much longer… more»
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42,000 Miles From New: 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
While FJ60 Land Cruisers are generally long-lived, they remain somewhat elusive to find in mint condition. This 42,000-mile example is the outlier, somehow living an existence that didn’t see the mileage pile up over time. Strictly a southern vehicle,… more»
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Teaching Museum Donation: 1980 Mercury Bobcat
Years ago, when I still autocrossed, I would routinely see an individual down in New Haven, Connecticut with a Mercury Bobcat storming the cones with aggression. It was a highlight of my trip there, aside from actually competing, as… more»
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Spirit of America Edition: 1974 Chevrolet Impala
GM was getting into the spirit of America’s 200th birthday a little early when it came out with the 1974 Chevrolet Impala Spirit of America edition. This example is on Craigslist in Havre, Montana with an asking price of… more»
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Never This Nice: 1985 Toyota Supra
If some kids had posters of Michael Jordan on their wall, I would have had something like this absolutely mint Toyota Supra on mine. Growing up in the 80s, sport compact cars were beginning to come into their own… more»
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Retired Workhorse: 1954 Dodge Power Wagon
Another day, another former firefighting apparatus on eBay. To be fair, however, this is a wicked Dodge Power Wagon, still wearing its original livery with a nice even coating of aged paint. The seller seems to be confusing the… more»
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20 Year Sleep: 1966 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45 LV
When I visited the Pacific Northwest last month, I was looking forward to seeing the numerous vehicles retired from our roads here in the Northeast that still did duty on the streets of Portland and Seattle. I was not… more»
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Safety Not So Fast: 1952 MG TD
When American servicemen ventured overseas to fight in World War II, they discovered something unexpected: sports cars. In America, there had been a few examples of vehicles that could fall under such a classification. Unfortunately, they were rather expensive… more»
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One Tough Customer: 1962 Willys Jeep Station Wagon
One of the most far-sighted business decisions ever made was the trademarking of the JEEP name by Willys-Overland in 1943. Soldiers returning from the Second World War equated the Jeep brand with a tough, go-anywhere vehicle and those who… more»
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Heavy Hauler: 1941 Ford C.O.E. 10-Wheeler
COE or cab-over-engine trucks are becoming quite desirable. If you want a cool vintage truck that stands out in a crowd, COE’s are the way to go. They can make really cool hot rods or haulers and share a lot… more»
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Wrecker Needs a Tow: 1980 Chevy CK/30
There is next to no information provided on this wrecker-bodied 1980 Chevrolet C/K 3500. I just want to note that this is the first time I’ve seen a tow truck socked away in a storage unit as if it’s… more»
Barn Finds Flashback: Great Adventures
This morning a Google Photos popped up on my phone with a photo collage. The photos were of our trusty little Barn Finds Mustang at the 2014 Northwest Classic Rally. It then hit me that exactly 4 years ago… more»
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No Reserve Deluxe Cab: 1954 Chevy Pickup
Bidding for this 1954 Chevrolet 3100 short-bed pickup ends tomorrow night, and it’s listed at no reserve. While not currently running, the seller seems to have a good sense of what the truck has and what its need will… more»
