Is this one of the best OEM “sleepers” ever made? The story started in 1978 when Buick sold its Sport Coupe with a turbocharged 3.8 liter V6. Output was a moderate 150 hp but torque was great, and the… more»
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Valentino Edition: 1984 Lincoln Continental
“Cabernet Wine over Medium Charcoal Glamour Clearcoat Metallic” is a heck of a name for the Valentino Designer Series edition Lincoln Continental and the “cool”, shady color temperatures make these colors look decidedly blue rather than warm and burgundy… more»
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No Reserve BF Auction: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL
American manufacturers weren’t the only companies to build big luxury land yachts, though they did definitely corner the market. Mercedes-Benz has a long history of building stately luxury cruisers and their S-class has long been their go-to model for… more»
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One Year Wonder: 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air Impala
General Motors celebrated its 50th year in the car business in 1958. Each division introduced a special model and – in Chevrolet’s case it was the Impala. Things began with a Bel Air front clip, but from there back… more»
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Cheap Wheels: 1995 Ford Thunderbird
Ford’s Thunderbird was in the mix from 1955 to 1997 and again from 2002 to 2005. It began as a 2-seater and ended as one, with seating for a least four in between. The seller’s nice survivor is from… more»
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29K Miles! 2005 Lincoln Town Car “Signature”
Last week I wrote a post on a 1954 Lincoln Cosmopolitan and noted that it looked more like a refined Mercury than it did a Lincoln – it just wasn’t the visual I get when I hear the name… more»
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Nicest One Left? 2005 Nissan Sentra S
Let’s face it, the Nissan Sentra is not going to become a sought-after collectible. Unlike a ’65 Ford Mustang or a ’57 Chevy Nomad, it will simply be an inexpensive means of transportation. However, this 2005 could be an… more»
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Two Cars in One! 1960 Volvo PV445 “Duett”
Volvo’s first foray into unibody construction was the PV444, a sedan produced after WWII. That homely but beloved vehicle set Volvo up to thrive in the post-war period. To expand its appeal, Volvo produced a bare chassis version of… more»
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Affordable Driver: 1972 Ford LTD Brougham
Some enthusiasts place the idea of owning a classic in the too-hard basket when they have a family. However, cars like this 1972 Ford LTD Brougham offer luxury, comfort, and enough room to seat six comfortably. This is a… more»
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Road Trek 4×4 Conversion: 1994 Chevrolet G20 Van
The aftermarket is incredibly diverse and vast. There’s no shortage to the number of companies that specialize in executing one vision or another that the factory didn’t see as being a worthwhile use of time. One avenue many owners… more»
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Blank Slate: 1950 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery 1500
The seller says this 1950 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery is wearing satin paint; it isn’t just gray primer. I may have chosen another color just so I didn’t have to explain that every time I was at a gas station… more»
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Clean and Original Camper: 1982 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia
The market for camper vans of any kind has definitely seen an adjustment in recent years as people have returned to normalcy and the expectation of employers seeing you in the office has risen. There was a time when… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: 1970 Pontiac Ventura 400
Launched in 1960, the Ventura was a trim option on the popular Catalina. In 1971, the Ventura nameplate was transferred to Pontiac’s version of the Nova compact. This beautiful 1970 edition is a one-owner car with 68,000 miles and… more»
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Turbo Diesel Wagon: 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300TD
The W123-series Mercedes-Benz is one of the most celebrated European classics from the 1980s. Their reputation for going the distance mileage-wise is well established, but that also results in the cars themselves being a little rough around the edges…. more»
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Forced Sale: 1967 Amphicar 770
Some individuals have dedicated decades and, in some cases, millions of dollars, to the development of flying cars. They are brimming with sky-high optimism (excuse the pun), but their labors have so far failed to deliver. That makes me… more»
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Two-Owner Project: 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback
Gauging whether a classic is desirable or ticks the boxes for those seeking a project candidate is sometimes challenging. However, the listing statistics for this 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback leave no such doubts. It is a two-owner project candidate… more»
