When the United States began to crack down on bumper laws in the early 1970s, many cars did not wear the new look well. Most manufacturers slapped shock-absorbing bumpers onto pre-existing designs and accommodated for the new space between… more»
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Bullet Nose Baker: 1951 Studebaker Starlight Coupe
Whether it’s the fins on a 1959 Cadillac, a 1956 Buick hood ornament or the “bullet nose” on these classic Studebakers, the aerospace industry was a fascination for the country during the space race and influenced automotive design heavily… more»
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Old School: 1957 GMC School Bus
How much fun would this be as a converted motorhome or party bus? This 1957 GMC bus looks like a very solid project. For sale here on craigslist for $2,500 in Scottsdale, Arizona. The ad doesn’t have too many pictures… more»
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Sweet Sun Valley: 1954 Mercury Monterey
You’ll need a hat on while driving this 1954 Mercury Monterey Sun Valley, unless you: a) have the factory sunshield in place. b) only drive it at night. c) don’t mind getting the top of your skull sunburned, again…. more»
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800 Original Miles: 1995 GMC Top Kick Moving Van
I know what you’re thinking: at first glance of the listing, you notice there’s only one picture. I too was a bit skeptical at first glance, but then I read the advertisement itself, and when I saw the mileage,… more»
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Unicorn Mustang: Custom 1968 Ford Mustang
First of all, let me provide some important basic details: this car has not been permanently modified, and is being auctioned off to benefit The Albert Kennedy Trust. Yes, this is an actual photo of the actual car, and… more»
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Henry’s Lady: 1931 Ford Model A
With well over one hundred years worth of cars to choose from, the collector market tends to run in cycles. I have heard that people tend to want what was popular when they were teenagers, and that theory seems… more»
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A Little Car that Could: 1936 Opel P4
There were many similarities between the US and European car markets, but some things were very different. For example, there was a strong demand for a cheap, dependable car in both Europe and the US. In Germany, Opel, like Ford… more»
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War Time Warrior: 1941 Dodge WC-6 Command Car
By 1941, World War II was already two years old and was about to ramp up with the bombing of Pearl Harbor in December of that year. During most of the war, the American auto industry was transitioned into… more»
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X’tra Long XL: 1984 Ford F-350 XL
The seller of this 1984 Ford F-350 XL lists it as being 21-feet long. Finally, a vehicle that’s longer than the ’66 Lincoln! I don’t see too many four-door pickups from this era around anymore, and this is a… more»
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Road Trip Time: 1958 Edsel Bermuda Wagon
Load up eight friends and hit the highway! This nine-passenger 1958 Edsel Bermuda wagon is poised to be a great family cruiser. Offered here on craigslist in sunny San Diego, California for $5,000. That’s about a dollar per pound!
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Will It Ever Be Worth This Much? 1984 Cadillac Cimarron
I will probably be run out of here on a rail for admitting this, but I have an odd fascination with the Cadillac Cimarron. Yes, I know that it’s the ultimate example of Detroit’s most cynical badge engineering, but… more»
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One Of 1,200 Imported: 1986 Toyota SR5 Turbo
The 1980s were not kind to the automotive hobby in many ways, but it at least broke the door open on manufacturers turbocharging practically everything in search of more power and decent MPGs. Toyota actually piloted a turbocharging initiative… more»
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Gentleman’s Kit Car: 1979 Fiberfab Bonito
Over the years, numerous kit cars have seen the light of day that were designed in homage to the original Ford GT40. Unfortunately, even if the body lived up to expectations, the construction and assembly quality fell short. Like… more»
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3,700 Miles from New: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass
This 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme has remained in single-family ownership for years, with the original owner passing away after using the car sparingly. His son inherited the Olds and used it for the occasional car show before he, too,… more»
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Dusty But Solid: 1961 MG MGA 1600 Roadster
For some of us the sight of finding a forgotten and dusty old car is something that our dreams are made of. I can only imagine the excitement felt by the seller upon finding this ’61 MGA 1600 Roadster…. more»
