Barely hanging on and closing stores again, JCPenney was at one time one of the big three retailers along with Sears Roebuck and Montgomery Ward, and is the last one standing, for now. It’s sad for those of us… more»
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38k Original Miles: 1984 Cadillac Seville
Timing is an important factor that can play a key role in an automobile’s success, and in the case of the Cadillac Seville, it couldn’t have been much better. By the mid-seventies, some luxury car buyers were straying from… more»
BF Exclusive: 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 “Boonie Bug”
Popular Mechanics has long been a source of excellent DIY projects, and the magazine typically offers comprehensive instructions and material lists for those with a sense of adventure. This 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 “Boonie Bug” is one example of… more»
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Black Beauty: 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Pontiac produced four different models of the Firebird from 1970 to 1981. These included the base Firebird, Esprit, Formula and Trans Am. This 1976 Pontiac Formula is located near Seattle, Washington and is listed for sale for $19,000. The… more»
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11k Original Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
I have a question for you to ponder. If an owner lists a modified classic with an extraordinarily low odometer reading, at what point during the modification process does the odometer reading become irrelevant? That is the question posed… more»
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British, But Made in Italy: 1967 Innocenti Mini
How many cars owe their existence to tax laws? The buyers of many small-motored French, Italian, and English cars built in the ’40s and ’50s were granted a break due to low calculated horsepower ratings. Other cars never would… more»
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Amazing Garage Find: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
There is no feeling like opening a shed or garage to discover a dusty classic that awaits liberation after years of hibernation. I have experienced it once, although the vehicle I found wasn’t of the same caliber as this… more»
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One-Family-Owned 1964 Chrysler New Yorker
UPDATE 02/13/2025: It isn’t unusual for a seller to not taste success when first listing their classic, leading many to try a second time. Such is the case with this 1964 Chrysler New Yorker. It seems that nothing has… more»
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Rust-Free Pony: 1966 Ford Mustang
Part of the secret of the First Generation Mustang’s success could be attributed to its stunning styling. However, it was the sheer variety of options that cemented its place in automotive history. Buyers could order a car with stunning… more»
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Weird Wedge: 1980 Comuta-Car EV
Rarely popular but usually interesting, at least for the era and its now-ancient tech, this 1980 Comuta-Car is a tiny car that a person could restore or upgrade with modern electric and other systems. It would be an interesting… more»
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Wonderful Woodie: 1946 Mercury Station Wagon
Some classics are undeniably cool and are guaranteed to draw crowds of admiring enthusiasts. Even those who aren’t passionate about classic cars can find them irresistible. I believe that will be the case with this 1946 Mercury Woodie Wagon…. more»
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Faded Luxury: 1987 Chrysler Fifth Avenue
A person can’t get much for $3,800 anymore, especially as far as nice, drivable luxury cars go. Or even iffy, somewhat beater vehicles go, really. We all remember when $3,800 would buy a lot more than it does now,… more»
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Head Shop Billboard? 1960 Volkswagen Type II
When I first encountered this 1960 Volkswagen Type II bus it immediately reminded me of a parking lot positioned dumpster emblazoned with a “Do Not Park In Front Of This Container” warning affixed to its front. I’m not trying… more»
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Turbo Brick: 1982 Volvo 240 GLT Wagon
The “turbo brick” is an affection term for one of the first cars to disrupt standard perceptions of what a performance vehicle looked like: the Volvo 240 GLT, a turbocharged wagon available with a manual transmission, quickly worked its… more»
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14k-Mile Tucson Find: 1963 Rambler American 330
Tucson, Arizona. It’s hard for me to think of a place I’d rather be. It’s a harsh environment for sure, but so is being outside when it’s -11 F (straight temp) shoveling snow, as I was just doing twenty… more»
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43k-Mile Survivor: 1972 Dodge Charger
This 1972 Dodge Charger has many great points, including being an unmolested survivor with just 43,000 miles on the ticker. With so many positives here, I can only spot one potential negative that might cause some would-be buyers to… more»
