Chrysler’s design department was a chaotic scene in 1962. Virgil Exner’s late 1950s sheet metal hit the right chord at the right time, but post-fin, it was as if Exner was seeking direction. His 1960 concept car left Chrysler… more»
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No Reserve Running Project: 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport
While many manufacturers were either driving nails in the coffin of their muscle models or drastically reducing their fun characteristics, I guess Ford didn’t get the memo that the market was dying before they revamped the Torino for ’72… more»
Dearborn’s First SUV: 1968 Ford Bronco Sport
Launched in 1966, the Bronco would be the first of several sport utility vehicles (SUVs) offered by Ford. While most think of the big family SUVs like the Expedition and Excursion, the earlier Broncos were intended to compete with… more»
Tags Still Attached: 2005 Ford Crown Victoria LX Sport
One of life’s great challenges is determining what cars will become future classics. Success or failure can be equally spectacular, and many knowledgeable people have been left with egg on their faces when they got it wrong. That makes… more»
Almost a GTO: 1972 Pontiac LeMans Sport GT
For 1972, the Pontiac GTO was no longer a separate series, having gone back to being an option on the LeMans. And it would be offered as a 2-door hardtop or coupe, but not a convertible. Yet, you could… more»
24k Mile Survivor: 1972 Plymouth Valiant Scamp
UPDATE 5/13/21: The car apparently didn’t sell after we covered it in October 2020, so the seller has relisted it for $1,500 less. The asking price is now $16,000. It’s available here on craigslist for $16,000. Still a sharp… more»