Chevrolet’s Impala had a record sales year in 1965, with more than one million copies finding homes in garages throughout the country. That’s a feat that’s hard to beat, so 1967’s production numbers weren’t that strong, but still solid…. more»
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Early And Cheap: 1964½ Ford Mustang Project
Because the Ford Mustang was introduced on April 17, 1964, a lot of folks have referred to the early examples as 1964 ½ models. But that was totally unofficial, as Ford titled every Mustang built before the 1966 model… more»
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Drag Wagon: 1983 Chevrolet Malibu
Sometimes, the most unconventional idea is the best one. In this case, it’s to convert a Chevrolet Malibu wagon into a nitrous-fueled drag car capable of running a 1/4 mile in 9 seconds flat. However, it may not be… more»
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426 Hemi Power! 1966 Plymouth Satellite
Chrysler’s B-body cars finally became real mid-size products in 1965 after the company brought back the C-body for the full-size Plymouths and Dodges. The Satellite joined the Belvedere family as an upscale intermediate, and the autos received a refresh… more»
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Wrecked 1989 Porsche 911 Carrera 4
The Porsche 911 craze seems to be holding strong, with air-cooled examples still fetching good money. When this wrecked 1989 Porsche 911 came across my desk, I wasn’t so sure about it, but once I realized it was a… more»
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Skytop Sunroof! 1961 Studebaker Lark Regal
Though U.S.-made compact cars would become all the rage in the early 1960s, it’s often forgotten that American Motors and Studebaker got there first. For AMC, they resurrected the Nash Rambler and called it the American (in 1958), and… more»
Cute Convertible: 1962 Rambler American
I’ll admit it, I like sixties’ vintage convertibles. Yeah, they’re usually noisy in top-up mode, frequently leak in heavy rain, and provide a bit of cowl shake, but I still appreciate their simplicity and lack of pretension. A perfect… more»
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Hot T-Bird: 1987 Ford Thunderbird
Sometimes, you just have to respect the build. It’s not always our cup of tea, or the type of vehicle we’d build for ourselves, but when someone clearly has a passion for a specific model, who are we to… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1960 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
Unfinished project builds often divide opinions, but that shouldn’t be the case with this 1960 Buick Electra 225 Convertible. The owner completed the exterior cosmetic restoration around 2000, and the fact that it still looks so impressive indicates the… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1980 Triumph TR8 Convertible
This 1980 Triumph TR8 Convertible has spent its life in a dry location, helping to keep it rust-free. It runs and drives well, and has a genuine 24,000 miles on the clock. A recent list of mechanical work ensures… more»
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Rocket Age Project: 1959 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88
One of the fun automotive eras that blossomed in the late fifties was jet-age styling, or space-age styling, which included features such as futuristic trim and pronounced tail fins. While the 1959 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 may not have had… more»
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Thermodyne Engine: 1966 Mack B53
Mack was founded by two brothers in 1900 to make buses; its first truck was delivered a few years later under the “Manhattan” logo. By 1910, the company had adopted the Mack name, but the idea for its mascot… more»
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Former NHRA Champ: 1967 Mercury Comet Voyager
Are you familiar with the 1967 Mercury Comet Voyager? I wasn’t, but it turns out it was a one-year plain mid-size wagon that was a step down from the Villager with its faux woodgrain paneling. Fewer than 5,000 copies… more»
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BF Auction: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
A classic doesn’t necessarily need to be rare, exotic, or brutally fast to be enjoyable. Sometimes you just want a big V8, air conditioning, power steering, plenty of chrome, and a cabin that feels like the designers drew inspiration… more»
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Former Fuelie: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
The Chevrolet Corvette received a long-awaited redesign in 1963 and – with it – a new body style was offered: the Coupe. It came with a split-window arrangement in the back that proved to be a one-year-only deal as… more»
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Buick V6 Surprise: 1979 Chevrolet Chevette
A 1979 Chevrolet Chevette probably isn’t the first car that comes to mind when someone mentions a hot rod, and that’s exactly what makes this one interesting. Listed on craigslist in Newberg for $5,500, this little rear-wheel-drive hatchback has… more»
