Changes to the 1961 Chevy Corvette were minimal as the car entered its ninth year of the first generation. An all-new Corvette was underway for a 1963 debut, so the most noticeable change for ’61 was a new rear… more»
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27k Miles? 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Here’s a question for fans of the loud, tape-striped cars of the 1970s: Which one had the best graphics package? I’m a fan of the 1976 and up Formula Firebird. A little more subdued than the all-out Trans Am,… more»
No Reserve Driver: 1990 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe
The seller of this 1990 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe sounds like someone we can all relate to: too many project cars, and running out of places to keep them. The Super Coupe has some cosmetic faults but overall appears… more»
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1 of 554: 1962 Imperial by Chrysler Convertible
Though the brand dated to the 1920s, the Imperial lost its Chrysler association in 1955 and maintained a separate identity for the rest of its run. Though marketed separately, the 1962 Imperials were built alongside Chrysler products like the… more»
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Kit-Friendly: 1970s Struck Mini-Dozer MD-1600
Starting out with a typo right away, there, SG? Well, I actually meant that turn of phrase to say that these early Struck Dozers were only available in kit form, but they were also loved by kids and kids… more»
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V8 Upgrade: 1962 Ford Fairlane
If we ignored the wider steel wheels, this 1962 Ford Fairlane could be a genuine sleeper. Its original, capable six-cylinder engine has been replaced by a V8, delivering a significant power gain that will improve performance. It presents extremely… more»
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Canadian Project: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
While nearly 300,000 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Sport Coupes were built in 1970, almost 26,000 were assembled by GM of Canada. They were all V8-powered and 3,300 were equipped as Z25 SS 396 models. The seller’s project car is said… more»
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Original Paint & 390 Power: 1959 Ford Galaxie
During the 1959 model run, the Ford Galaxie was introduced as the top-tier trim level for the Fairlane, a position previously held by the Fairlane 500. A complete redesign was in store for 1960, so the ’59 Galaxie is… more»
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1973 Ford F-250 4×4 Ranger 390 4-Speed
Here’s another box-checker of a truck for those of you looking for one, or who just like to look at nice pickups and dream about owning them, as I do. Presented very well and looking fantastic, this 1973 Ford… more»
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89k Original Miles: 1979 Dodge Li’l Red Express
Today, it seems incredible to think that America’s fastest production passenger vehicle from the late 1970s was a truck. When Dodge released the Li’l Red Express in 1978, it broke new ground in the Pickup market. It proved so… more»
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Coventry Classic: 1967 Triumph TR4A IRS
Giovanni Michelotti founded his own design firm at age 28; he had been working since age 16. He crafted Ferraris, Alfas, BMWs, Maseratis … he worked for OSCA, Fiat, Volvo, Alpine … and he had a strong affiliation with… more»
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BF Auction: 1981 GMC C1500 Sierra
I remember an old Steve Martin comedy bit where he was trying to speak French, and he finally said, “Boy, those French, they have a different word for everything.” That’s like pickup makers and how they named their truck… more»
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Tasteful Upgrades: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette
One drawback of modifying a desirable classic is that the changes can often deter purists who may have been drawn to the vehicle in unmolested form when it hits the market. This 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is a case in… more»
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Warm 350/4-Speed: 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
This 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is more than just a pretty face. It is rock-solid, while its paint shade gives it a striking sense of presence. However, the warmed V8 under the hood should deliver the performance buyers expected… more»
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First-Year Convertible Project: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
The 1967 Chevrolet Camaro marked the beginning of an era, and this first-year convertible represents a chance to step in at the ground level of that legacy. Listed on eBay by a private seller, this red 1967 Camaro Convertible… more»
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5k-Mile Time Capsule: 1979 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais
Being a copywriter, I try to refrain from using the typical words such as “like new,” “showroom new,” and “time capsule” to describe certain old cars that, for some reason, are remarkably well preserved in their original form with… more»
