The Dodge Challenger was the last player to join the “pony car” movement that began in the mid-1960s. Launched in 1970, the Challenger shared its new E-body platform with the Plymouth Barracuda, and both cars are in demand today… more»
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Patina Hot Rod Project? 1973 Ford Maverick
Ford introduced the Maverick compact five years to the day after the Mustang pony car. Destined to replace the aging Falcon, the Maverick sold in big numbers, too, and also had a sporty flair. But it was purely an… more»
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One Of A Kind? 1939 Rolls-Royce Wraith Hearse
Making end-of-life decisions is certainly not a pleasant subject to think about, but since I’ve rarely been in a funeral procession with a memorable lead vehicle, choosing something classy and vintage ahead of time might offer your loved ones… more»
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Stored 35 Years: 1977 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT Survivor
Sales catalogs for their 1977 pickups advertised the Ranger XLT trim level as “Ford’s finest!” As modern pickups get more luxurious, more capable, and more expensive, it might seem quaint that in 1977, this line topper’s luxuries includes such… more»
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LPG Conversion: 1963 Mercury Monterey S-55
This 1963 Mercury Monterey S-55 is a tidy classic with only minor cosmetic needs. It features a 390ci V8 under the hood and the distinctive power “Breezeway” back window. The LPG conversion adds versatility, and I must say a… more»
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One Owner 1966 Ford Fairlane GTA Convertible
If a car with a known history is on your Shopping List, this 1966 Ford Fairlane GTA Convertible deserves a close look. It is a one-owner classic that underwent a frame-off restoration in the 1990s. It still presents exceptionally… more»
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Amazing 1966 Batmobile Replica
Some movies and TV shows feature cars that become stars in their own right. Few people can think of The Dukes of Hazzard without remembering the General Lee. The same is true of the 1960s Batman series. While Adam… more»
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Gold Grand Tourer: 1979 Datsun 280ZX
At some point, we all have to adjust to a new phase in life. When you’re a teenager, you become a young adult; when you’re a young adult, you become a grown-up; and when you’re grown-up, eventually, you get… more»
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Rare One-Ton: 1949 Diamond T 201
Charles Tilt, the son of a shoemaker, preferred motors to shoes. So after working for his father starting in 1896 for eight years, and managing a farm for another year, he began working for Charles Knight in 1904. Knight… more»
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Middle East Export: 30k Mile 1970 Shelby GT500
We see plenty of desirable classics at Barn Finds, and this 1970 Ford Shelby GT500 fits that mold. However, it also has an interesting backstory, having spent much of its life on foreign shores. It has returned home as… more»
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It’s A Hemi! 1955 Dodge Royal Two-Tone
Dodge and Plymouth set the muscle car market on fire in the 1960s with the 426 cubic-inch “Hemi” V8, producing 425 horses. But that wasn’t their first foray into hemispherical-chamber engines; that honor dated to the mid-1950s. The seller… more»
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37k Original Miles? 1963 Mercury Meteor
This 1963 Mercury Meteor makes a striking first impression. The paint combination is extremely attractive, and its initial appearance makes the seller’s claim that it has a genuine 37,000 miles on the clock seem plausible. The seller has been… more»
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Rare Shed Find: 1964 Ford Falcon Sprint
The Sprint edition of the Ford Falcon arrived in mid-1963, and some car people consider it to be the dry run for the Mustang, which would arrive the following year. Sprints were only offered with V8 engines and came… more»
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Real Bandit: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Ready for Restoration
A genuine Bandit Edition Trans Am is always going to turn heads, even when it needs the kind of attention this 1978 example is asking for. Listed as a full-restoration project, this factory black-and-gold Trans Am comes with its… more»
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1:1 Scale Matchbox: 1959 Vauxhall Victor
I owned a Vauxhall Victor. I may still be able to find it. It was made in England by Lesney, and it was one of my favorite Matchbox cars. I got it for a steal, $0.49 – such a… more»
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Caddy On The Cheap! 1990 Allante Convertible
My, how things have changed in the automotive world, at GM in particular. Back in the eighties, their top division, Cadillac, took a swing at the luxury two-seater market (Mercedes SL?) with the Allante, such as this 1990 example,… more»
