This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette retains its numbers-matching small-block. However, it has undergone one very significant change that might not appeal to purists. The buyer could reverse this change during the cosmetic refresh the seller appears to recommend. What is… more»
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Upgraded 350/5-Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Rally Sport
If a lack of originality isn’t a deal-breaker, this 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Rally Sport deserves a closer look. Its presentation is impressive, and a life spent in favorable climates has preserved its factory steel. However, the mechanical upgrades… more»
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Restored 20 Years Ago: 1960 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
If there was ever a case of a car being way too cool for me, this is it. The seller of this gorgeous 1960 Cadillac Coupe DeVille says it was restored 20 years ago, but we don’t know if… more»
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All Original: 1958 Chevrolet Impala
When a seller uses phrases like “all original” to describe a classic, it is fair to expect the vehicle to be unchanged from its factory specifications. This 1958 Chevrolet Impala misses the mark in a couple of areas, but… more»
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Rusty But Worthy: 1972 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 4.5
One aspect of the car hobby that always surprises me is how one person views rust compared to someone who rarely encounters it. It happens quite often to me, where after years of living in New England, I have… more»
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Barn Find MX-5: 1990 Mazda Miata
The earliest examples of a signature model are typically sought-out by collectors. The reason for this is the early cars tend to become scarcer through natural attrition or the market simply not recognizing them as special until years later…. more»
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20 Inch Hoops! 1960 Chevrolet Bel Air
What to make of a 1960 Chevrolet Bel Air? There was a lot of swervin’ going on at GM’s entry-level division in the late fifties. From the iconic ’57 to the Cadillacesque ’58 and then to the outrageous batwing… more»
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Original Paint and Stock: 1986 Dodge Daytona Turbo Z
We have discussed the difference in eyeball appeal of the “four-eyed” Ford Mustang at length; so how do we feel about the same distinction between different eras of the Dodge Daytona? Flip-up headlights are indeed associated with peak 80s/90s… more»
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Daily Driver: 1977 Datsun B-210 2-Door Sedan
A little faded from the California sun, this 1977 Datsun B-210 2-door sedan is wearing, I believe, Light Gold Poly “gray” paint. The front fender trim appears to be missing, but some models show trim there, and some don’t… more»
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60k-Mile Survivor? 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The Chevy Camaro got some styling updates in 1974, the fifth year of the second generation. Most of this was to placate increasing federal safety standards in terms of bumpers. Some think the changes were well done, while others… more»
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Drop-Top Driver: 1963 Plymouth Valiant
The Valiant was Plymouth’s entry into the compact car market in 1960. The similar Dodge Lancer followed the next year. Styling of the vehicles was a bit unorthodox (but in line with the rest of Chrysler at the time),… more»
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New Engine + Interior: 1975 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The second generation of the Chevy Monte Carlo was quite popular, attracting sales of more than 400,000 units in 1977 alone. That bucked the mid-decade trend of moving to more fuel-efficient automobiles thanks to rising gas prices. The seller… more»
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More Than a Roller: 1972 Dodge Charger Project
The second generation of the Dodge Charger was hot from 1968 to 1970, selling nearly 225,000 automobiles. The redesign of 1971 drew less interest, even though the Coronet hardtops had been discontinued, moving buyers to the Charger. This 1972… more»
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Real Barn Find: 1964 Pontiac GTO
Nearly half a century has passed since the seller of this 1964 Pontiac GTO said he bought it to restore, but it sounds like reality has finally set in that this is not going to take place, at least… more»
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Desirable Project: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
It seemed that Ford couldn’t put a foot wrong with its First Generation Mustang. From its triumphant unveiling to its successful collaboration with Carroll Shelby, the company’s pony car was a showroom winner. It continued that trend in 1969… more»
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Solid 4×4: 1979 Ford Bronco XLT
It is fair to say that Ford’s Second Generation Bronco hit its stride by the time this XLT rolled off the line in 1979. Sales were excellent, reflecting the fact that people had warmly embraced the company’s latest offering…. more»
