Given the vast size of some modern recreational vehicles, the mindset must be bigger is better, as many seem to have a footprint more like that of a big-rig semi. I get that those rolling hotels are comfortable and… more»
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Five-Wheel Find: 1988 John Deere AMT 600
This 1988 John Deere AMT 600 can be found posted here on craigslist in Maynardville, Tennessee, and the seller is asking $3,200. Here is the original listing. It’s my fault that the above tip went away, but thankfully, Rocco… more»
Lots of New Parts: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
Changes were afoot for America’s Sports Car, the Chevy Corvette, in 1973. It was the first year for the polyurethane front bumpers and the last for the chrome rear bumpers (new federal safety standards). Demand continued to be strong… more»
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One-Family Owned: 1957 Buick Century
It’s anybody’s guess what the percentage of 69-year-old vehicles have remained in the same family since brand new. I’m sure it’s in the low single-digits. Well, here’s one of those rare vehicles that’s been in the same family since… more»
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Rare Spirit of America Edition: 1974 Chevrolet Impala
The United States was set to celebrate its Bicentenary in 1976, but Chevrolet started the party early by releasing the Spirit of America options package across various badges in 1974. The Impala was one of the beneficiaries, but the… more»
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Runs and Drives: 1952 MG TD
MG’s T-series roadsters forged a path for sports cars in America, beginning with the spindly, narrow TC. Some 2000 TCs were exported by MG to the US, and countless others were shipped home when servicemen returned from the war…. more»
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428/4-Speed: 1967 Pontiac Catalina 2+2
Some classics are more than a pretty face, possessing genuine performance credentials. That is undoubtedly the case with this 1967 Pontiac Catalina 2+2. It isn’t perfect, but it presents as a driver-grade classic with a few visible rust issues…. more»
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Affordable Driver: 1983 Dodge Shelby Charger
Mention the name Shelby, and the thoughts of many enthusiasts will turn to high-performance variants of Ford’s First Generation Mustang. However, the legendary engineer also targeted the Fifth Generation Dodge Charger, adding enhancements to improve the driving experience. This… more»
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Recent Import: 1988 Renault R4 Savane
Although the Citroën 2CV is considered France’s iconic “car of the people,” its sales figures pale in comparison to those achieved by the Renault R4. In fact, during a much shorter production run, the R4 outsold the 2CV by… more»
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Real Attitude: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Gasser
While some custom builds are subtle and restrained, others possess a genuine attitude. This 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Gasser falls into the latter category, with an appearance guaranteed to turn heads. It runs and drives well, leaving scope for… more»
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Drop-Top Bug: 1969 Volkswagen Beetle
The Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle, Bug) was the world’s most-produced automobile. From 1938 to 2003, the air-cooled version saw 21.5 million copies built and sold all over the world. Seen less often than the little coupe is the… more»
Project-Grade FJ62: 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
These days, it is not uncommon for late-model Porsches built in limited quantities to sell for high six figures or even low seven figures, in extreme cases. It’s amazing, really, to see the price placed on vehicles that will… more»
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Many New Parts: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Project
Some classics come with a sad backstory, as demonstrated by this 1967 Chevrolet Camaro. The owner located the car for his niece as a restoration project, but when life got in the way, she sold it back to him…. more»
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12 Years In The Barn: 1962 Oldsmobile F-85
Man oh man, where to start with this one? It’s a 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 (not a Cutlass as stated in the listing title), and I suppose it could be considered a barn find (though the seller has known about… more»
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2-Owner Running Project: 1961 Plymouth Valiant
In the late 1950s and early 1960s, just about every major U.S. automaker began to field a compact car. The impetus may have come from the success that Volkswagen was having with the Beetle. Plymouth’s entry was the Valiant,… more»
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Cheap Wheels Project: 1979 Ford Pinto
The Pinto was Ford’s first subcompact built in the U.S. Between 1971 and 1980, more than three million copies rolled off the assembly line. Yet you seldom see one anymore because they were cheaply-priced, disposable automobiles. This 1979 edition… more»
