The upscale Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon wasn’t just a great-looking car; it was also a decent performer when fitted with the optional 455 V8, at least by mid-seventies standards. That’s how this 1975 model here on Craigslist is equipped, but… more»
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Cheap Thrills! 36 Volt Power Crazy Cart
Adding a high-performance motor to just about anything with wheels that’s more often than not push-powered sounds like a good idea in theory, but the challenge sometimes is figuring out how to practically turn that thought into a meaningful… more»
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Future SS Clone? 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
As one of the best-selling automobiles in 1972, there are still plenty of Chevrolet Chevelles from the period in the marketplace at any given time. However, what’s rare is finding one that’s been with the original owner until earlier… more»
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Unique Engine Swap: 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
If I had a dollar for every classic I’ve seen upgraded from a six-cylinder motor to a V8, I could probably afford to bid on this 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. What makes this classic unusual is that the seller… more»
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Documented 6,600 Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Corvair
Chevrolet entered the 1960s with an unorthodox compact car by Detroit standards of the day. That was the Corvair with its air-cooled, rear-mounted flat-six engine. By the end of the decade, demand had trickled off for a variety of… more»
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Elegant Project: 1932 Studebaker Dictator Regal Convertible Sedan Model 62
The name of this car is about as long as its 117″ wheelbase, but then, the 1930s gave rise to plenty of wordy model descriptions. Offering a car in a half dozen body styles and another half dozen trim… more»
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Rock-Solid Project: 1962 Chevrolet Impala
If you don’t mind getting your hands dirty, knocking out a few dings and dents, and wielding a spray gun, this 1962 Chevrolet Impala deserves a close look. It runs and drives well, featuring its original V8, a rebuilt… more»
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302/3-Speed: 1972 Ford Mustang Hardtop
This 1972 Ford Mustang caught my eye for a simple reason: it’s a Hardtop. Most of the post-1971 First Generation Mustangs crossing our desks at Barn Finds are Fastbacks, which is unsurprising since the desirable Mach 1 was only… more»
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HiPo 383 V8 Project: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
Besides the Pontiac GTO (1964), the Plymouth Road Runner (1968) was perhaps the biggest hit of the muscle car era. Based on the B-body Belvedere, the Road Runner began as a budget muscle machine compared to the upscale GTX… more»
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32k Original Miles: 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
The immaculate presentation of this 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is unsurprising, as it shows a genuine 32,000 miles on the odometer. It is largely unmolested, and its affordability adds to its appeal. The buyer could slip behind the wheel immediately,… more»
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Silvercrest Roof: 1959 Imperial Southhampton
So, when is a Chrysler not a Chrysler but still a Chrysler? In 1955 (and for the years ahead), Chrysler Corp. took all Chrysler badging off the Imperials, hoping to better position them against Cadillac and Lincoln. It was… more»
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Original Paint: 1957 Ford Fairlane 500
Over the years, Ford has always been a close (or not so close) second to Chevrolet in automobile sales. But one exception occurred in 1957 when Ford beat Chevy by just 7,000 units, no doubt because the Fords were… more»
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North Of The Border Find: 1962 Imperial Crown
Some cars make a huge visual statement, and I’d suggest that anything penned by Chrysler head stylist Virgil Exner dominates in the standout category. Love or hate his designs, such as this 1962 Imperial Crown, you know his work… more»
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Top Down Cruising: 1966 Dodge Dart GT
Dodge redesigned its compact cars in 1963 and changed the name from Lancer to Dart (the former was a slow seller). That first generation in a smaller package ran through 1966 with minor styling changes from year to year…. more»
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Shoebox Stored 63 Years: 1950 Ford Drop-Top
In the years immediately following World War II, American-made automobiles were largely retreads of pre-war models. While Ford production resumed in 1946, its first all-new cars didn’t arrive until 1949 as design and retooling finally came through (the same… more»
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National Traveler Conversion: 1985 Dodge Ram Van B250
Lately, I’ve been giving more thought to the possibility of one day owning a Sprinter-type van with four-wheel drive and an upfitted interior. It’s a bit of a pipe dream at the moment, but after a recent trip to… more»
