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1958 Rambler American: Second Chance at Life

In: Sports/Custom/Classic Cars (general)

By: Bob Tomaine

Unusual cars are often defended as having been ahead of their time. For Nash's 1950 Rambler, it was partly true, as its time - and more success - came again years later. more...

Best Looking German Cars of 2009

In: European Sports Cars

By: Christian Nathler

If there ever was a year where one country dominated the rest based on vehicle allure, this would be it. In 2009, the Germans truly swept the design competition. more...

1970-72 Chevrolet Monte Carlo: New, Adaptable

In: Sports/Custom/Classic Cars (general)

By: Bob Tomaine

Launched as Chevrolet's 1970 entry in the personal luxury car market, the Monte Carlo coupe hit its target and more. more...

Abarth 500

In: European Sports Cars

By: Simon McBride

Thanks to the Success of the Abarth Grande Punto, the Fiat Group has launched the Abarth 500, the Abarth brand is back with a bang. more...

Audi TT 2.0TDI Quattro - Test Drive

In: European Sports Cars

By: Simon McBride

The trendy Audi TT sport car has been such a success that the German maker has made it frugal by powering it with diesel. more...

Ford Focus RS - Test Drive

In: European Sports Cars

By: Simon McBride

A legend has returned, in the shape of the Ford Focus RS, the Blue Oval has revived its RS badge and if it looks as good as it drives then this car will be mega. more...

Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution GSR FQ300 SST

In: Japanese Sports Cars

By: Simon McBride

Mitsubishi has introduced the tenth edition of the legendary Evolution in the guise of the new Lancer Evolution X and it is every bit that of its predecessors...and more. more...

1947 Plymouth: Reliable, Pleasant

In: Sports/Custom/Classic Cars (general)

By: Bob Tomaine

The 1946 Plymouth was the first built after World War II and was based on the 1942 model. It would continue into the first series of 1949. more...

Buick Riviera: Power With Grace

In: Sports/Custom/Classic Cars (general)

By: Bob Tomaine

When it appeared in 1963, Buick's personal luxury car was a striking design. The 1966 Riviera wore all new - and equally attractive - styling. more...

Tri-Cities, WA Autos Shine in Summer Car Shows

In: Classic Car Shows/Clubs

By: Cheryl Probst

Summer isn't just for swimming or fishing. In the Tri-Cities area of southeastern Washington, it means car shows. From parks to parking lots, it means lots of car shows. more...

1954 Kaiser Darrin: A Rare Fiberglass Sports Car

In: Sports/Custom/Classic Cars (general)

By: Bob Tomaine

The Kaiser Darrin roadster arrived at the wrong time, as Kaiser Motors Corporation was dealing with survival. more...

1954 Chrysler Windsor: The Last Of A Long Line

In: Sports/Custom/Classic Cars (general)

By: Bob Tomaine

Chrysler had relied exclusively on flatheads from its first car in 1924 through 1951, when it introduced its hemi V-8. more...

1970 Buick Electra 225 Custom: Power and Luxury

In: Sports/Custom/Classic Cars (general)

By: Bob Tomaine

Buick has long been known for quality full-size cars. A 1970 Electra 225 Custom convertible is one of the best examples. more...

1959 Ford Station Wagon: Right For The Time

In: Sports/Custom/Classic Cars (general)

By: Bob Tomaine

In just a decade, the Ford station wagon had gone from charmingly rustic to stylishly comfortable. Sales confirmed the wisdom of Ford's decision. more...

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