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AutoHunter Spotlight: 2019 Chevrolet Corvette Z51

During the 2014 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) in Detroit, the all-new seventh-generation Chevrolet Corvette Stingray was crowned the “North American Car of the Year.” The other two...

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Pick of the Day: 1949 Ford F1 Pickup

What happens when you paint an old pickup truck with a color that was inspired by an exotic island destination? As it turns out, the outcome of such an unlikely pairing makes for an attractive...

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AutoHunter Spotlight: 1958 Pontiac Chieftain

On April 30, 1958, Mary Alice Teagardin traded in her 1951 Chevrolet two-door delivery for a brand-new 1958 Pontiac Chieftain. Haydocy Pontiac in Columbus, Ohio, gave her $263.55 in trade for her...

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Pick of the Day: 2003 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra 10th Anniversary

Imagine being able to teleport yourself to 2003 to buy a brand-new Mustang from over two decades ago. The cherry on top: The car isn’t even yet “dealer-prepped” – it comes with the protective plastics...

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AutoHunter Spotlight: 1977 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

The pony car segment, which the Ford Mustang launched in the mid-1960s, saw fierce competition. Chevrolet’s rival to the Mustang was the Camaro, and for about the first decade that the two were...

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Pick of the Day: 1967 Shelby Cobra Replica

In a recent story about the Martin Auto Museum in Phoenix, we showcased an extremely rare 1965 Shelby Cobra (signed by the legendary Carroll Shelby himself) as one of the “crown jewels” of the...

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Interesting Finds: 1993 Audi 90CS Quattro Sport

We love to see automotive enthusiasm among the next generation of car collectors. One of the many standout vehicles showcased at the Future Collector Car Show (FCCS) this past October was a 1993 Audi...

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AutoHunter Spotlight: 1977 Lincoln Continental Coupe

According to a sales database assembled by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), the popularity of the 8-track tape peaked in 1978 with $4.4 billion in revenues (about 22.9 percent of...

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Pick of the Day: 1955 Studebaker Champion

Studebaker’s history runs deep in the transportation industry. The company was first incorporated in 1868 as a coachbuilder for wagons and buggies. By the early 1900s, Studebaker began dabbling in...

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A Million-Mile Honda Accord – And Counting

When I got into my friend Justin’s 2003 Honda Accord recently to take it for a spin, the odometer read 59,030 miles. If I didn’t know any better, I would’ve taken that reading at face value – after...

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Interesting Finds: 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo II

To quote a line spoken by Doc Brown in the classic 1985 movie, Back to the Future: “Roads? Where we’re going, we don’t need roads.” Michael Latimer of Chandler, Arizona, can say the same thing....

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Pick of the Day: 1978 Volkswagen Bus

Few vehicles from automotive history are revered as much as the Volkswagen Bus when it comes to all-around versatility. The Bus – with its unmistakable lines and multi-purpose mission – has been...

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Import Showcase: Standout Classics on Display in Phoenix

Arizona has become an epicenter of classic-car activity in the southwest region as the Kyusha Club continues to build momentum with its regularly scheduled meetups. The club (which in reality is much...

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Pick of the Day: 1991 Nissan 300ZX

When it launched 1990, the “Z32”-chassis Nissan 300ZX was admired by journalists and motorists alike for its aerodynamic wind-cutting shape – and it had the performance to back up that sexy...

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AutoHunter Spotlight: 1972 Chevrolet C10 Custom Deluxe

Have you ever heard of the C10 Nationals? Dubbed “America’s Truck Event,” the program has been going on since 2018 and is gaining momentum around the country. C10 Nationals is geared toward Chevrolet...

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Pick of the Day: 1949 Ford 2-Door Convertible

Imagine the world of 1949. America was emerging from World War II, and the postwar boom was fueling economic and industrial growth. Pop culture trends gave rise to new music and a growing television...

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AutoHunter Spotlight: 1969 AMC AMX

Most, if not all, automakers today frown on the use of aftermarket parts. In fact, a vehicle manufacturer can explicitly deny warranty coverage if a modification or aftermarket part contributed to a...

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Revving Up Community Spirit: Pavilions Visit with Neighbors

How lucky I am! Sometimes it’s tough to find like-minded people who can appreciate a few hours of car talk. There are several people who live on my street who “get it,” and I finally got a chance to...

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Pick of the Day: 1985 BMW 635CSi

Now 91 years old, Paul Bracq has made a significant impact in the automotive world. The French designer was appointed Design Director at BMW in 1970 and played a role in the development of at least...

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Interesting Finds: 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit Hemi V8

Every vehicle has a story to tell, and sometimes, an inquisitive owner can find a treasure trove of information by researching a car’s VIN history and the available documentation. That’s what happened...

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