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23Mar By Brian CoreyNo Comments
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March 23, 1968 – The Lincoln Continental Mark III is introduced

1971 Continental Mark III. By DaveLphx8 - CC BY-SA 4.0 Hoping to woo race fans at the 12 Hours of Sebring, Lincoln introduced their new flagship model, The Continental Mark III, on this day in 1968. The development of the Mark III can be traced back to 1965 when Lee Iacocca, then vice president of Ford's car and truck group, tasked a design team with creating a high-end vehicle that would compete with European luxury brands. Iacocca was known for his bold and imaginative ideas, and in this case, he famously said, "Put a Rolls-Royce grille on a Thunderbird." This statement was the inspiration behind the design of the Mark III. The result was a stylish and sophisticated car that was unlike anything else on the market. Continental Mark III. By GPS 56 from New Zealand CC BY 2.0 It a...
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March 13, 1947 – The Maserati A6 1500, the company’s first production car, debuts
13Mar By Brian CoreyNo Comments
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March 13, 1947 – The Maserati A6 1500, the company’s first production car, debuts

The first Maserati A6 1500 prototype with bodywork by Pinin Farina Luxury Italian automaker Maserati has a long and storied history that dates back to the early years of auto racing in the 1910s. After decades of engineering some of the fastest cars on the planet for many of the world's most successful drivers, Maserati set its sights on production cars. Development of the first Maserati for road use began in 1941, but halted due to the Second World War. Once the bullets stopped flying, attention returned to the project. These efforts led to the Maserati A6 1500, the company's first production vehicle. The first chassis, bodied by Pinin Farina, debuted at the Geneva Salon International de l'Auto on this day in 1947. 1947 Maserati A6 1500. By Herranderssvensson - CC BY-SA 3.0 ...
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Top 5 ~ Barn Find Cars Edition ~ This Week’s Craiglist Classic Cars for March 13, 2023
13Mar By Brian CoreyNo Comments
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Top 5 ~ Barn Find Cars Edition ~ This Week’s Craiglist Classic Cars for March 13, 2023

Who doesn't love a good barn find? While we would all surely love to come across a rare barn find Mopar muscle car, prewar Duenseberg or -- hey, I'll take a cool station wagon, please -- we can't all be so lucky. However, that shouldn't stop you from looking for some rusty and dusty metal hidden away in a barn, field, warehouse or otherwise. Let's clear the air, applying barn find terminology doesn't always mean the car is found in a barn. The moniker generally applies to any car that's simply been sitting or seen better days, just like these Craigslist barn find cars for sale. Check out the video below and scroll down to find links and a bit more information on each cheap classic car for sale. Be sure to subscribe on YouTube for the latest finds and more automotive history! Barn F...
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Top 5 Craigslist Finds – Week of March 6, 2023 – 4×4 Edition + Bonus!
6Mar By Brian CoreyNo Comments
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Top 5 Craigslist Finds – Week of March 6, 2023 – 4×4 Edition + Bonus!

This week we tackle the trails with some cool Craigslist 4x4s. Which one gets your engine revving? Watch the video below for more information and then scroll down to find links to each of the listings. 1946 Jeep for sale: https://denver.craigslist.org/cto/d/henderson-1946-jeep-willys-ls-swap/7593217009.html 1975 Chevy Blazer for sale: https://hickory.craigslist.org/cto/d/hickory-1975-k20-chevrolet-suburban/7596103618.html 1967 Land Rover for sale: https://redding.craigslist.org/cto/d/redding-price-reduced-1967-land-rover/7596295769.html 1959 Willys truck for sale: https://redding.craigslist.org/cto/d/redding-1959-jeep-willys/7594394512.html 1986 Ford Bronco for sale: https://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/d/holdenville-1986-ford-bronco-rock/7593022967.html 1958 ...
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Top 5 Craigslist Cars: Week of February 27, 2023- Station Wagon Edition
27Feb By Brian CoreyNo Comments
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Top 5 Craigslist Cars: Week of February 27, 2023- Station Wagon Edition

In this week's Top 5 we're dropping the tail gate on five station wagons for sale on Craigslist. These are not your average grocery-getters! Whether you're seeking a rare project or a cool cruiser, we're covering all our bases. From Citroen to Chevy, let's take a look. Watch the video below and then find the links to each Craigslist station wagon below. 1953 Ford Customline This cruiser is pretty clean, but the seller states it needs a little bit of bodywork, presumably due to a recent incident. However, they don't show the damage! It's listed on Craigslist near Pittsburgh for $10,000 and they're open to trades. 1963 Citroen Safari Here's true barn find you wouldn't expect out of Portland, Oregon! The seller makes no claims about the mechanical condition of the...
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Top Craigslist Cars for Sale – Week of February 20, 2023
20Feb By Brian CoreyNo Comments
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Top Craigslist Cars for Sale – Week of February 20, 2023

This week's Top 5 Craigslist classic car sales list is quite eclectic, ranging from projects to pristine, but they're all quite affordable. Check out the video for a description and then find links to each of these classic project cars for sale below. The links to each of these Craigslist cars for sale are found below. Contact the sellers directly if you have any questions about these classic cars for sale or are interested in purchasing them! Tell us which one is your favorite in the YouTube comments and be sure to hit subscribe! 1941 Buick for sale ~~~ 1984 Dodge Rampage for sale ~~~ 1962 Chevy Impala for sale ~~~ 1963 VW Dune Buggy for sale ~~~ 1970 Chevelle Wagon for sale The Joys of Classic Car Ownership Collecting classic cars can bring a great deal of joy ...
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February 16, 1906 – The (possibly) first use of a checkered flag to end an auto race
16Feb By Brian CoreyNo Comments
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February 16, 1906 – The (possibly) first use of a checkered flag to end an auto race

The Vanderbilt Cup races of the early 20th century were among the most prestigous of events in the early days of motoring. The daring races captured hearts and minds of drivers and spectators alike, starting in 1904. However at the 1906 race in Nassau County, New York, something happened that would forever change auto racing history (probably). According to VanderbiltCupRaces.com, race starter Fred Wagner waved a checkered flag as Darracq driver Louis Wagner crossed the finish line in first place on this day in 1906. This is apparently the first use of such a flag, a tradition that has lasted ever since. The event is pictured above. Willie K. Vanderbilt can be seen saluting the winning driver.
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Top 5 Craigslist Cars – Week of Feb 13, 2023 – 1980s Edition!
13Feb By Brian CoreyNo Comments
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Top 5 Craigslist Cars – Week of Feb 13, 2023 – 1980s Edition!

We're going back to the '80s for today's Top 5 Craigslist Cars! Our short list covers three continents and an array of drive forms (4x4, FWD and RWD), so we're sure to have something for everyone. Watch the video below for our classic car market take on these 1980s Craigslist cars and find the links to each listing below. Be sure to subscribe to the YouTube Channel to see all our cool finds. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MPLmKKORZ4M 1980 Mercedes Benz 300 TD Wagon This wagon is a true gem, and it even runs on vegetable oil! OK, you can use diesel too, no problem. It's had plenty of work done to it, making it a steal at $4,500. With minimal rust, a super clean interior and plenty of life left, this Craigslist station wagon is a Mercedes collector's dream. Right? Maybe I a...
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February 10, 1989 – The Mazda Miata MX-5 debuts
10Feb By Brian CoreyNo Comments
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February 10, 1989 – The Mazda Miata MX-5 debuts

Mazda Miata (NA) Ah, the history of the Mazda Miata MX-5. A little roadster with a big personality. This car has been turning heads and putting smiles on drivers' faces since it debuted at the Chicago Auto Show on this day in 1989. It all started in the 80s, when the folks at Mazda started feeling a bit nostalgic for the classic British roadsters of the '60s. So, they decided to build their own, with a Japanese twist. The result was the MX-5 Miata, a compact, lightweight sports car that was designed to be fun and affordable, and it was. When it first hit the lot it had a starting price of about $14,000. JDM version, the Mazda Roadster The first generation of the Miata, the NA, was a hit from the get-go. With its snappy handling, quick acceleration, and drop-top fun, the Miata qui...
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Fair Priced First Gen 1960 El Camino Needs TLC
1Feb By Brian CoreyNo Comments
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Fair Priced First Gen 1960 El Camino Needs TLC

Tender loving care? No, more like tools, labor and cash. However, this 1960 Chevrolet El Camino for sale is likely worth it. Yes, it's a non-running project, but a lot of the parts and pieces to get it moving appear to be present. Found on Craigslist near Omaha, this one of 14,163 second year El Camino could be yours for just $8,800. With finished examples going for as much as $70,000, this could be the start of something special, or at least a wicked daily driver. The add is linked below. First introduced for 1959 as a competitor to the Ford Ranchero, the Brookwood station wagon based El Camino only lasted two years before getting the boot by Chevrolet. All that despite outselling Ford's ute. It would return for 1964 on the Chevelle platform, but let's not get ahead of ourselves. ...
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