The 1964 Impala had a pretty major contribution to the major sales record reached by Chevy’s new superstar in 1965, as it helped the car exceed 1 million sold units in a single year. But at the same time, it was also one of the best-selling Impalas anyway, despite the rather subtle refinements that it … Read more
I don’t know about you, but the 1961 Impala is this fantastic nameplate’s absolute best model year. 1961 witnessed the introduction of the mesmerizing Impala SS, the performance treatment that eventually turned Chevrolet’s new sensation into, well, an even bigger sensation. The SS was officially known as Impala Super Sport Equipment Package, or RPO-240 in … Read more
Many auto enthusiasts agree that a vehicle’s greatness can be measured by how thrilling it feels behind the wheel. But I tend to disagree. A car’s greatness is best measured not only by how raucous it grips the tarmac but by the quality and design of the build. That said, love, at first sight might … Read more
Mustang was already Ford’s superstar in 1965, especially as the 1964 1/2 model was selling like hotcakes, and the carmaker was prepared for the first refresh as part of the next model year. But Thunderbird continued to be a head-turning machine, especially thanks to the more luxurious touch that it brought to the market. Fortunately … Read more
Built from 1963 to 1967, the Chevrolet Corvette C2 is a highly desirable classic for many reasons. For starters, it’s the shortest-lived iteration of the American sports car. Second, it’s the sexiest Corvette of the 1960s. Third, it was sold with some of Chevrolet’s most iconic V8 engines. I could go on with things like … Read more
What started as a murderous dictator’s dream of transporting the masses became a symbol of peace and love all over the globe. So, give me a second to put on my Hawaiian shirt, grab my Ukulele, and talk about the Volkswagen Beetle. I’ve said before, and I still believe that the Beetle is overrated. Yes, … Read more
When it comes to full-size cars from the 1960s, we often think about the Chevrolet Impala, the Cadillac Eldorado, Ford Galaxie, and Lincoln Continental. There’s also a variety of Chrysler models, including the 300 series and the New Yorker. And these vehicles usually grab all the attention on the classic car market nowadays.However, the list … Read more
Introduced in 1971 as a replacement for the Silver Shadow coupe, the Rolls-Royce Corniche remained in production for a whopping 24 years, until 1995. And just like its predecessor, it was purchased and driven by many celebrities. The list of famous people that had a Corniche in their garages is quite long and includes names … Read more
The Chevrolet Corvette is a car that needs no introduction. America’s favorite (and presently) only sports car impresses in the most current incarnation, but the nameplate is so powerful that even past iterations can steal the headlines on a constant basis.If you’re on the lookout for impressive Corvettes in various guises, then auctions are the … Read more
How many years of storage does it take to turn a beautiful classic into a rust bucket? Well, it depends on a few factors, but keeping a vehicle in a barn for 50 years is definitely a bad idea. On the flip side, dry storage is a far better option in the long run. And … Read more