Diego’s AutoHunter Picks | ClassicCars.com Magazine
Found a cool one It's a great feeling to be online with a car and have the opportunity to buy it. Whatever the reason, it's the same shame not being able to buy it. The silver lining is that if you miss an opportunity but still open yourself up to the world, another great opportunity will cross your path. On the other hand, I recommend you investigate these AutoHunter picks before they pass you by. If the timing isn't right for you, you can count on me to offer four new opportunities in a week. 1964 Mercury Park Lane RaidersThe Mercury brand has been something of an oddity during this time, finally finding its feet after a few years at the lower end of the market. Topline Park Lane returned after a few years' hiatus, and the Marauder submodel that debuted in mid-1963 introduced a "fast-top" roofline for those who didn't like the Breezeway roofline (and those who liked NASCAR).…
Diego’s AutoHunter Picks
when i'm getting ready Heading to Chicago for the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals, I was in a muscle car mindset. But look at the vehicles below and you'll see there's only one muscle car. It's the least I can do since strong muscle car content is coming. But seriously, who can say no to the Acura NSX? I'd love to drive one. The Gasser is equally new, although I can't say I'd enjoy driving it. Mercury and Pontiac sit in the middle of the two, both powerful in different ways. Which of the four do you prefer? 1959 Mercury Park LaneThe Mercury of the late 1950s would not have been popular with those who were interested in it. By 1959, the Mercury was very similar to its Ford sibling, abandoning show car styling. At the top of the tier is Park Lane, which competes with the Buick Electra and Chrysler New Yorker. If you like catapult fins and upper-middle-class…
Diego’s AutoHunter Picks
if i watch onlineI noticed a lot of people praising the virtues of 1960s styling and design. While the decade was strong, I don't think it compares to the 1930s, which gave us several custom designs that led the way in automotive values (with the exception of a few race cars). Still, in my corrupt mind, the 1960s were strong not just in styling, but in the overall package. Typically this means performance, but it doesn't necessarily have to be. Do you think the AutoHunter picks below represent the highlights of the 1960s well? 1969 Pontiac GTO convertibleDo you prefer the 1968 one or the 1969 one? Curious to know! I'm indifferent to the taillights, although I think the 1968 grille might have had a slight edge (especially the exposed headlights). The '69's parking lights are better, but I prefer the '68's dash. Plus, the Hurst Dual/Gate was much cooler than what Pontiac was developing for '69. Regardless, this 1969…
Diego’s AutoHunter Picks | ClassicCars.com Magazine
there was a time There was a time when there was no respect for the flaws of age in the old car hobby, but today you get reviled for ruining the patina of an old car or whatnot. The archeology appreciated by experts and restorers does not always exist. This week's AutoHunter pick only has one vehicle with original paint, but it's worth mentioning for those who pay attention to these things. There's also a classic Mopar muscle car, a fun camper van and a lightly customized '50s Ford. Which one would you buy for your winter projects? 1968 Plymouth GTXDo you prefer the 1968 GTX or the 1969 GTX? I go back and forth on this issue. Of course, 1969 was a more refined year for marketing, equipment, and styling, but I really liked the stripes and nearly full-width taillights of 1968. 1968 was also the best-selling year for the GTX, with approximately 19,000 units sold. This 1968 GTX…
Diego’s AutoHunter Picks
This week I published A story about the Smothers Brothers Racing team and the only surviving race car of five. This got me interested in Oldsmobile, so this week's AutoHunter picks are all from Lansing (Michigan). To be honest, I've owned a 4-4-2 for nearly 30 years, so I'm familiar with the brand despite my loyalty to another. I'll tell you, my experience has given me a good idea of the greatness of Oldsmobile, even though it was sometimes just a second-tier brand compared to Chevy or Ford. There's no denying that Oldsmobile was a pinnacle brand back when GM was still a decentralized company. 1974 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale ConvertibleThe Shriners may be an interesting footnote to a bygone era (like The Simpsons), but they are a Masonic lodge, founded in 1872. The fraternity, known for its Middle Eastern iconography and parades, promotes self-improvement, community service and leadership, and active involvement in social and philanthropic causes. Why a biography?…
Diego’s AutoHunter Picks
AutoHunter Picks of the Week Made of American performance cars. Being fast is one thing, torque is another, and that's what makes American performance cars so great. One interesting thing about the latest AutoHunter car listed below is that this 1993 car is powered by a 300-horsepower small-block engine. That number may sound low today, but at the time it was enough to run with many cars from the glory days, and it outperformed all but a few 5.7-liter cars of the era. This means that, believe it or not, horsepower has made a comeback for more than 30 years. 1968 Dodge ChargerWhen it comes to the second-generation Charger, fans fall into either the 1968, 1969 or 1970 camps. Me? I like the 1969 model best, with its neat full-width taillights and grille divider that seems to add a smile to the front. However, the 1968 model is the original, and many people love the round taillights and turbine detailing…
Diego’s AutoHunter Picks
I'm not a fan Clones, but who am I to say what someone wants to do with his money and car? Also, clones allow you to drive a vehicle without having to worry about its pedigree, so they are perfect for those who want to race or drive without having to deal with a drag queen. Of the following AutoHunter picks, only the Camaro is a true clone; the LeMans gets a half-baked attempt, waiting for you to finish it (using Car and Driver 421 GTO as inspiration? ). The other two cannot be cloned, but they are both great choices for collectors who might be in the opposite position... Enjoy! 1964 Pontiac Le MansEverybody wanted a GTO, but few were satisfied with Le Mans. Early GTOs had the same powerful styling as the Goat, with one or two extra touches to make them stand out, like badging on the rear fender and engine emblems on the front fenders. The…
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