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What have your favorite modern cars been over the last few decades? Maseratis and Lamborghinis? MINI Coopers and Jeeps? Learn about all your favorites in our modern cars section.

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1986 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

1986 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

Nothing terribly dramatic struck the Firebird lineup for 1986, yet sales took an impressive leap upward -- though this would be the final year in which production could be measured in six figures. Learn more about the 1986 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am in this article.

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1987 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA

1987 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA

High-performance aficionados gained a new choice-a beastly, if not nasty, GTA rendition of the long-lived Trans Am. Learn more about the 1987 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA in this article.

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1987 Shelby Charger GLH-S

1987 Shelby Charger GLH-S

The racier 1987 Shelby Charger GLH-S was a "Shelbyized" edition of the L-body Dodge hatchback coupe. Separate from Dodge's Charger this model was more powerful. Read about the styling and features of this collectible car.

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1987-1994 Jaguar XJ6

1987-1994 Jaguar XJ6

The 1987-1994 Jaguar XJ6 is considered to be the best-built Jaguar sedan ever made. Learn more about the quintessential 1987-1994 Jaguar XJ6 and learn about this smooth auto's pluses minuses specifications production facts engine types and more.

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1988 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA

1988 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA

By 1988, Pontiac Firebirds were proving less popular than Camaros, but they held a loyal following of buyers from different age groups, who relished its flashy styling and muscular performance. Learn more about the 1988 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am GTA in this article.

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1989 Pontiac Firebird 20th Anniversary Trans Am

1989 Pontiac Firebird 20th Anniversary Trans Am

Attempting to thwart the thieves who'd virtually declared war on Firebirds (and Camaros), GM installed a "pass key" deterrent system in all '89 models, following the lead of the GTA. Learn more about the 1989 Pontiac Firebird 20th Anniversary Trans Am in this article.

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1990 Aston Martin Virage

1990 Aston Martin Virage

The 1990 Aston Martin Virage was the replacement for the DB/AM V-8 the first model offered after Aston's 1987 takeover by Ford U.S. It offered high performance and svelte styling. The car was very expensive but it was not mass produced. Learn about this classic car.

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1990 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

1990 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

The 1990 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am ushered in a new decade with anticlimax. In what turned out to be a depressing year for sales, both safety and engines earned the greatest attention. Learn more about the details surrounding the 1990 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am.

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1990-2000 Lexus SC 300/400

1990-2000 Lexus SC 300/400

The 1990-2000 Lexus SC 300 and 400 was developed to be on par with a Mercedes -- at about half the cost. Learn more about the economic -- but fast -- 1990-2000 Lexus SC 300 and 400 including the pluses minuses production facts and more.

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1991 Pontiac Firebird Convertible

1991 Pontiac Firebird Convertible

Because the Banshee had proven popular with showgoers, Pontiac adapted its assertive snout to lead off a facelift. Learn more about the details surrounding the 1991 Pontiac Firebird Convertible.

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1993-1994 Pontiac Firebird

1993-1994 Pontiac Firebird

After a close call with extinction, the Firebird's future now seemed assured with the 1993 Pontiac Firebird. Learn more about the details surrounding the 1993-1994 Pontiac Firebirds in this article.

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1993-2000 Pontiac Firebird

1993-2000 Pontiac Firebird

The 1993-2000 Pontiac Firebird was similar to the Chevy Camaro with different styling and trim. Learn which production years saw new engines for the Firebirs plug get details about the body of this collectible car. Check out the article.

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1995-2000 Jaguar XJR

1995-2000 Jaguar XJR

The 1995-2000 Jaguar XJR is the collectible version of the first redesigned Jaguar XJ sedan under Ford ownership. Come discover more about this supercharged sedan's pluses minuses production facts specifications engine versions and more.

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1995-98 Nissan 200SX SE-R

1995-98 Nissan 200SX SE-R

The 1995-1998 Nissan 200SX SE-R are fun to drive and economical to purchase and own. Find out more about this practical and affordable sedan and discover the auto's positives negatives production facts specifications engine type and more.

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1998-2000 Bentley Continental

1998-2000 Bentley Continental

The 1998-2000 Bentley Continental featured handcrafted touches and enormous power -- all for around $300000. The Continental offered the handcrafted touches a buyer expected plus the thrill of acceleration. Learn about this classic car.

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1998-2008 Volkswagen Beetle

1998-2008 Volkswagen Beetle

The 1998-2008 Volkswagen Beetle had a bumpy journey from concept to production. Volkswagen resisted the idea of a resurrected Bug then nearly stopped the project early-on. Learn how the New Beetle went from the drawing board to instant sensation.

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2000 Jaguar XKR

2000 Jaguar XKR

The 2000 Jaguar XKR a 4-passenger luxury sports car was a superb supercharged variant of the “base” XK form. Come and discover this classy and lavish auto's pluses minuses production facts specifications engine types and more.

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2007 New York Auto Show

2007 New York Auto Show

The 2007 New York Auto Show gets full Consumer Guide coverage with reviews photos prices analysis and specifications on scores of new 2008 and 2009 cars trucks and SUVs.

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How Imperial Cars Work

How Imperial Cars Work

Imperial began as a Chrysler model but became its own make in 1955. Nevertheless, some of Imperial's best years as a separate make were its first. Learn about the rocky history of Imperial from Exner to Iacocca to Sinatra.

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How Mercury Cars Work

How Mercury Cars Work

For much of its life, Mercury has built cars that are upscale versions of Fords. The Mercury line of cars saw success from the get-go. Find out more about Mercury's origins and models like the Cougar.

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