Car Models

Buicks of the 1950-52 period symbolized the postwar promise and sold a model for every budget. Buicks from this era featured flashy design elements such as the toothy appearance of the front grille. Learn more about the American icon 1950-52 Buick.

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The 1962-1996 Buick V-6 was originally built to save money over the production cost of the V-8. The V-6 was durable and adaptable which helped this engine last longer than all other engines of this era. Learn more about the efficient 1962-1996 Buick V-6.

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The 1965 Humber Sceptre Mark II was created by Humber a company known as "Britain's Buick." Unfortunately when the Sceptre was introduced Chrysler was already in the beginning stages of buying the company. Read more about the 1965 Humber Sceptre Mark II.

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The 1938 Studebaker State President coupe was redesigned to increase sales, and many still regard the model as one of the best Studebakers of all time. The President offered magnificent motoring at bargain prices. Read more about this smooth ride.

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The 1940 Oldsmobile Series 90 Custom Cruiser Sedan moved Oldsmobile into what we would now call the "near-luxury" market. If the four-door car had a weakness it had to be the old 257.1-cid L-head straight eight. Check out this classic car.

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The 1955-1956 Ford Fairlane Crown Victoria was the crowning gem of the bright two-tone and chrome era. One of the most imaginative cars of an imaginative decade, it took off for the heavens in looks - but never in sales. Learn about this iconic car!

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The 1936 Singer Le Mans is a standout among the Singer line and the last year of this racing model. Although the Singer company started out with making bicycles, they made this roadster travel at speeds up to 90 mph. Learn more about this sleek car.

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The 1932 Hudson Greater Eight Standard Special Coupe entered the market at the height of the Great Depression. Despite its compelling features, prevailing economic conditions made for slow sales. Learn more about these handsomely styled cars.

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Jaguar cars come alive in these profiles pictures and specifications of Jaguar's hottest sports models. Learn about the sexy Jaguar XKE the LeMans-winning D-Type and C-Type racers and the classic SS 100 roadster.

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The Jaguar XKE, revealed in 1961, was a roadgoing race car that delighted drivers and reviewers. This car featured a race-proven twin-cam engine four-speed gearbox and all-wheel disc brakes. Find out what it's like to drive a Jaguar XKE.

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The 1940 Packard One Twenty club sedan had a distinctive look and updated amenities. The unmistakable Packard look was subtly altered with small side grilles which made them appear wider when seen from the front. Learn more about this stylish car.

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The 1955 Ford Thunderbird had style in spades owing to its low two-seat bodywork. Though it was inspired by the many foreign sports cars, the Thunderbird was built like a little luxury car. Learn more about this stylish powerful American classic.

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The 1956 Chevrolet One-Fifty was built for speed. With the first of the famous "Duntov" cams, dual four-barrel carbs, lightweight valves and larger intake and exhaust ports, it was good for 225 bhp at 5200 rpm. Check out this no-frills speedster.

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The new 1935-36 Pontiac line featured more streamlined Art Deco machines. These models ushered in a design cue destined to be a trademark for the division for more than 20 years: the famed "Silver Streak." Learn more about this curvy cruiser.

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The arrival of the Jeep Wagoneer in the fall of 1962 was tremendously important for Jeep. In fact its arrival was a defining event for an entire class of vehicles that would spring up over the next 40 years. Check out this revolutionary vehicle.

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The 1939 Buick Century had one more horsepower than a Cadillac and several industry innovations. This "first muscle car" combined a small body with a 120 horsepower straight eight-cylinder engine. Find out more about the 1939 Buick Century.

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The 1957 Chevrolet Two-Ten Townsman station wagon is often overlooked but has much to offer to collectors. This car featured power steering AM radio and an engine capable of producing 283 bhp. Find out more about this collectible car.

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The 1928 Studebaker President, equipped with an eight-cylinder engine, was a racy departure for Studebaker. This car fulfilled the Studebaker President's goal of offering the finest eight-cylinder car in the world. Learn more about the 1928 Studebaker.

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The 1971-1976 Pontiac models marked the end of a successful era of large performance-oriented cars. Government-mandated emissions standards and rising insurance rates cut into sales of high-performance cars. Follow the Pontiac story in the early 1970s.

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The 1938 Cadillac Sixty-Special was one of the great designs of Thirties and a milestone for Cadillac styling. Power was provided by an L-head V-8 putting out 135 bhp. Learn the history of the 1938 Cadillac.

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The 1955 Lincoln Capri saw model-year improvements, but sales were dismal in an otherwise booming year. Learn all about the 1955 Lincoln Capri.

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The 1947 Chevrolet Fleetline Aerosedan was Chevrolet's most popular model in 1947. This car featured fastback styling which was in high demand in the 1940s. This led to increased sales. Learn all about the two-door 1947 Chevrolet Fleetline Aerosedan.

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The 1958 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 featured a redesigned exterior that strayed from popular designs of the time. Higher bumpers, a jet-intake grille, and a revised roof made this car appealing to the eye of many buyers. Check out the 1958 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88.

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The 1949 Lincoln Convertible Coupe came in three body styles: coupe four-door sedan and convertible. Many design elements were borrowed from the Mercury line of cars, which is Lincoln's sister division in the Ford Company. See the 1949 Lincoln Convertible Coupe.

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The 1930 Chrysler 70 Roadster was the result of an instinct that saved the Chrysler Company. Walter Chrysler had an instinct to revamp his product line in 1930. It was an instinct that paid off. Learn more about the dreamy 1930 Chrysler 70 Roadster.

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