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Feature of the Month: 1970 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

Feature of the Month: 1970 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am

Various models of the Pontiac Firebird Trans Am were unveiled on American streets throughout the 1970s. Today, there is a continuing interest in the 1970 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am as people find ways to improve its classic features. Participants at the Hot Wheels Legends Tours have recently shown their appreciation for this legendary car.

How to Start a Classic Car Collection

How to Start a Classic Car Collection

Lots of classic car enthusiasts dream of having a beautifully restored collection of their favorite makes and models. With the advent of smart strategy and a targeted approach, building a classic car collection is definitely a dream that can happen. Planning and networking are the classic keys to collecting successfully.

How to Properly Care for Classic Cars

How to Properly Care for Classic Cars

Classic cars are distinctively built. Amidst all of the wonderful automation and advancements in today’s technology, the classic finish on these special cars is one thing that makes them treasures to behold. Due to their unique qualities, classic cars’ maintenance may differ slightly from that of regular automobiles. Below are a few tips on how one can properly care for these classic cars:

The Top Classic Car Shows in America

The Top Classic Car Shows in America

Americans have a deep love for automobiles. There are even designations for the differently aged models, much like fine wines and cheeses. The classic car moniker applies to vehicles over 20 years old. Antique cars are those over 45 years old, and vintage cars were...

What Makes a Car a Classic?

What Makes a Car a Classic?

Classic cars are beautiful pieces of machinery that drivers and avid collectors admire. But what makes a car a classic? The answer can differ from person to person, with some offering different criteria than others. It could be based on key qualities, qualifications,...

The Most Popular Classic Cars in the U.S.

The Most Popular Classic Cars in the U.S.

At a time when nostalgia is on the rise, classic cars are a cool reminder of the good old days. People flock to car shows just to be in the presence of old models of cars that either bring back sentimental memories or that just remind them of a simpler time. For car aficionados, they are also masterful works of engineering that either no longer exist or were the first of their kind. Some cars were made famous by making a cameo in an iconic movie or TV show, earning themselves top billing alongside their human costars. 

The Rarest Classic Cars in the World

The Rarest Classic Cars in the World

Classic cars are a type of niche that caters to a very exclusive, specific breed of aficionados and collectors. For those who can afford to own them, it’s a luxurious hobby. For people who are content to just admire, they can attend auto shows throughout the country or visit a variety of classic car museums around the US. For this breed of fan, there is an entire subculture. Within the classic car genre, there are even subsets of fans who love to focus on specific eras or various features of certain limited edition car models. One thing that most enthusiasts can agree upon is that the more of a rarity a car is, the more value it has in the classic car world. 

Feature Of The Month: 1955 Pontiac Chieftain

Feature Of The Month: 1955 Pontiac Chieftain

General Motors began producing unique cars around the 1950s. During this time, one of the most liked but undervalued cars was the 1955 Pontiac Chieftain. The Chieftain was in the shadow of the more popular GM models including the Bel-Air, El Camino, and the Nomad. The...