Autos

The 1970s produced some unforgettable cars, but it was also a difficult decade for the American auto industry. Emissions regulations, fuel shortages, rising insurance costs,…

The 1980s produced plenty of memorable cars, but not every classic from the decade is worth buying today. Some suffered from fragile engines, complicated electronics,…

Some movie cars became bigger than the films that made them famous. Their distinctive shapes, memorable scenes, and starring roles turned them into cultural icons…

DeSoto built some fascinating American cars, but buying one today requires more care than simply finding the cheapest example available. The brand disappeared decades ago,…

Mercury produced plenty of comfortable cruisers, but the brand also built some surprisingly quick cars that could hold their own against better-known performance models. Some…

Large American luxury cars were once everywhere, but their enormous size eventually made them unfashionable. Many were driven hard, parked outside, and eventually scrapped, leaving…

AMC may be remembered for quirky styling and unusual ideas, but the company also built some remarkably durable cars and trucks. Many relied on straightforward…

Big American luxury cars can be wonderfully comfortable, but size alone does not make an old land yacht a good buy. Rust, complicated equipment, thirsty…

A classic convertible can be one of the most enjoyable cars to own, but an attractive body and folding roof can hide expensive problems. Rust,…

Buick has spent decades building cars known for comfort, smooth engines, and relaxed highway manners, but some models also earned respect for their mechanical durability.…