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When the 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco redefined sporty economy
The 1978 Volkswagen Scirocco arrived at a moment when drivers were being told to choose between fun and frugality, and it quietly refused to accept that trade. By wrapping…
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Why the 1971 Pontiac GTO marked the end of an era
The 1971 Pontiac GTO arrived just as the original muscle car formula was starting to unravel, and it shows in every line of its story. Power was still on…
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How the 1975 Maserati Merak chased a wider audience
The 1975 Maserati Merak arrived as a mid‑engined Italian exotic that tried to be less intimidating and more attainable than the brand’s purebred supercars. Instead of chasing only wealthy…
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When the 1976 Ford Gran Torino leaned into size
The 1976 Ford Gran Torino arrived at the tail end of Detroit’s big-car era, a moment when size was still a selling point even as fuel prices and regulations…
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