CONTENTS ISSUE 1 | 2013
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AMERICAN DREAMBOATS
Big domestic convertibles offer top-down thrills in a sea of luxury. If you want to own the road in style, Matt Stone argues you can’t go wrong with these nine examples.
THE CLASS OF ’63
1963 was a banner year for the American auto industry, as the Split-Window Corvette, Buick Riviera and Studebaker Avanti all hit the streets. Jerry Burton examines these landmark cars.
THE CAR HOARDERS
There’s a psychological fine line between collecting and hoarding, but the signs that one has crossed it are all too apparent, says Jonathan A. Stein.
THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT
Rob Sass and Dave Kinney have been watching the old car world and markets for years. Together they examine the happenings and trends of the last year.
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ON THE CUTTING EDGE
If it’s got four wheels and an engine, man will figure out a way to race it. Jeff Peek found himself deep in the throes of lawn mower rac- ing, and lived to tell the tale.
SHRUGGING OFF SANDY
When Jonathan A. Stein visited Long Island and Queens following Hurricane Sandy, he found destruction and resilience.
DEPARTMENTS
Publisher’s Letter Contributors Short Shifts Carini on Cars: Drive That Old Car Your Turn: Before and After Great Resources: Living with Ethanol Automobilia: Vintage Auto Magazines Ask Hagerty: VIN Decoding Marketwatch: Three from ’63
Collectors Foundation: Ensuring the Future of Classic Cars
Historic Vehicle Association: Ray Brown’s Hot Rod
Rearview Mirror: A Model A for the Whole Family
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