Yearly Archives: 2025

1963 Buick Riviera – Personal Luxury at its Finest

1963 Buick Riviera – Personal Luxury at its Finest
When the Buick Riviera debuted on October 4, 1962, as a 1963 model, it wasn't just a new car — it was a bold statement. Designed to take on the popular Ford Thunderbird in the burgeoning personal luxury car market, the Riviera introduced a distinctively elegant and sporty persona to the Buick brand. With its clean Coke-bottle styling, refined performance, and luxurious four-seat cabin, the Riviera redefined what it meant to drive a premium American coupe.
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Classic Industries’ Teammates American Muscle Machines

Classic Industries’ Teammates American Muscle Machines
Though we spend our five- and six-day work weeks catering to the needs of our honored customers who own and are working on, driving, showing, and enjoying American muscle machines, many Classic Industries employees are wrenching away, driving, and enjoying our own vintage vehicles in our free time. Some of us drive our old cars daily. 
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1970-1977 Ford Maverick: History, Specifications, and Options

1970-1977 Ford Maverick: History, Specifications, and Options
The Ford Maverick, introduced in April 1969 as a 1970 model, marked a key moment in Ford Motor Company's evolution. Positioned between the era of muscle cars and the dawn of smaller, more fuel-efficient vehicles, the Maverick was Ford's answer to growing demand for economical, compact cars—especially in response to competition from imports like the Volkswagen Beetle and Toyota Corolla. Over its production run from 1970 to 1977, the Maverick carved out a niche as a stylish yet practical alternative in the compact car segment.
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Mopar VIN Decoder & Fender Tag Decoder: A-Body, B-Body, & E-Body Specs

Mopar VIN Decoder & Fender Tag Decoder: A-Body, B-Body, & E-Body Specs
The golden era of American muscle cars brought us some of the coolest vehicles in automotive history, with Mopar — a combination of "Motor" and "Parts" under Chrysler — leading the charge. Between 1960 and 1976, Mopar manufactured a wide array of A-body, B-body, and E-body cars under its Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth divisions. These included legendary models like the Charger, Challenger, Barracuda, Road Runner, Super Bee, GTX, Dart, and Duster. Enthusiasts and restorers alike often rely on decoding information such as VINs, fender tags, and broadcast sheets to verify originality, specs, and authenticity. Below, we've provided a detailed VIN decoder and step-by-step guide to help you learn more about your classic Mopar car.
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