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Carroll Shelby is Smiling – The Segerstrom Shelby Event Center

Carroll Shelby is Smiling – The Segerstrom Shelby Event Center

By D. Brian Smith Photography: D. Brian Smith A Classic Industries coworker told me several months ago to go visit the Segerstrom Shelby Event Center, in Irvine, California, and several times thereafter over the passing months. Every time he mentioned it, I'd make a mental note to myself while responding to him with something like, "Yeah, I…

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1964-1973 Ford Mustang VIN Decoder – Easy to Use

1964-1973 Ford Mustang VIN Decoder – Easy to Use

Whether you're searching for a 1964-1973 Ford Mustang to purchase, or you already own one, it's very important that you know how to decode the Mustang's Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

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Decoding the Data Plate & VIN on a 1964.5 (Early 1965) Ford Mustang Is Easy

Decoding the Data Plate & VIN on a 1964.5 (Early 1965) Ford Mustang Is Easy

Recently, I published an article for the multitude of 1st Generation Mustang owners and enthusiasts (1964.5-1973) about decoding the 1964-1973 Mustang VIN. This article is specifically designed to enable 1964.5 Mustang (early 1965) caretakers and fans to decode the pony car's Data Plate.

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The Gold Digger – This ’55 Chevy Gasser Will Race Again

The Gold Digger – This ’55 Chevy Gasser Will Race Again

By D. Brian Smith Photography: Harry Meister & Ryan Brown The Gold Digger's journey began back in 2001 when a Mr. Ryan Brown had just crashed his 1967 Chevy Malibu. A young man, he was contemplating the meaning of life and wondering how he might rebuild his dream car on a budget while also going…

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