-Dodge Dart GT convertibles and hardtops 1963-66. Dodge Dart GT hardtops and convertibles are attractive buys for those looking for bulletproof mechanicals and pleasing style. Like their Valiant counterparts, these cars come with the unburstable slant-6 or, beginning in 1964, an optional 273 c.i.d. V-8. Brownell suggestss you inspect carefully for body rot and rust before buying as these unit-body cars can cost more than they're worth to correct severe body problems. Mechanical parts are abundant and the cars require no coddling or high maintenance.
-Ford Torino GT 1968-70. A "sleeper" among Fords, the fastback, hardtop and convertible models are the sporty series of Fairlane 500 models. They carried all the standard Fairlane 500 bells and whistles plus a 210 bhp 302 V-8, bucket seats, special badging and exterior trim and deluxe wheel covers. As with many cars of the period, watch out for rusty bodies.
-Ford Bronco 1966-68. Brownell's calls this his "wild card" pick. Offered in three body styles -- roadster, sports utility and wagon -- the compact 4x4 rode on a 92-inch wheelbase, used a 2-speed Dana transfer case, had a GVW rating of 3,900 pounds, and a square-rigged body mounted on a traditional box-section frame.Early Broncos are prone to severe rust problems making a thorough check of the body and chassis necessary before purchase.