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What Model Year is That? You Might be Surprised

ROAD&TRACK -- Blame the economy, or better engineering. The fact is, more and more people are looking to save money by holding onto their vehicles for a longer period of time. Thankfully, this doesn’t mean you have to drive around in the automotive equivalent of a beehive hairdo or bell-bottom jeans just to save a buck.
Some cars are simply graced with timeless good looks. Put one in your garage, and you might start getting calls from Hollywood celebs seeking the latest anti-aging advice. Sound engineering and clever styling are not mutually exclusive, no matter your budget.
There are plenty of choices out there for car buyers not afraid of long-term commitment. Here are our top picks for cars guaranteed to grow old gracefully.

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Submitted Aug 21, 2010 By: Lou08

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POLELANE Champion Author Ohio Posts:7,148 Points:828,370 Joined:Mar 2008	Message Posted: Aug 23, 2010 10:47:21 PM Ignore POLELANE Report Abuse Uh, OK I guess; but some of these just aren't making sense to me just now.
kelsielee Champion Author Atlanta Posts:3,389 Points:672,025 Joined:Sep 2008	Message Posted: Aug 23, 2010 10:18:10 PM Ignore kelsielee Report Abuse Despite what others have said, I like the Prius best of those on the list.
jeskibuff Champion Author Tampa Posts:5,301 Points:984,460 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: Aug 22, 2010 8:20:07 PM Ignore jeskibuff Report Abuse Boyrr said: "Mini Copper?" Would that be a policemen who after pulling you over for speeding has to stand on a foot stool to pass the ticket through the window to you?
jeskibuff Champion Author Tampa Posts:5,301 Points:984,460 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: Aug 22, 2010 8:18:12 PM Ignore jeskibuff Report Abuse A Ford Mustang "timeless"?? In just a few years, they start showing their age as the owners give up the battle of trying to maintain them. Those who decide to breathe life into one of the "vintage" clunkers ('65,'68,etc.) end up with a car that they just drive to shows. Any more mileage than that and they just rapidly disintegrate.
Bussman Champion Author Dallas Posts:3,864 Points:992,595 Joined:Nov 2008	Message Posted: Aug 22, 2010 8:06:32 PM Ignore Bussman Report Abuse I agree with you jjjleblanc.
tgolf Champion Author Washington Posts:1,325 Points:337,370 Joined:Nov 2008	Message Posted: Aug 22, 2010 12:58:49 PM Ignore tgolf Report Abuse i WAS ON TRACK UNTIL i SAW THEY PICKED A pIRUS.....
Boyrr Champion Author Allentown Posts:12,947 Points:2,703,720 Joined:May 2004	Message Posted: Aug 22, 2010 5:03:13 AM Ignore Boyrr Report Abuse Mini Copper? ...don't think so. Not only is it a bit queer in looks, I don't think it would ever fit my needs for a machine.
CiVX Champion Author Oakland Posts:5,713 Points:1,013,800 Joined:Feb 2009	Message Posted: Aug 22, 2010 4:54:43 AM Ignore CiVX Report Abuse 92 Civic!
SAVEITIL Champion Author Chicago Posts:2,940 Points:703,615 Joined:May 2009	Message Posted: Aug 22, 2010 2:15:01 AM Ignore SAVEITIL Report Abuse Did not make the list
alterman156 Champion Author New York Posts:5,089 Points:1,091,055 Joined:Dec 2008	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2010 11:48:39 PM Ignore alterman156 Report Abuse I have a 1998 Honda Civic DX hatchback that is still in reasonably good shape.
jjjleblanc Champion Author Rochester Posts:4,349 Points:1,100,475 Joined:Jun 2008	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2010 10:48:24 PM Ignore jjjleblanc Report Abuse Title was better than the article.
PDQBlues Champion Author San Diego Posts:4,706 Points:980,350 Joined:Jan 2009	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2010 8:42:08 PM Ignore PDQBlues Report Abuse Yep, during this economy, who but the rich can afford to buy a new car?
SBlouch Champion Author San Antonio Posts:6,891 Points:1,471,855 Joined:Apr 2007	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2010 6:39:56 PM Ignore SBlouch Report Abuse It is a good article and there are cars which do look sharp and keep their appeal. I see them still on the highway so people are keeping them longer.
BMW2014 Champion Author Toronto Posts:1,794 Points:364,300 Joined:Jun 2010	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2010 6:16:33 PM Ignore BMW2014 Report Abuse Since I am growing old, I like young car and get rid of old car.
amerk73 Champion Author Dallas Posts:4,711 Points:1,156,250 Joined:Oct 2008	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2010 5:02:28 PM Ignore amerk73 Report Abuse 1973 ford pickup
BlueVanGroup Champion Author Colorado Posts:4,781 Points:1,069,325 Joined:May 2008	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2010 3:52:22 PM Ignore BlueVanGroup Report Abuse My 1987 blue minivan will qualify for collector plates soon.
derKraut Champion Author Ontario Posts:1,669 Points:848,795 Joined:Dec 2008	Message Posted: Aug 21, 2010 3:07:36 PM Ignore derKraut Report Abuse I pretty good article and I kinda agree with everything except the Toyota Prius. It is UGLY, slow and generally a traffic hazard on the freeways. Not sure about growing old gracefully as I think the economic situation is unlikey to substantially improved for many years. While I used to buy a new car every year - I now will keep my 1 year old for maybe another 4-7.