1979 Chrysler LeBaron
The Chrysler LeBaron is that car that just makes anyone look cool, or at least it did back in the day. The wood-paneled convertible was one of the most iconic Chrysler models on the road. The 1970s LeBaron model was a lot of what we’d see until the ’90s. It was a convertible that offered a reasonable amount of luxury and performance for the price. Chrysler added a lot of upper-class elements to it like velour leather seating and a posh interior (via Classic Cars).
This generation of LeBaron also offered a 318 V8 under the hood, something that went away in the ’80s and ’90s. This is a great car to use as a platform for a classic hot rod or a cruiser. The prices for these LeBaron models are super affordable considering the classic car market. Drivers enjoyed these cars a lot when they were brand new. Between its luxury and smooth driving characteristics, the LeBaron was a memorable ride in every sense of the word.