Lake Buggy: Weird 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier

Chevrolet produced 3.8 million Cavalier-branded automobiles between 1982 and 1993. But none of them had a body made of wood. This one-of-a-kind oddball is based on a 1985 edition of the Cavalier, of which nearly 384,000 were assembled. We… more»

: 1956 Chevrolet 150

Chevrolet was on fire in the mid-1950s when they rolled out a new design that would later be referred to as the “Tri-Fives”. The 150 was the entry-level model, followed by the 210 and Bel Air. Sales were swift,… more»

Bargain Luxury: 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII

When the Lincoln Mark VIII debuted, it showcased the flexibility captured within the big-body sedan’s massive redesign. It was no longer simply a dressy version of the Thunderbird, or a step up from a Mustang with leather seats. It… more»

One Owner Survivor: 2002 Oldsmobile Aurora

From 1995 to 2003, the Oldsmobile Aurora was a top-of-the-line luxury sedan. It would later supersede both the Toronado and Ninety-Eight in the lineup. Two generations were in production, resulting in sales of more than 213,000 units. This beautiful… more»

V12 Dream Car: 1988 Ferrari Testarossa

It’s always intriguing to see cars end of up overseas and eventually come back to the U.S. This happens quite frequently with exotics and other sports cars that are difficult to track down due to limited production numbers. This… more»

BF Exclusive: 1974 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna Type S-3

There is something appealing about a classic that doesn’t need to spend another decade in a garage before its next owner can enjoy it. This 1974 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna Type S-3 recently emerged from roughly ten years of storage,… more»

Ready To Enjoy: 1956 Buick Century Riviera Hardtop

This great-looking 1956 Buick Century Riviera 2-Door Hardtop reminds me of Bruce Springsteen’s “My Hometown” song. I can just see an eight-year-old Bruce sitting on his old man’s lap and doing his best to steer this gorgeous machine down… more»

Stored for 22 Years: 1974 Lamborghini Espada

One of my favorite rabbit holes when certain cars come up for sale is to look at who the owner is. Of course, that’s easier said than done since most listings don’t include the owner’s name. However, in the… more»

Final Ride: 1926 Meteor Funeral Wagon

The first hearses were horse-drawn platforms, gradually evolving toward ever more ornate carriages. In 1909, the first motorized hearse was built. Rough and weather-beaten roads kept the horse in business for another decade or so, but by the 1920s,… more»

BF Auction: 1985 Chevrolet El Camino Custom

There is no shortage of stock El Caminos out there, but this one clearly isn’t interested in blending in. Between its louvered hood, side pipes, lowered stance, vintage ET wheels, and a dashboard borrowed from a 1959 Chevrolet, this… more»

Rare Working A/C! 1956 Lincoln Premiere

Last week I reviewed this 1954 Lincoln Capri, and initially questioned its Lincoln “uniqueness” or its potential similarity to a Mercury Monterey. Well, that thought quickly dissipated under the weight of the review. So, now, I’d like to take… more»

Same Owner 50+ Years: 1966 Lotus Elan S3

The Lotus Elan S3 was produced in England from 1966 to 1968. It replaced the S2 and was itself replaced by the S4. Exports to the U.S. were likely scarce but perhaps aided by the British TV series The… more»

8k-Mile Time Capsule: 1970 Mercury Cougar XR-7

It took a few years (and lots of Mustangs produced) before the suits at Ford Motor Company okayed the production of its cousin, the Mercury Cougar. It made its debut for the 1967 model year (the same year the… more»

1 of 73: 1988 Avanti II Convertible

When Studebaker ceased U.S. auto production in late 1963 (1964 model year), the innovative Avanti went with it after less than 5,000 units. Two Studebaker dealers didn’t want that to happen and continued the car forward as the Avanti… more»

45k Original Miles: 1966 Buick Electra 225

The Electra served as Buick’s top-of-the-line flagship model throughout its entire history, which was a rather long run that lasted from 1959 through 1990, so it was always an elite luxury offering no matter what time period drivers got… more»

1983 Lancia Rally 037 – Evolution II Specs

Sandwiched between Lancia’s fabulously competitive Stratos and its rules-orphaned Delta S4 was one of the maker’s more successful efforts in Group B: the project known as SE037. Representing a fusion of ideas from Lancia, Abarth, Pininfarina, and chassis constructor… more»