Drop-Top Discovery: 1967 Plymouth Barracuda

True or False: The Ford Mustang was the first so-called “pony car” to enter the market. And False is the answer. The Plymouth Barracuda beat the Mustang to the game, which debuted at the 1964 New York World’s Fair,… more»

Power Top: 1966 Pontiac Catalina Convertible

We may have passed the summer solstice, but there are still plenty of opportunities to hit the road on a sunny day in a classic Convertible before winter arrives. Hiding in this garage is a prime candidate for those… more»

Rare 4-Speed: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am 455

Due to a fear of rust, many enthusiasts seek out classics from favorable climates to park in their garages. That fact and its inherent desirability help explain why this 1973 Pontiac Trans Am has generated considerable interest since it… more»

Muscle Ute: 1975 Chevrolet El Camino 454

If you want a muscle car with some serious utility, you can’t go wrong with this El Camino. This 1975 example has some serious muscle chops with a 454-cubic-inch V8, Turbo 400 automatic, limited-slip rear end, swivel bucket seats,… more»

Cold War V4: 1982 ZAZ-968M

In December 2008, Top Gear UK aired a story arguing that no Communist country had ever produced a good car. One of the witnesses for the prosecution was a ZAZ-968, a car that enjoyed a typically long production life…. more»

1966 Chevrolet Caprice 396 4-Speed

This 1966 Chevrolet Caprice has an interesting history. The story goes that its first owner was a line worker at Chevrolet’s Oshawa factory, helping build the car that would eventually find its way into their garage. It is a… more»

Strong Runner? 1969 Pontiac Firebird Project

I’m always happy to find a first-gen Pontiac Firebird (’67-’69) such as this 1969 edition. Let’s face it, we have featured first-gen Chevrolet Camaros (also ’67-’69) out the wazoo, so it’s nice to get a little divergence. Now, don’t… more»

Rare R-Code 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible

In 1963, Ford rolled out a 427 cubic inch V8 to compete with Chevrolet’s 409, Chrysler’s 413, and Pontiac’s 421 on the street (and on the track). Two versions of the 427 existed, the 425 hp R-Code and the… more»

Plum Crazy 1976 Plymouth Volare 383 5-Speed

In 1976, Plymouth rolled out the F-body Volare to replace the aging Valiant compact. Over at Dodge, the Aspen took over for the Dart. The cars were produced in a single generation but were plagued by quality control and… more»

Barnyard Find: 1972 Chevrolet Camaro RS

The 1972 model year was almost the last for the Chevy Camaro, plagued by labor issues that resulted in the fewest number of sales by 30% (and 1971 was far from a record). But cooler heads prevailed, and the… more»

Price Drop! 1969 MGB Roadster

UPDATE – The seller has dropped their asking price to $3,250! I have often been asked which type of classic is best for a buyer who wishes to be hands-on with the ownership experience. I usually respond that it… more»

BF Classified: 1974 Volkswagen Super Beetle

Volkswagen Beetles are famous for being simple, approachable classics, but many affordable examples hide rotten floors. This 1974 Super Beetle offers a more encouraging starting point. It reportedly runs well, retains rust-free original floor pans, and comes with nearly… more»

Forgotten Sport Compact: 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier Z24

There are enthusiast-grade cars in our midst that do not cost an arm and a leg to own. Of course, you’ll have to trade some cache for a more “average” vehicle, but sometimes, I wonder if the added price… more»

Gran Sport Spec: 1994 Buick Roadmaster

I dunno about you, but I find this 1994 Buick Roadmaster Limited Sedan, offered on Facebook Marketplace in Sebago, Maine, to be pretty cool indeed. It’s a sleeper, on sale for $14,700 or whatever the traffic will bear. Thanks… more»

1953/2003 AAT Commemorative Edition Chevrolet Corvette

There’s no shortage of companies that have taken it upon themselves to try and improve the Chevrolet Corvette, with some ventures turning out better than others.  One that seems to have hit a bullseye is the 1953/2003 Commemorative Edition… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1953 Chevrolet 3800

Some vintage trucks are restored until they are too perfect to use, but this 1953 Chevrolet 3800 is headed in a far more interesting direction. With its weathered cab, one-ton stance, Montana grain-truck history, and hydraulic lift bed, it… more»