The very first car I can barely remember my parents owning was a 1965 Chevrolet Corvair, and my only recollections are that it was white and a sedan. Most buyers seemed to embrace the Corvair when it was introduced… more»
American Classic Cars
352/3-Speed: 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
In the tropical Lower Peninsula of Michigan that I call home, my outdoor thermometer currently reads all of 17 degrees Fahrenheit, so thinking about dropping the convertible top on anything is a stretch, perhaps literally. If one lets one’s… more»
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Four Cylinders and 61K Miles: 1984 Pontiac Firebird
When the third-generation F-bodies debuted in 1982, these new muscle cars were in stark contrast to the previous versions of the Camaro and Firebird. Saving weight, making aerodynamic advancements, and improving fuel economy were the major drivers of this… more»
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Parked In ’82: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
A 1964 Chevrolet Impala is hardly a rare discovery here on BF, we’ve covered them out the Wazoo; so why another? Well, this one’s a true garage/barn find that’s been sitting since 1982 – not a megadollar, fully restored… more»
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Stored Indoors 45 Years! 1968 AMF Ski-Daddler
We recently saw a Harley-Davidson snowmobile from the AMF era, and their first attempt at making a successful snowmobile came with the Ski-Daddler series in 1966. This 1968 AMF Ski-Daddler can be found here on Facebook Marketplace in Oshkosh,… more»
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One Of Only 633! 1965 Imperial Convertible
When it comes to sixties vintage luxury cars, there’s no doubt about it, the ’64-’66 edition of the Imperial is my favorite. And today, for your review, we have a rare 1965 Imperial Crown convertible to consider. The seller… more»
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Running Rarity: 1968 Ford Mustang GT/CS California Special
If you’re a car enthusiast, it’s always a fun time when a manufacturer develops a regional-specific example of your favorite auto, which is what happened for buyers of Ford’s pony car on the West Coast during the late sixties. … more»
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Happy New Year! A Retrospective
As the old year fades to a new beginning, I’m straying yet again from our typical vehicular themes to show you a broader round-up of my 2025 machinery encounters. This handsome but derelict tractor sits in a bay-side field… more»
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40K Original Miles: 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
When I hear people complain about the lack of affordable hobby cars, I generally can commiserate with them. However, there’s no denying that there are still plenty of bargains out there, and you don’t even have to look that… more»
1966 Jeep Gladiator J-3000 W/ Alaskan Camper
Is this faded Indian Ceramic? It looks almost like a Mary Key Jeep, and even though I’m not a big pink vehicle guy, I like the look. I’d instantly move to New Mexico if I owned this rig; it… more»
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Container Find: 1963 Cadillac Series 62 Drop-Top
From 1940 to 1964, the Series Sixty-Two (also 62) was the breadwinner of Cadillac’s assortment of products. It was the entry-level model, though hardly sparse, and most confused it with the Coupe de Ville/Sedan de Ville offerings, which were… more»
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Combat Veteran Mustang: 1944 North American P-51D
When you look back at the industrial history of the United States, many of the most iconic and successful American products were produced in response to wartime demands. One of the most famous is a fighter plane that was… more»
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27k Miles! 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Many consider the 1970 model year to be the pinnacle of muscle car sales. After that, the combination of rising insurance premiums and engine detuning for lower emissions took its toll on buyer interest. Chevrolet still built a flock… more»
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Sleeper Parts Car: 1989 Ford Taurus SHO
The Taurus debuted in 1985 as Ford’s new, front-wheel-drive, full-size family car. In a move to compete with Euro sedans like Mercedes and BMW, they added the SHO edition in 1989 – Super High Output. Borrowing from Yamaha, the… more»
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89k-Mile Survivor: 1975 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds W-25
Even if the Malaise era of automobiles hadn’t quite arrived by 1975, it was just around the corner, making it all the more amazing that cars like the Hurst/Olds still existed. The Hurst association with Oldsmobile dates back to… more»
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Same Family For 60 Years: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air
Can you imagine being a Chevy owner shopping for a new car in late October 1954? Perhaps you hop into your 1952 Bel Air and head down to the dealership for the big unveiling; the glass has been painted… more»
