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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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GTO Tribute: 1970 Pontiac Le Mans Convertible
The problem with the 1970 Pontiac GTO is that prices for pristine examples can place them beyond the reach of mere mortals. However, this Tribute will cost considerably less than the real deal, delivering comparable performance while turning heads… more»
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Rock-Solid Italian: 1981 Lancia Beta Zagato
There are sensible ways to build production cars, and then there’s the Lancia way. This 1981 Beta Zagato demonstrates that, with the build process requiring multiple moves between two factories. It is believed that the company lost money on… more»
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Family Member For Sale: 1965 Studebaker Commander
The Studebaker Commander was one of the last remaining models that the company sold when it decided to fold up shop in 1966. U.S.-based production had ceased two years earlier and was focused on Canada and using powerplants provided… more»
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Stunning 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T Convertible
This 1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible ticks most of the boxes Mopar enthusiasts focus on when searching for a classic to park in their garage. It is the desirable R/T variant and is finished in an iconic, desirable paint shade…. more»
