Original Paint Survivor: 1955 Jeep CJ5

Early civilian Jeeps have a way of wearing their history out in the open, and this 1955 Jeep CJ5 currently listed on eBay leans fully into that honest, survivor appeal. According to the seller, this CJ5 remains all original,… more»

Little Mouse: 1953 Fiat 500 C Topolino Convertible Saloon

How appropriate that this Fiat Topolino – aka “little mouse” – is grey, like the tiny critters occasionally found in my grain tubs. But the car wasn’t named after just any old rodent – “Topolino” was the Italian name… more»

V12/4-Speed: 1973 Jaguar E-Type Roadster

The Jaguar E-Type has consistently found itself on various lists of the one hundred most beautiful production cars ever built. It is easy to see why, because the design, penned by Malcolm Sayer, is stunning from any angle. This… more»

Enthusiastic Owners: 1969 Sunbeam Alpine GT

For every make and model you come across – no matter how obscure – there is someone who loves it to pieces. They have restored it or otherwise preserved it, and tracked down all of the rare parts needed… more»

Factory-Tweaked: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda 273

Early Barracudas have always lived a little in the shadow of their Mustang rivals, but cars like this 1965 Plymouth Barracuda show exactly why Chrysler’s first pony car deserves more attention. Listed on eBay, this example is described as… more»

Fire Sale! 1958 Willys Howe Commando Fire Truck

Small towns and remote or budget-minded facilities that needed mobile firefighting capabilities in the late ’50s may have considered this 1958 Willys Howe Commando Fire Truck, which could be equipped for a variety of firefighting configurations. This specimen in… more»

Cartier Edition: 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V

“Conceived for the urban life,” according to a 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V brochure, the Cartier Edition has a “uniquely sophisticated look, like so many things with the Cartier name.” The seller has this 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V… more»

11K Mile Wagon: 1993 Ford Taurus GL

Seeing incredibly well-preserved cars is still a thrill for me, even after seeing any number of low-mileage classics day in, and day out, via the internet. It’s mainly because we often convince ourselves that there’s simply no way for… more»

BF Exclusive: 1973 Ford Galaxie 500 Country Sedan

Sedan? This is a wagon, Scotty G. Have you finally lost your mind? Well, yes, on the second part of that, but Ford didn’t refer to their Country Sedan as a “wagon,” believe it or not. There was no… more»

BF Auction: 1953 Dodge M37

This 1953 Dodge M37 is about as honest as they come. Built as a ¾-ton military truck, the M37 wasn’t designed for comfort, style, or convenience—it was built to work, take abuse, and keep going. This one still looks… more»

Rare Paddle-Shift: 2000 Ferrari 360 Modena F1

When Ferrari introduced the 360 in 2000, it brought a slice of Formula One technology to the party. Buyers could opt for a traditional six-speed manual transmission, or, by ticking the box beside the “F1” option, they could receive… more»

Flagship Revival: 1981 Chrysler Imperial

In the late 1970s, Chrysler Corp. was in a bad way. They were selling cars that nobody wanted to buy, and their bank accounts were running dry. While the K-Cars of the 1980s came in and saved the day,… more»

Driver-Quality Long Hood: 1973 Porsche 911 T

Long-hood Porsche 911s have reached a point where truly usable, honest examples are becoming harder to find, especially ones that haven’t been over-restored or stripped of their original character. This 1973 Porsche 911T, currently listed on eBay, fits squarely… more»

Turbocharged Roller: 1978 Buick Regal Project

The Regal debuted in 1973 as Buick’s premium mid-size car. All of General Motors’ intermediates went on a diet in 1978, which included the Regal. At that time, Buick began to offer turbocharging on its V6 engines, a preview… more»

66k Mile 1947 Buick Super Sedan

For fans of the home team favorite from Flint, Michigan, there’s nothing better than the waterfall grille that gave classic Buicks their menacing sneer. How can something be so sinister and so beautiful at the same time? If you’re… more»

Track-Bred: 1969 Lotus Elan Vintage Racer

Not every Lotus Elan was meant to live a quiet life on the street. Some were built, modified, and maintained for one purpose only: going fast on a road course. This 1969 Lotus Elan, currently listed on eBay, clearly… more»

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