Every so often, a machine crosses the auction block that doesn’t just stand out—it rewrites the boundaries of what a road-going automobile can be. The 1972 John Dodd “Beast”, offered through Historic Auctioneers, is one of those creations. For… more»
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“The World’s Best Three-Wheeler”: 1958 Coronet
Advertisers sometimes still take liberties with the truth (have you seen the fake overacting on infomercials lately?) despite there being at least some modicum of laws now to ward against false advertising. This 1958 Coronet three-wheeler, once advertised as… more»
Long Term Ownership: 1965 Ford Falcon Deluxe Club Wagon
While early sedan delivery vehicles provided a template for future vans, it was the Volkswagen Transporter – launched in 1950 – that popularized the body style. It still took ten years for the first US-made vans to hit the… more»
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Six-Speed Survivor: 2005 Cadillac CTS-V
Vehicles from the 2000s seem far too new to be shown on a site known for old, dusty vehicles. This 2005 Cadillac CTS-V is a solid two decades old now, however, and it just doesn’t seem possible that this… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 427
The 1960s was a golden era in American automotive history. It signaled the arrival of the muscle car, with manufacturers pushing the envelope to maximize performance and gain a competitive edge over their rivals. Chevrolet’s decision to slot a… more»
BF Auction: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
This 1956 Ford Thunderbird is a stunning classic that has led a sheltered life. It presents superbly and features the range-topping V8 under the hood. The current owner has been its custodian for six years, and has kept the… more»
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Flood Victim: 1969 Ford Torino Talladega 428 CJ
Unless I knew the severity and all of the details first, a flood auto isn’t typically one I’d be real keen on considering as a project. That’s an unfair assumption, as a soaked car isn’t something I’ve had any… more»
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“Big Turbo!” 1988 Suzuki Jimny
Beefy tires and a fresh paint job show well on this refurbished and upgraded 4×4, but that’s just the start. The 1988 Suzuki Jimny in Mesa, Arizona left the factory with a turbo and hood-scoop and later gained a… more»
Anniversary Edition: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 400 4-Speed
Few muscle cars carry as much late-’70s swagger as the 1979 Pontiac Trans Am, and this particular example goes a step further — it’s a genuine Anniversary Edition with the numbers-matching 400 cubic-inch V8 and 4-speed manual transmission. Listed… more»
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Rare 5-Speed: 1989 Ford Thunderbird SC
As someone who grew up in the Northeast, and began dabbling in project cars while living in New England, I am quite accustomed to rust. In fact, one might say that my threshold for rust is quite high, and… more»
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86k Original Miles: 1959 Chevrolet Impala Sport Sedan
One of the problems with automotive history is that it has produced some incredible cars. In fact, there are so many that even picking a favorite decade can be challenging. Enthusiasts preferring the distinctive styling of the 1950s may… more»
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Running Project: 1971 Chevelle Malibu
Chevrolet treated the 1971 Chevelle to a styling refresh, its third since a redesign of the A-body intermediate in 1968. Gone were the dual headlights the Chevelle had carried from Day 1, replaced by large, singular peepers on each… more»
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True Canadian Find: 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Well, we received a lot of interesting comments about this 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Classic, and for obvious reasons. Today, let’s wind things back three years and review the 1985 variant – and this one has been bestowed with… more»
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Grandma Car: 1964 Pontiac Tempest Post
In 1964, Pontiac promoted the Tempest from compact to mid-size to join other General Motors products in the “new” intermediate market. Ford had started the ball rolling in 1962 by downsizing its Fairlane into a slot between the Falcon… more»
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Big Block Bruiser: 1972 Dodge Demon
The Dart Demon was Dodge’s version of Plymouth’s popular Duster fastback compact. The car didn’t sell as well as its alter ego in 1971-72, so Dodge did a rebrand in 1973 to the less aggressive-sounding Dart Sport. The seller… more»
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Restore Or Restomod? 1967 Chevrolet Impala
It’s a personal preference, but when it comes to the details of the Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe, the fastback design in 1967 is hard to beat in the looks department. This was before the taillights were incorporated into the… more»
