Maybe somewhere in some long abandoned box of meeting minutes, there’s an explanation for Chrysler’s on-again/off-again relationship with the name “Royal.” It got a trial run in the early ’30s before taking hold as the lowest-priced Chrysler through the… more»
No Reserve 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe V8
I haven’t owned or worked on a “Shoebox” Ford, but I do have a literary connection with them. When I was a kid, the local bookstore in my local mall (two things that aren’t really things for the most… more»
LS-Swapped 1977 GMC Jimmy High Sierra
Almost 30 years after its introduction in the ’97 Corvette, there’s almost nothing in the world that hasn’t been LS-swapped, and because of that, there’s a certain amount of weariness involved in seeing one under the hood of just… more»
Two-Owner Beauty: 1965 Buick Skylark Gran Sport
The GTO’s introduction and surprising success in 1964 ignited some internecine strife among the other non-Cadillac divisions at General Motors. Of course, the 4-4-2 was already established, albeit with a 330-cubic-inch small block that was replaced with a new… more»
No Rust Anywhere: 1977 Oldsmobile Starfire
Before you say anything, I know you’re right. The Starfire, Skyhawk and Sunbird were cynical attempts by General Motors to offer compacts across most of its lineup without actually putting in any real effort. I also know that empirically… more»
Rare Fastback: 1963 Mercury Marauder S-55
I think Mercury’s marketing team from 1963 deserves a pat on the back and an ‘atta boy, wherever they are. It was shaping up to be an exciting year, as Mercury was giving NASCAR a go and would soon… more»
BF Auction: 1970 Lincoln Continental Mark III
Was the Continental Mark III the true harbinger of the cushy, luxurious big coupes of the 1970s? It certainly wasn’t the first personal luxury car; the four-seat Thunderbird, Buick Riviera, Oldsmobile Toronado, and Cadillac Eldorado (the front-drive variant) all… more»
BF Auction: 1973 Ford Bronco Ranger
In the world of first-generation Broncos that haven’t been dolled up to cross a spotlighted auction stage, this one is bound to be a star, because it’s a solid 1973 model with all the right options, including a V8… more»
BF Auction: No Reserve 1938 Cadillac Series 65
Automotive restoration can be a rewarding hobby, but the world is rife with cars that have been relegated to restoration purgatory, perhaps never to return. Is there hope for a revival of this 1938 Cadillac Series 65? We here… more»
BF Auction: No Reserve 1947 Cadillac Series 75 Limousine
Few cars in 1947 conveyed an image of sheer wealth and privilege better than a Cadillac Series 75 Touring Sedan. Riding on a stately 136-inch wheelbase and carrying either five or seven passengers, the Cadillac was truly the “Standard… more»
BF Auction: No Reserve 1925 Essex Coach
Living in Michigan, I’m lucky enough to be within a couple-hours ride to some of the country’s finest car museums, including the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. From a young age, I’ve been fascinated by a square-rigged car… more»
Club Cab Step Side? 1974 Dodge D100
This 1974 Dodge D100 is a good conduit for a couple life lessons, about which most of us could use a reminder. Number 1: It’s OK to ask for help. Number 2: Education is a lifelong goal. I’ve been… more»
Super Solid 1956 Buick Roadmaster
From Tae Bo to the Macarena, fads are fun, harmless ways to feel a sense of camaraderie in a sometimes isolated world. However, at some point, that Los Del Rio CD is just sitting on the shelf, and if… more»
Six Window Pillarless: 1964 Buick Electra 225
My years of car fanaticism have equipped me with a well-stocked library with which to research any number of classic cars. But sometimes it’s easier to just do a quick web search; after all, it takes a few minutes… more»
Rust-Free Survivor: 1967 Plymouth Sport Fury
We all can rattle off our favorite model years for just about any given car model, but sometimes the water gets a bit cloudy. For example, I’ve always liked the ’65 Fury (a Sport or III hardtop would be… more»
17k Miles: 1968 Chevrolet Corvair
As a Corvair owner of almost 20 years, I’ve long endured Ralph Nader jokes at gas stations, in parking lots, in my nightmares…but the reality is that Ralph Nader is most likely responsible for the car you see here,… more»
