The only constant is change, yet I can take comfort (?) in my consistency of behavior: cars have always been absurdly high on my list of priorities (which is why “car storage” is a not insignificant part of my… more»
BF Auction: 1967 Mercury Cougar
Anyone with an honorary B.A. in Automotive History knows who Harley Earl and Bill Mitchell are, but far fewer are likely to be familiar with Gene Bordinat, Ford’s Vice President of Styling during those giddy years of the 1960s… more»
BF Exclusive: 1988 Lotus Esprit Turbo
Whenever I see an ’80s Lotus Esprit, I think of my Commodore 64. When I was a kid, we had a computer shop down the street where I bought all kinds of car racing games for the old Commodore,… more»
BF Auction: 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
OK, so Cadillac lied. The 1976 Cadillac Eldorado wasn’t the last American convertible; it wasn’t even the last Cadillac to be offered as a convertible. Honestly, though, in the climate of 1976, how was Cadillac to know that America’s… more»
No Reserve: 1973 Dodge Challenger Rallye 340
Considering that Chrysler Corporation hovered around 15 percent market share back in the ’60s and ’70s, it’s always a bit surprising how many people call themselves “Mopar men” or “Mopar women.” There’s just something special about their products from… more»
No Reserve Barn Find: 1967 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
There’s something to be said about honesty in advertising. The seller begins their eBay ad by saying that they “pulled this car out of the garage yesterday and put it on eBay today. If you figure it needs everything…you… more»
Only 200 Made: 1953 DeSoto FireDome Eight-Passenger Sedan
We all know that rarity is not always proportional to value, but it sure gives us something interesting to talk about. And how can you put a value on something that is one of 200 1953 DeSoto FireDome Eight-Passenger… more»
No Reserve: 1973 Dodge W200 Power Wagon
I was never there, but this 1973 Dodge Power Wagon looks like a picture of Southern California in 1973. Throw a couple dirt bikes in the bed, or maybe a small camper on the back, and you could be… more»
Rust-Free Flathead: 1942 Ford Truck
On February 10, 1942, Ford Motor Company stopped civilian production to focus on the war, so 1942 models are uncommon and interesting (if not particularly valuable compared to, say, a ’46 model). For 1942, the Ford’s front end was… more»
BF Exclusive: 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J
What we all need is a little more turquoise in our lives. I was reminded of this when I stopped by my local paint store to get some Medium Turquoise mixed in a can for my ’65 Dodge Dart… more»
One-Family-Owned Since ’76: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
Earning the nickname “America’s (fill-in-the-blank)” is quite an honor, being singled out as a whole country’s representative in the fields of sweethearts, hosts, and yes, sports cars. While the Corvette has had some competition here and there (Viper…uh, AMX?),… more»
BF Exclusive: 1963 Buick Riviera
Here’s some trivia for Buick lovers: Did you know that the most popular color on 1963 Rivieras was Arctic White? Yes, 7,735 out of 40,000 buyers thought that white best accentuated the Riviera’s beautiful lines (Silver Cloud was a… more»
BF Exclusive: 1967 Chevrolet C20 Custom Camper
Last week, I read a book about “Billy the Kid,” primarily because I am woefully ignorant of that period of the American West. Yet for some reason, this picture of a 1967 Chevy C20 Custom Camper captures that vibe… more»
46k Miles! 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
This Monterey Green Firemist (what a name!) Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham cost a whopping $6,899 in 1968, a full $1,114 more than a Sedan DeVille. One thing you got for your extra grand or so was a little more length…. more»
Y-Block Project: 1960 Ford Galaxie Starliner
Ford released the first really hot FE in 1960 with its high-performance 360-horsepower 352, and when paired with the Starliner’s swoopy roofline, it was clear to see that Ford may have fostered some sporting intentions, perhaps in the southeastern… more»
Sleeve-Valve Beauty: 1928 Willys-Knight Model 56
About fifteen years ago, my mom found a picture of my paternal grandmother perched on the running board of an antique car, and she gave me a task she knew I’d relish: finding out what kind of car she… more»
