This tip came to us under a title that I swiped and used above. One thing that I have learned about a BMW 850i is that no part of it is ever on a budget! Limited production, fantastic looks,… more»
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Dare To Be Different: 1972 International 1210 Pickup
Old pickup trucks remain a hot collectible, but Chevrolet and Ford are definitely the major players, with a little GMC thrown in on the side. But what about International? They were pickup participants for years until they decided to… more»
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Original Documentation! 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass
I chose to review this 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass for two reasons: first, it’s not a 442, and second, it’s all original and hasn’t been poorly modified (hacked up?) into something it isn’t. This Granite Falls, Washington, garage dweller looks… more»
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Brings Back Memories: 1967 Pontiac Executive Wagon
Boy, does this 1967 Pontiac Executive station wagon take me back! A wagon like this was a part of my high school years, having belonged to a close friend. It always seemed to be at the center of some… more»
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Fold Down Seats: 1954 Nash Statesman Custom
The other day, I posted a review of a 1956 Hudson Hornet Special, and some of the discussion centered on where Hudson and Nash were headed after the 1954 AMC merger that combined the two brands. Both sides of… more»
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Lazy Boy Comfort: 1985 Oldsmobile 98 Brougham
Generally, most of what we cover here on BF are old cars, but what defines an “old” ride? At first blush, I have a tough time classifying a 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency Brougham as an “old” car. But wait… more»
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Rare V8-Powered 1956 Hudson Hornet Hollywood
Well, what do we have here? It’s a 1956 Hudson Hornet “Special”, a model that has certainly escaped my attention. The seller claims that it’s one of only 200 “Hollywood Hardtops” assembled, so we’ll have to dig into that… more»
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Salvageable? 1954 Mercury Custom Sport Coupe
Everyone wants to save an old car, but often it’s not feasible. It’s not just the expense, and no, it’s not always about making a return on the investment; if you really like the car, so be it. But… more»
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Sleeper Survivor: 1962 Buick Wildcat
This 1962 Buick Wildcat two-door hardtop proves that desirable old cars in excellent condition are still available for reasonable dollars. This Buick isn’t flashy, mostly because of its muted exterior hues, but take a closer look, and its stellar… more»
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Top Drawer Survivor: 1960 Dodge Dart Phoenix
Usually, when the subject of the Dodge Dart arises, one thinks of the compact A-body version that commenced production in 1963. Dodge aficionados, however, know the Dart actually got its start in 1960 as a full-sizer, and today’s subject,… more»
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No Time For Restoration: 1976 BMW 2002
As “furn” cars (as they were sometimes called years ago) made inroads into the American auto market in the early seventies, BMW’s 2002 stood out as an “it” car – they were popular! They drove well, handled tightly, had… more»
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Parts Or Repair? 1968 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon
You know, when you come across a car like this 1968 Chevrolet Caprice station wagon that’s wrapped with a strap, you know something’s up. Yup, this one looks shaky, but there’s even more to it than meets the eye…. more»
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A Turnkey Driver: 1964 Opel Kadett Wagon
Here’s one you won’t see every day: a 1964 Opel Kadett station wagon, or “Estate,” as wagons are often called. Opels were once a common sight on America’s highways and byways, but it’s been years since the former GM… more»
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Beautiful Reliable Driver: 1970 Buick Riviera
The second generation (’66-’70) of Buick’s famed Riviera is my favorite, except…the ’70 edition, and that’s what I have for your review today. Why, you ask? I’ll explain in a bit. That said, the condition of this Salem, Oregon… more»
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Fair With Four-Doors: 1967 Ford Custom 500
Usually, when the topic of a full-size sixties Ford comes up, people think of a Galaxie convertible, an XL, or maybe a 7.0-liter edition. I imagine a 1967 Custom 500 four-door sedan will not be top of mind. As… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1947 Oldsmobile 66
“Great project car was running when parked about 20 yrs ago; it’s located in Alma, AR.” And that’s it – no more listing details or description; definitely not an effective way to sell a car! No worries, I’ll see… more»
