Ford Country Squire station wagons, such as this 1972 example, are regular visitors to BF’s webpages – and the older, the better. What caught my attention with this wagon are the references to “Ford Cobra 429” and “429 Cobra… more»
Jan 21, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Lovely Lebaron: 1966 Imperial
When I was a kid, I thought the ’66 Imperial, like this LeBaron find, courtesy of Kevin F, was the bomb. It was one of my favorite cars, probably influenced by the linkage between it and the Green Hornet’s… more»
Jan 21, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Old School Cool: 1936 Ford Deluxe Coupe
In the pantheon of old Fords, the ’32 coupe and various Model As are always favorites with hot-rodders and collectors. As the ’30s wore on, perhaps the popularity wore off a bit. But, how about a 1936 Deluxe Five-Window… more»
Jan 20, 2023 • For Sale • 47 Comments
Grosser? 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
We got a twofer! Not only is it Gullwing Motors’ time, but it’s also time for another installment of, “What in the Sam Hill happened?”, this time the subject being a rare 1966 Mercedes 600. A Mercedes 600 is… more»
Jan 19, 2023 • For Sale • 39 Comments
Check It Out: 1976 Checker A-12E Limo
Most car people are familiar with the Checker automobile, the ubiquitous, boxy sedan that dominated the taxicab market in places like NYC during the ’60s and ’70s. If you are of a certain age, you may recall actually getting… more»
Jan 19, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Big Red Barn Find: 1971 Cadillac Eldorado
If I were Carnac the Magnificient, the answer would go something like this, “Elsculpto to Elbloato!”. And the question would be, “What’s the difference between the 1970 and 1971 Cadillac Eldorado?”. OK, so it’s a subjective assessment and I… more»
Jan 18, 2023 • For Sale • 47 Comments
455 Model J: 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
Last week we covered this 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix, a beautiful car with a somehow disappearing opera window -a mystery that I believe is still unsolved. Today, we’re going to review a very similar, one-year older, 1971 Model J… more»
Jan 18, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Drive While You Fix! 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Oldsmobile Cutlass station wagons, such as this 1969 example, make regular appearances here on BF. And it’s a bit surprising as the total production was light with only 8,700 copies produced – lasting Olds quality I guess. This one’s… more»
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Monterey Mopar: 1970 Plymouth Fury II
Sometimes it’s the at-one-time inconspicuous and obsequious that, with the passage of time, become interesting again. Take this 1970 Plymouth Fury II, Mopar’s competition for the Chevrolet BelAir and Ford Custom 500. Produced in somewhat fewer numbers than either… more»
Jan 17, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Matching Number Doors!? 1960 Porsche 356 B
Many of the Porsche 356s that are featured here on BF are project cars and in all kinds of varying conditions. Today’s find, a 1960 Model B, is no different. This example presents a lot of challenges, or opportunities,… more»
Jan 16, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
NASCAR Impersonator: 1981 Buick Regal
Now, if you ever pictured yourself fixin’ to do some high bankin’, pulling a pass in the grass, or you just want to be Darrell Waltrip for a day, here’s your opportunity with this 1981 Buick Regal Winson Cup… more»
Jan 14, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Salute It Or Drive It? 1928 Studebaker Dictator
Times change and I’m constantly reminded by many that I have to change with them. I get it and don’t resist the concept but sometimes it’s a tough row to hoe. There are other times, though, when the choice… more»
Jan 13, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Cleans Up Well: 1953 Chevrolet BelAir
I have a tendency to lump the ’53 and ’54 Chevy together because they’re similar and so so different from the ’55, the first leg of the iconic Tri-Five stool. And ’53s, like this top-drawer BelAir, get short shrift… more»
Jan 13, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
One Family, 97 Years! 1926 Chevrolet One Ton
Here’s an interesting find, it’s a 1926 Chevrolet one-ton flatbed with attached sides that was used in the feed business. The seller claims that it’s still with the original family but discloses little else detail. It’s stated that the… more»
Jan 12, 2023 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Roof Not Jumped On! 1950 Nash Ambassador
Looking like it has taken a trip to the sandblaster, this 1950 Nash Ambassador is wearing some pretty peculiar patina. It’s especially noteworthy when spread across this Nash’s very distinctive streamlined, Airflyte shape. The seller makes a big deal… more»
Jan 12, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
A Traveling Travelall: 1958 International A110
The “Lumberer” is how I’d refer to this early SUV from International. It’s big, heavy, and clunky looking but was an effective all-purpose hauler from that halcyon automotive year of 1958. It is said to have lived its life… more»
