The body and trim can be some of the hardest pieces to assemble when starting a 1950s restomod, and this 1957 Oldsmobile Super 88 offers a reasonably complete starting point. It is a two-door roller with no engine or… more»
BF Exclusive: 1977 Ford LTD
After we featured this 1977 Ford LTD in 2022, reader Jeff M bought it on a bit of a whim. Its previous owner used it as their daily driver, and Jeff has continued to use it on a regular… more»
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BF Auction: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Body-off projects can be intimidating, especially when they arrive as a collection of loose parts. However, this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible has several factors working in its favor. It retains its numbers-matching drivetrain, most of the expensive chassis work… more»
BF Exclusive: 1947 Oldsmobile Series 68 Convertible
Postwar convertibles aren’t exactly difficult to find, but you don’t come across straight-eight Oldsmobile convertibles as nice as this one very often. This 1947 Series 68 reportedly received a body-off rotisserie restoration and has covered approximately 4,400 miles since… more»
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Massive Quincy Auction Recap
A little over a week ago, we featured a massive auction in Quincy, Michigan, which you can find here. The owner had accumulated nearly 120 cars, and unfortunately, most were left outside. It looked like quite the find, though,… more»
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BF Auction: 1962 Jaguar Mark II 3.8 Saloon
Jaguar’s Mark II has long been admired for combining formal British elegance with genuine sporting ability. With graceful saloon styling, walnut interior trim, leather upholstery, and available 3.8-liter power, these cars offered a blend of luxury and performance that… more»
BF Exclusive: 1976 Dodge W200 M882 4×4
Most old pickups have one working life behind them. This Dodge has already had at least two. The seller says it began its career with the U.S. military before serving a fire department in northern Washington, and it still… more»
One Of 172: 1989 Vixen SE
It looked futuristic when new, and this 1989 Vixen SE remains unlike almost anything else on the road. The low-slung, 21-foot motorhome combines unusual styling with a 3.8-liter GM V6 and a four-speed automatic transmission. The seller states that… more»
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BF Classified: 1956 Jaguar XK140 FHC
UPDATE – The seller just got additional information from the car’s previous owner, so we’ve updated it accordingly. A small-block Chevrolet once occupied the engine bay of this 1956 Jaguar XK140 Coupe. An extensive restoration returned it to Jaguar… more»
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BF Exclusive: Garage-Find 1962 Dodge Lancer 770
Dodge’s compact Lancer lasted only two model years, making any surviving example an uncommon sight today. This 1962 Lancer 770 is said to be essentially a one-owner car that was discovered in the original owner’s garage after his passing…. more»
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Rare Power Tailgate: 1971 Buick Electra Estate
I’m a sucker for classic American station wagons. I know they aren’t as exciting as a muscle or sports car, but I like that wagons are often overlooked simply because they were family haulers. Yes, most were just that,… more»
Still In The Barn: 1938 International Panel Van
Sitting in this California barn is a pretty interesting find, and there’s no doubt it’s a real barn find! The seller drove it into the barn 20 years ago, and it’s been there ever since. As a matter of… more»
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BF Auction: 1979 MG Midget
The MG Midget had an impressive run, debuting in 1963 and running until 1979. While most MG collectors hunt for early Midgets, the final examples are surprisingly good and vastly underappreciated. Sure, the rubber bumpers aren’t for everyone, but… more»
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German Ford: 1971 Mercury Capri 2000
Early Capri projects rarely retain all the small pieces that can make restoration so difficult, but the seller says this 1971 example remains complete. Built by Ford-Werke in Cologne, Germany, it left the factory in Sapphire Blue Poly with… more»
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300Tdi 5-Speed: 1995 Range Rover Classic LWB
The late “soft dash” Range Rover Classic LWB already offers an appealing mix of traditional styling, added rear-seat room, and a more modern interior. However, this 1995 example has something most American-market Range Rover Classics lack: a 300Tdi turbodiesel… more»
BF Classified: D-Code 1957 Ford Thunderbird
Ford’s original two-seat Thunderbird enjoyed a brief three-year production run, and many enthusiasts consider the 1957 model the most attractive and refined of the group. This example adds the desirable D-code 312 V8, an automatic transmission, and recent restoration… more»
