Auctions

BF Auction: 1984 Oldsmobile Toronado

UPDATE – We sent one of our professional photographers out to take more photos of this Toronado. The seller is now offering it as a Barn Finds Auction! As crisp and clean as it is elegant, this 1984 Oldsmobile… more»

BF Auction: LS-Swapped 1991 GMC Sierra

The standard 1991 GMC Sierra provides respectable performance that satisfies most owners. However, some crave more under their right foot, and this truck delivers for potential buyers who feel that way. Its original V8 has made way for a… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1975 Dodge Dart Swinger

UPDATE – The seller has asked us to relist their Dart, but this time as a no reserve auction! They’ve also added additional photos of the car, so be sure to take another look. Locating a solid project candidate… more»

BF Auction: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am SE Y82

Even if you’ve never seen the ’70s movie Smokey and the Bandit, you will surely recognize a Bandit Trans Am! The movie was a huge success and helped make the already popular Firebird even more so. This 1977 Pontiac… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL

UPDATE – The winner couldn’t complete the transaction, so we have offered to rerun this auction! Be sure to take another look and bid. This 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL is admittedly in rough shape, but it is one of the… more»

BF Auction: 1965 Dodge A100 Van

Tackling a full-blown restoration can be daunting, but purchasing a classic where the hard work is complete can be irresistible. Such is the case with this 1965 Dodge A100 Van. It is a striking-looking vehicle that is a turnkey… more»

BF Auction: 1979 Ford Ranchero GT

UPDATE – Sold In 1957, Ford debuted the Ranchero, an interesting hybrid car and truck. The idea was popular enough that some form of the Ranchero remained in production until 1979. The example seen here is one of the… more»

BF Auction: 1979 Jeep CJ-5

Purchasing a classic where the hard work is done is tempting, especially if the vehicle is a turnkey proposition that a new owner can enjoy immediately. Such is the case with this 1979 Jeep CJ-5. The current owner has… more»

Stored 39 Years: 1956 Ford Thunderbird Project

The two-seater Ford Thunderbird made its debut in 1955. Despite it being a niche car (a pricey, two-seater personal luxury car with limited trunk space), it was a sales success with 16,155 units sold. Plus, it accomplished its task… more»

BF Auction: 1997 Honda Prelude SH

Honda management announced at the dawn of the 1970s that the company was focusing on becoming a major player in the passenger car market. Many people struggled to suppress their laughter because while it had produced quirky and interesting… more»

BF Auction: 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk

UPDATE – The seller has asked us to cancel the auction. Sorry for the inconvenience. UPDATE – The seller has asked us to relist this Golden Hawk with additional photos, video, and a lower reserve! Be sure to take… more»

BF Auction: 1965 Ford Mustang

UPDATE – The seller has lowered their reserve! Some cars appear on the market, barely creating a ripple. They will then disappear and aren’t even a distant memory. However, Ford’s First Generation Mustang rewrote the rule book. It created… more»

50-Year First Owner: 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham

I watched a documentary recently about the year 1968. It was one topsy-turvy year in America. However, one thing that hadn’t changed in 1968 was the Cadillac. It was still the king of luxury motor cars, and as their… more»

Rare Interior Color: 1956 Ford Thunderbird

The classic two-seater ’55-’57 Thunderbirds still turn heads. Especially mine. I recently spotted a gorgeous Sunset Coral ’56 T-Bird at a local repair shop and, yes, I quickly did a u-turn and went back to check it out. You… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle

This 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle is a solid classic in sound mechanical health. The owner admits it requires TLC, but the engineering and construction techniques employed by Volkswagen mean that a competent person could tackle many of the tasks… more»

BF Auction: 1978 Ford C-600 Tow Truck

There is something undeniably attractive about buying a classic with a history, and such is the case with this 1978 Ford C-600. It has obviously served faithfully as a Tow Truck, but a close investigation reveals it started life… more»

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