As the 1970s drew to a close, Porsche had plans to replace its iconic rear-engined 911 range with a selection of front-engined models. History shows that although the new models made it to market, buyer feedback motivated the company… more»
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BF Auction: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette
After spending decades in the wilderness, later examples of the C3 Corvette are gaining traction in the classic market. There are many reasons for the change, from the recognition of those cars as comfortable and accomplished tourers to a… more»
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BF Auction: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1962 model year was significant for the Chevrolet Corvette. Not only did it mark the final year of C1 production, but it heralded the introduction of an engine capacity increase that saw the iconic 327ci V8 find its… more»
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BF Auction: 1969 Toyota Corona
UPDATE – The seller sent us photos of the trunk and underside of the car, which you can see in the gallery below. Cars like the 1969 Toyota Corona made an important contribution to the American automobile manufacturing sector…. more»
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BF Auction: 1991 Chevrolet Camaro RS Custom
Although Chevrolet worked hard behind the scenes to extract improved performance from its Third Generation Camaro, the 1991 RS still lacked muscle credentials. The owner of this classic commenced addressing those shortcomings, but the car needs a new owner… more»
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BF Auction: 1972 Ford Bronco Sport
We’ve seen quite a few First Generation Broncos at Barn Finds, and many have been afflicted with crippling rust. That makes this 1972 Bronco Sport a breath of fresh air. There is rust present, but it doesn’t require wholesale… more»
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BF Auction: 1974 Jeep CJ-5 Renegade
When the Jeep CJ-5 hit the market in 1954 for the 1955 model year, nobody could have envisaged how resilient it would prove to be. So accomplished was it that it soldiered on against more modern opposition until the… more»
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BF Auction: 1956 Studebaker President
Automotive history is littered with manufacturers that collapsed for various reasons. For smaller American companies, the constant and unrelenting pressure from “The Big Three” sent many to the wall. One of the more notable was Studebaker. That was a… more»
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BF Auction: 1968 Jaguar E-Type 2+2
Although most post-war British sports cars are recognized as low-power vehicles that provide an engaging driving experience, Jaguar introduced a game-changer with its iconic E-Type. Now buyers could slip behind the wheel of a sports car that could effortlessly… more»
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BF Auction: 1969 Jaguar E-Type 2+2 Coupe
Jaguar introduced a 2+2 version of its iconic E-Type in 1966 to add versatility to the range. Many enthusiasts questioned the decision, but sales results proved it wise. The 2+2 remained ignored for years by the classic world, but… more»
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BF Auction: Mopar Powered Altered Drag Racer
If you’ve ever fancied trying your hand at drag racing but have found the prospect too daunting or expensive, this Altered could be the ideal solution. The seller believes that it was built during the 1990s and it has… more»
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BF Auction: 1986 Jaguar XJ-S HE
When Jaguar planned the replacement for its iconic E-Type, the vision was to recapture the model’s hard-edged sports car glory days. However, with the E-Type developing into a competent and comfortable Grand Tourer, the company elected to continue the… more»
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BF Auction: 1965 Volkswagen Beetle
UPDATE – Due to some confusion about the high bid, we’ve relisted this Beetle. Be sure to take another look and cast your bids! There’s just something special about the VW Beetle. Their performance isn’t something to write home… more»
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BF Auction: 1949 Kurtis Sport Car KB 001!
There has long been debate about what was the first genuine American sports car, with some people pinning that label on the Chevrolet Corvette. However, more knowledgeable individuals point the finger at the Kurtis Sport Car (KSC), even though… more»
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BF Auction: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 SDL
There comes a time in most people’s lives when owning a hard-edged performance car is less appealing, and the lure of a more luxurious classic is impossible to resist. Traditional “land yachts” can fulfill that need, although they don’t… more»
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BF Auction: 1969 Pontiac GTO “The Judge” Ram Air IV
UPDATE – The seller went over and took additional photos of the car, which we’ve added to the gallery below. They’ve also provided us with photos of the title with the car and all the associated paperwork. Due to… more»
