Two weeks ago, I wrote this piece on a 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. While not the usual BF fare, the review received some interseting comments – no surprise, but a lot of people owned and drove Cavaliers, and many had… more»
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Original VTEC: 1996 Honda del Sol
Maybe I’m being harsh, but I find Honda’s current passenger car range slightly disappointing. The Prelude is a nice car, but the rest of the lineup shows limited imagination. I would love to see the marque recapture the glory… more»
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Unsung Horse Collar Wagon: 1958 Edsel Villager
Despite selling automobiles for only 3 model years, Edsel developed a reputation that lasted much longer than the brand did, and unfortunately, many of the memories among old-school gearheads aren’t positive. Bad timing was a factor, as an economic… more»
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2003 Infiniti M45 Mitsuoka Custom
The Mitsuoka body kit on this 2003 Infiniti M45 transforms the car’s styling in a unique way that’s bound to draw attention. The second generation Infiniti M has almost faded into history, having only come to America in model… more»
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Needs Nothing: 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
When assessing a classic’s long-term investment potential, originality can be a key consideration. Desirable classics that retain their numbers-matching drivetrain traditionally perform better than those that have been changed. Therefore, this 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 deserves a close look…. more»
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W72 Four-Speed: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
Kinion Auto Sales and Service in Clarence, Iowa, has a 1978 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 listed here on its own dealer website for $69,900. The dealer calls it the “Holy Grail of the Trans Ams,” and while that’s a… more»
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Cheap Driver: 1951 Studebaker Champion
If your selection criteria for a turnkey 1950s classic includes the words “practicality” and “affordability,” this 1951 Studebaker Champion deserves a close look. Repainted in the 1990s, it still presents well. It has no mechanical issues, and the optional… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1962 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Some classics are cool without even trying. Take this 1962 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, for example. It isn’t loaded with luxury appointments, and the driver won’t have a million horsepower under their right foot. However, wherever they go, this classic… more»
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427 Side-Oiler: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7/GT-E
Mercury introduced the Cougar in 1967 as a more upmarket alternative to the Ford Mustang. The company raised the bar in 1968 with the rare GT-E variant. With a 427-4V monster under the hood, its performance was unquestioned. Our… more»
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Nut and Bolt Restored: 1971 Pontiac Trans Am
A freshly restored 1971 Pontiac Trans Am 455 H.O. is listed here on Craigslist out of Camas, Washington, carrying an asking price of $137,000 OBO. The seller posted it nine days ago and is open to trades for select… more»
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Rare T-Tops: 1978 Ford Mustang II
Talk about being in the right place at the right time. Ford redesigned its Mustang pony car in 1974 to be smaller and lighter, which resulted in better fuel economy. Also, they wanted sales to rebound. And the new… more»
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SUV Ancestor: 1952 Kaiser Traveler
It’s been decades since the last Kaiser automobile rolled off the assembly line, so younger car enthusiasts don’t talk much about this defunct brand anymore. When the name does come up, it’s often praise for the Kaiser Darrin sports… more»
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455 Power! 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
The upscale Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon wasn’t just a great-looking car; it was also a decent performer when fitted with the optional 455 V8, at least by mid-seventies standards. That’s how this 1975 model here on Craigslist is equipped, but… more»
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Cheap Thrills! 36 Volt Power Crazy Cart
Adding a high-performance motor to just about anything with wheels that’s more often than not push-powered sounds like a good idea in theory, but the challenge sometimes is figuring out how to practically turn that thought into a meaningful… more»
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Future SS Clone? 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
As one of the best-selling automobiles in 1972, there are still plenty of Chevrolet Chevelles from the period in the marketplace at any given time. However, what’s rare is finding one that’s been with the original owner until earlier… more»
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Unique Engine Swap: 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
If I had a dollar for every classic I’ve seen upgraded from a six-cylinder motor to a V8, I could probably afford to bid on this 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. What makes this classic unusual is that the seller… more»
