People often lump the first generation of the Ford Thunderbird and the 1953-55 Chevy Corvette into the same category, i.e., they’re sports cars. But that’s not really correct. While the T-Bird was a 2-seater like the ‘Vette, it was… more»
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Stored 35 Years: 1972 Chevrolet Nova Custom
Chevrolet introduced its second entry into the compact market in 1972, the Chevy II. It was conventional compared to the earlier Corvair (the Chevy II had a water-cooled engine up front). The top trim level was called Nova, and… more»
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BF Auction: 1955 Dodge M37CDN
You can’t get much more rugged or overbuilt than a vintage military-spec version of the Dodge Power Wagon. These trucks were built to get supplies in and out of hard-to-reach locations during combat, so they had to be capable… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1980 Ford F-150 Custom
When Ford introduced the seventh generation F-150, it was the first full redesign of the series in over 15 years. Previous generations had received mild refreshes, but the 1980 redesign was ground-up. While there are fans of every F-150… more»
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Low Mile Survivor: 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass 455
Buyers ordering a new 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Brougham could tick the box that saw the car delivered with a six under the hood. However, this car’s first owner threw caution to the wind, deciding there was nothing better… more»
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Romance the Road: 1974 Winnebago Brave D19
Here is a time capsule straight out of the 1970s – a very original 1974 Winnebago Brave D19. With only 43,000 miles on the clock and retaining nearly all of its’70s decor and appointments, this RV is ready to… more»
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Original 318: 1971 Dodge Dart Swinger With No Reserve
There is something undeniably attractive about purchasing a classic with a known history. This is accentuated when the vehicle in question features a V8 under the hood, is unmolested, and is listed with No Reserve: This 1971 Dodge Dart… more»
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Two-Owner Land Cruiser: 1964 Chrysler New Yorker
The New Yorker was Chrysler Corp’s premium automobile from 1940 to 1996 (except for the Imperial which was a separate make during part of this time). The car was redesigned in 1963 and lost its tailfins and other styling… more»
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1993 Chevrolet Corvette 40th Anniversary Convertible With 943 Original Miles!
Chevrolet threw a party in 1993, and the Corvette was the guest of honor. Forty years had passed since the first cars rolled off the line, so the company placed the ‘Vette in a party dress by offering a… more»
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Unrestored Survivor: 1974 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
Some people refer to large American production cars from the 1970s as land yachts. They suggest that these gentle giants don’t offer an engaging motoring experience and that they represent a triumph of style over substance. However, that is… more»
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Cheap C3: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette L82
Regarding the C3 era of the Chevrolet Corvette, many of the later examples typically don’t receive as much fanfare as the sixties and early 70s examples. However, that’s not to say those from near the end of the run… more»
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Barn Find Survivor? 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
After years of getting bigger and selling fewer cars each year, the 1973 model year would be the last for the first-generation Ford Mustang. The car would attempt to return somewhat to its roots in 1974 with the Mustang… more»
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Two-Owner Survivor: 1963 Ford Thunderbird
Classics with a known history typically garner attention when they hit the market. The 1963 Ford Thunderbird is already desirable, but this one lifts that to a higher level because it has only had two owners throughout its life…. more»
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95k Original Miles: 1977 Pontiac Can Am
Let’s be honest; There wasn’t a lot for motoring enthusiasts to become excited about in the late 1970s. Cars had become heavier and slower, with vehicles that had previously been high-performance models capable of doing little but transform fuel… more»
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Special Service Package: 1987 Ford Mustang SSP
Law enforcement agencies typically avoid high-speed pursuits because they represent a risk to officers and the general public. However, these are sometimes unavoidable, and having the appropriate tools for the job maximizes the chances of success. Ford came to… more»
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Coated in Cosmoline: Ford Escort RS Turbo
This is a fascinating post, as the seller apparently have several desirable 1980s-market European Fords for sale, with the centerpiece being this Ford Escort RS Turbo that was coated in Cosmoline and stuck into storage close to 20 years… more»
