After the second world war, small off-road vehicles entered the civilian market as rudimentary creepy-crawlers offering all-weather off-road transportation for hunters, park rangers, and other rugged sorts who didn’t mind a kidney-pounding ride and all the creature comforts of… more»
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Barn Find: 1948 Chrysler New Yorker Club Coupe
One day, we’ll wake up and all the postwar Chryslers will be gone; however, that day has not yet come. As of now, they seem to be coming at us from all corners of the United States; I know… more»
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Old School Cool: 1928 Ford Model A Roadster
While the Ford Model T was wildly successful at every level, it was beginning to age out among buyers after an almost twenty-year run, and in 1928 was replaced by the all-new Model A. The more modern, fresh offering… more»
BF Exclusive: 1992 Ford Tempo V6
One of Ford’s biggest sellers during its entire run, the Tempo, and its cousin car, the Mercury Topaz, were what I call the “right size” line of cars, available in a wide range of trim levels, drivetrains, and even… more»
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No Reserve: 1987 Lotus Turbo Esprit HCi
UPDATE 04/03/2025: Finding a buyer for your classic is sometimes challenging, requiring more than one attempt for the vehicle to head to a new home. Such is the case with this 1987 Lotus Esprit Turbo. When we last saw… more»
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No Reserve: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
If you have your heart set on owning a C3 Corvette and are struggling to locate an affordable project candidate, this 1982 example might be worth a close look. The seller is candid about its condition, supplying an excellent… more»
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Starsky & Hutch Replica: 1976 Ford Gran Torino
Detective and police TV shows of the 1970s seemed to have a gimmick. A case in point is Starsky & Hutch, which ran on ABC from 1975 to 1979. Their gimmick was a glitzy 1976 Ford Gran Torino with… more»
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Drive Or Re-Restore? 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ
The Grand Prix was first introduced into the Pontiac lineup in 1962, but it wasn’t until the late sixties when the third-generation cars debuted that it really took off as a bonafide sales leader for the brand. The 1969… more»
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Original 400/4-Speed: 1973 Pontiac GTO
Rarity is often cited as ample justification for enthusiasts to undertake what could be a back-breaking restoration. However, at what point should we wave the white flag and declare that a classic is beyond salvation? That is the question… more»
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Vintage Hauler: 1971 Dodge D700 Ramp Truck
From experience, I have learned that one of the greatest challenges in motorsport is finding an appropriate candidate to haul racing machinery to and from the track. That is where this 1971 Dodge D700 Ramp Truck may ride to… more»
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Long Road To Perfect: 1966 Mustang 2+2
The Mustang coupe took the world by storm on April 17, 1964, with the convertible body style coming online the same day. Five months later, as if they needed something more to make this nameplate a roaring success, Ford… more»
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Open Wheel Package: Lola T324 and Renard RF82
When it comes to vintage racing, there are endless options for how you can enter the sport. There are obviously tantalizing production-based options from the likes of Alfa Romeo, Porsche, and Lotus, but the price of entry can be… more»
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Upholstery Shop Find: 1973 BMW 2002 Tii
Upholstery shops are hidden gems of potential project car surprises. Both of the shops I patronized back in Rhode Island had a variety of gems hidden on the property, both belonging to the proprietor and to customers who had… more»
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Original Paint? 1954 Ford Crestline Victoria
Some cars just don’t get the credit that I think they deserve, and one generation of American sedans that fits neatly into that category is the 1952 to 1954 Ford. Sandwiched between the “shoebox” Ford and the neat 1955-1956… more»
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Drive Or Restore? 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass
While the Cutlass went on to be one of the most successful GM intermediates during the seventies, it started out as an entry-level compact in the Oldsmobile lineup, though it still offered a sporty appearance and some great-looking lines… more»
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1-of-1 R-Code: 1969 Ford Torino Cobra 428 CJ
According to the Marti report, this 1969 Ford Torino Cobra checked so many great boxes when new that it ended up being a one-of-one example, and I’m sure there’s going to be competition among blue oval fans for the… more»
