The Packard Six was one of the company’s two main product lines offered between World War I and II. The other was the Packard Eight and both automobiles got their names from the engines found “under the bonnet.” From… more»
Project Cars
Oct 19, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
383 V8 Barn Find: 1971 Plymouth Road Runner
Things can change quickly in the automotive world. After debuting in 1968, the Plymouth Road Runner, sales of the car quickly peaked at 82,000 units in 1969. Two years later, they could barely sell more than 14,000 of the… more»
Oct 19, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
455/4-Speed Barn Find: 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass 4-4-2
Colonnade styling was all the rage at GM dealers back in 1973, with several of the brand’s popular models getting a fresh new body, which included the Oldsmobile Cutlass. Some great news was that the 4-4-2 package could still… more»
Oct 19, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Long-Door Project: 1954 Triumph TR2
In my teenage years, my life goal was to own a fleet of small British and Italian cars; because life is whimsical, however, I now have a fleet of American cars instead. Despite the chasm between my young dreams… more»
Oct 19, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Original Paint? 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Wagon
There’s no denying that a collector car with a roof rack opens up a world of options; no longer is your luggage confined to the inside of your vehicle, and there’s a lot of freedom in that knowledge. Unfortunately,… more»
Oct 19, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Older Restoration: 1962 MG MGA 1600 Mk II
The success of the TF Midget meant that MG needed to produce something special to continue enjoying a strong showing in the sports car market. The company released the MGA as a worthy replacement, with sales climbing into six-figure… more»
Oct 19, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Barn Find: 1982 Aquila GT
The Aquila GT kit car amounts to an automotive Rorschach test. Some see Bricklin in its lines, some see Lamborghini, or BMW M1. I see Pantera, until the gullwing doors open. Whatever you see, the Aquila GT was the… more»
Oct 19, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Stored 60 Years: Pair of 1950s Kaiser Manhattans
Kaiser-Frazer Corporation was founded after World War II as another independent automaker whose goal was to do battle with the giants of the industry. Due to pent-up demand after the war, K-F should have done well, but the “Big… more»
Oct 18, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
318 V8 Project: 1974 Plymouth Road Runner
The Plymouth Road Runner was one of the 1960s muscle cars that brought traffic into dealer showrooms. From a peak of 82,000 units built and sold in 1969, the car was a mirror image of its former self by… more»
Oct 18, 2024 • Exclusives • 16 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1972 MGB GT
The MGB Roadster is an icon in the world of British sports cars, but its hard-topped brother, the GT, never quite garnered the same love here in the States. It’s a shame, as they are a fantastic sports car… more»
Oct 18, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Dual-Quad 409! 1962 Chevrolet Impala
Does your Librarian know she’s showing a scarlet strap of Victoria’s Secret? A glimpse of red upholstery hints at this plain vanilla sedan’s fun side. The 1962 Chevrolet Impala four-door sedan in Shoreview, Minnesota might well have served a… more»
Oct 18, 2024 • Exclusives • 7 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1972 Dodge Challenger
Dodge’s answer to the Mustang and Camaro was relatively late to the game. The Challenger didn’t hit the market until 1970 and had a slightly different take on the Pony car. It was larger and more comfortable than its… more»
Oct 18, 2024 • Auctions • 24 Comments
BF Auction: 1963 Ford Country Squire Wagon
The car hobby is all-encompassing. Some build class-record-holding land speed racers, some build customs and hot rods, some just want to cruise with the top down, and some find relaxation and pride in frame-up, show car restorations. The seller… more»
Oct 18, 2024 • Auctions • 2 Comments
BF Auction: 1981 Chevrolet Silverado K20 4X4
UPDATE—The seller had the professional photographer come back to retake a few of the photos with the truck washed and dried so that bidders can get a better idea of the truck’s overall condition, so we’ve extended the auction… more»
Oct 18, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Solid Convertible Project: 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS
I first thought of taking a pass on reviewing this 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS convertible. There were, literally, thousands built and we’ve covered many here on BF. So, why the change of heart? Between 1997 and 2004 I owned… more»
Oct 18, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Fantastic Plastic: 1957 Byers SR-100 Project
Jim Byers crafted a car brilliant enough that Road & Track made it a cover car – quite an accolade for a fiberglass special. The Byers SR-100 was featured in the magazine’s February 1957 issue, with a story all… more»
