Huh? That would be one legitimately elicited response to this 1986 Toyota Frakentractor. The famous bluesman Muddy Waters wrote a song many years ago called, “The Blues Had A Baby And They Named It Rock And Roll” (Hard Again,… more»
Project Cars
Oct 1, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
No Reserve Project: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The 1966 Chevrolet Corvette was mostly a carryover from the previous model in terms of outward appearance, with the more significant change being under the hood, as big block buyers now got 427 cubic inches instead of the previous… more»
Oct 1, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Perfect Project: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
The second generation Trans Am was built from 1970 to 1981. This 1980 Trans Am is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico and is definitely a project that has been sitting a while. The seller is asking $6,500 and has… more»
Oct 1, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Stored 49 Years: 1957 Volkswagen Beetle
The Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle) was conceived while war was developing in Europe in the 1930s. “The People’s Car” as it was called got into full production after World War II and would eventually go on to sell… more»
Oct 1, 2024 • Auctions • 15 Comments
BF Auction: 1968 Fiat 850 Spider
“Frugal fun wrapped in beautiful Italian styling” is how the Lane Museum describes the Fiat 850 Spider and that description seems to fit pretty well. Entering the market in 1965, a year after the introduction of the 850 models,… more»
Oct 1, 2024 • Auctions • 40 Comments
BF Auction: No Reseve 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback
UPDATE: A video of the engine starting and running has been added. UPDATE: The seller has provided videos showing a closer look at the underside of the car and water being poured into the cowl. Additional photos have also… more»
Oct 1, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
425 V8 Project: 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
The Cutlass Supreme joined the Oldsmobile lineup in 1966 and would go on to be one of the industry’s best-selling mid-size cars over the next 30 years. It began life as an option on the Olds Cutlass but was… more»
Oct 1, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
S-Code Roller: 1967 Ford Mustang Project
Change was coming for the popular Ford Mustang in 1967. After selling 1.3 million units in less than three years, the car would have its first real competition that year. And, the top engine in 1966 was a 289… more»
Oct 1, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Drop-Top Project: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS
Looking every bit like a turn-key driver, this shiny red Chevy needs some work before heading toward the horizon under its own power. The 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS convertible in Saint Petersburg, Florida, a claimed-original 42,000 mile classic, comes… more»
Sep 30, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
4-Speed Project: 1969 Chevrolet Nova SS 396
From 1968 to 1970, Chevrolet installed more than 13,600 of the 396 cubic inch V8s into the compact Nova. Offering between 350 and 375 horsepower, these were formidable muscle cars given they were much lighter (in curb weight) than… more»
Sep 30, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Barn Find Project: 1969 Pontiac GTO
The story of Pontiac’s vaunted GTO is an oft-told tale, so I won’t revisit it today. This will be more of a “Yikes, what happened here?” GTO story. The seller tells us, “What you see, is what you get”… more»
Sep 30, 2024 • Auctions • 16 Comments
BF Auction: 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible
Locating a project candidate that doesn’t require hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars in rust repairs can be challenging. However, this 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible ticks the right boxes for potential buyers. It is rock-solid, complete, and features… more»
Sep 30, 2024 • Auctions • 36 Comments
BF Auction: 1956 Chris Craft Capri 19′
Chris Craft was among the most prestigious brands in the boating world, with a history dating back to 1874. They built everything from small fiberglass boats to yachts, but their most iconic are the mahogany pleasure boats they built… more»
Sep 30, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Better To Pass? 1975 455 HO Pontiac Trans Am
The 1970s Trans Am market has not cooled, and most auctions nowadays feature a few such cars, all shiny and new-looking. One day, everyone with nostalgia for these will have one, but we’re not there yet, so cars of… more»
Sep 30, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Cheap 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Pace Car
From a distance, this 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Pace Car looks pretty striking but when you get up close, it is doubtful that it can be saved. The Corvette is located in Argyle, Texas which is a small town near… more»
Sep 30, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Price Is Firm 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix J
Mitchell G found this 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J located in Philadelphia, PA. It is dark red with a white interior. The seller is asking $6,500 and says he or she is firm on the price. The car… more»
