When you thought of American Motors in the 1960s, economical compact cars often came to mind. Determined to change that perception, AMC entered the muscle car market later in that decade. One of those entries was the limited-run 1969… more»
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Grandma Survivor: 1967 Oldsmobile Delta 88
Back in the day, Oldsmobile played the numbers game as the F-85, 88, and 98 were the order of business in the 1960s. The 88s were the full-size family cars, while the 98s were luxury automobiles. There were various… more»
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Former S-Code Project: 1967 Ford Mustang
This 1967 Ford Mustang would have been a potent beast in its prime. With a 390ci V8 under the hood, it was a pony car that offered muscle car performance. Much water has passed under the bridge since it… more»
BF Exclusive: 1963 Pontiac Tempest Convertible
Pontiac was once a leader in innovation. Take this 1963 Pontiac Tempest, which features the rare Trophy-4 engine, a transaxle, and independent rear suspension. It also features great styling and handling. This example is a running and driving project… more»
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2-for-1 Deal: 1978 Jeep Wagoneer and 1987 Grand Wagoneer
I don’t know anyone who isn’t attracted to a package deal, particularly when the classics on offer run and drive. Such is the case with this Jeep duo. The buyer will receive a 1978 Wagoneer and a 1987 Grand… more»
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Stored 35 Years: 1948 Chrysler Windsor
There’s a certain draw about a flathead Chrysler product that is dangerous to acquisitive car guys like me. Aside from the Town and Country, they’re almost universally affordable. They’re quaint. They’re durable. They’re most certainly built for a more… more»
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Rocket V8 Project: 1973 Oldsmobile Omega
Except for Cadillac, the other GM divisions got on the Chevrolet Nova bandwagon in the early 1970s. The popular Bow-Tie compact spawned the Pontiac Ventura, Buick Apollo, and Oldsmobile Omega. Olds got in on the act in 1973 with… more»
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BF Auction: 1969 Ford Mustang
The first-generation Mustang underwent several refreshes over its nine-year production run. There are many opinions on which is the best, but most would agree that 1969 was one of the better years for the Mustang from a style standpoint…. more»
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Built Like a Bridge: 1934 DeSoto Airflow
The Airflow was an automobile ahead of its time. Built under both Chrysler and DeSoto brands in the mid-1930s, the Airflow’s design was driven by aerodynamics, so the body was sleeker in appearance than most of its contemporaries. This… more»
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Short Wheelbase Sedan: 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
A few things in the car world have been constants since pretty much the dawn of the industry. Sports cars are fun, convertibles will always be cool, and big Mercedes-Benz sedans are often seen as the pinnacle of luxury…. more»
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No Reserve! 1977 Datsun 280Z Project
We think many of us here agree that the Datsun 240/260/280Z is among the best-looking cars to come out of Japan. It’s gorgeous. They also lend themselves well to modifications, as evidenced by those fantastic Bob Sharp Z’s that… more»
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BF Auction: 1965 Ford Falcon Station Wagon
There are many reasons why a classic car might find itself in hibernation, some more complex than others. This 1965 Ford Falcon Station Wagon succumbed to a simple brake issue, which has seen it spend the past forty-three years… more»
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1 Of 3: Shriners 1971 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible
The Shriners have been around for more than 150 years now, assisting the ill and especially focusing on helping children nowadays whose parents are financially challenged to pay for their healthcare. With a system like this in place, the… more»
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Estate Sale, Already Restored! 1952 MG TD
Although prices for running-board MGs have declined in the past few years, I’m still surprised this 1952 MG TD hasn’t found a new garage. It’s advertised here on facebook Marketplace for $12,000, and though it hasn’t run in about… more»
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Worth Fixing? 1977 Pontiac Trans Am
There were several changes to the 2nd generation Pontiac Trans Am in 1977. First was the new front end with its “beak” nose. The 455 cubic inch V8 engine was no longer but Pontiac introduced the high performance W72… more»
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Original, But Needs Restoration: 1928 Ford Model A
As we creep towards the 100th anniversary of the first Ford Model A rolling across the assembly line, this iconic car is still very popular with restorers and collectors. It was the last car that you could say Henry… more»
