In the late 1960s, only two U.S. manufacturers built a 2-seat automobile – the Chevrolet Corvette and the American Motors AMX. The latter, a GT-style muscle car, had light sales from 1968 to 1970, so AMC nixed production and… more»
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Clark Griswold Tribute: 1969 Ford Country Sedan
In the 1960s, Ford offered three series of full-size station wagons. Entry level was the Ranch Wagon, mid-tier was the Country Sedan, and top shelf was the Country Squire. The seller purchased this 1969 Country Sedan and added a… more»
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Winter Fun Rig: 1988 ASV Track Truck
Every now and again, one of these weird ASV Track Trucks shows up for sale, and I immediately regret not owning a large tract of land in the wilderness. This is the same problem I have the Case Unimogs,… more»
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Big-Block Muscle: 1967 Plymouth GTX Project
Listed on craigslist, this 1967 Plymouth GTX 2-Door Hardtop is the real deal, a genuine RS23L-coded car originally equipped with a 440 cubic-inch V8 and console-shift automatic transmission. The seller calls it a “proud old muscle car”, and even… more»
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Bronco Alternative? 1967 International Scout
If you’ve watched the prices for original Ford Broncos (’66-’77), you’ll notice that they’ve reached nuckin’ futz territory. I find the phenomenon perplexing for a utility vehicle that is, how should I say it, so agrarian in nature. Whatever,… more»
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SS Clone Roller: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle
Chevrolet Chevelles produced from 1969 to 1972 have become popular for cloning as Super Sports. That’s because a lot of them were made, and Super Sports from that vintage are hard to identify as “real deal” without paperwork. The… more»
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BF Auction: 1957 Ford F100 Short Bed
This 1957 Ford F100 Short Bed is a solid and tidy classic that has received some very desirable mechanical upgrades. These changes should unleash significant performance gains, while also providing a safer and more civilized driving experience than was… more»
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Lawn Ornament Or Custom Hauler? 1955 Ford C-600
The COE, or “Cab Over Engine” truck, is not, to be charitable, the most beautiful or the most well-proportioned rig on the road. But it’s still super cool. This 1955 Ford C-600 is one of those trucks that makes… more»
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Bubbletop Survivor: 1961 Chevrolet Impala
The term “bubbletop” was coined to refer to Impala and Bel Air Chevrolet 2-door hardtops built from 1959 to 1962. That’s because the sleek rooflines of these cars had thin pillars and an abundance of curved glass windows. This… more»
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Parked for 40 Years: 1952 Mercedes-Benz 300 Adenauer
When we think of vintage Mercedes-Benz vehicles, it’s easy to jump right to the exotic 300SL Gullwing or thundering 6.9L V8 sedans. However, older Mercedes products that weren’t the pinnacle of sports cars for their day or the most… more»
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440-Equipped 1968 Dodge Charger
Second Generation Chargers have suffered from a reputation for being prone to significant rust issues. However, this 1968 example has avoided that fate, making it a solid foundation for a project build. Adding to its appeal, the upgraded 440ci… more»
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Stalled Roller: 1973 Dodge Charger Rallye 440
Redesigned in 1971, the Dodge Charger went on to have a record sales year in 1973 (nearly 120,000 units). Part of the demand stemmed from the Charger being the only 2-door Dodge B-body, as the Coronet in that body… more»
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We All Had One: 1970s Kraco 8-Track Player
Ok, maybe not all of us had an underdash-mounted 8-track player, but a lot of us did, or we wanted one. Those of us who couldn’t swing the cost of a Panasonic, Pioneer, RCA, or even a Craig, stopped… more»
BF Exclusive: 1936 Oldsmobile F-36
The 1930s saw a marked shift in automobile appearance as manufacturers began focusing on aerodynamic efficiency. Oldsmobile was no exception, with legendary designer Harley Earl wielding his pen on the company’s new F-Series range. This 1936 Olds F-36 is… more»
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2 For 1: 1969 Dodge Charger Plus 2017 Hellcat Donor
It’s not unusual for a project to sometimes include a similar second car, often intended to source body parts or other components needed for the restoration. However, this two-for-one offering is somewhat out of the ordinary, as it includes… more»
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Must Sell: 1972 International 1210 Pickup
I can’t go more than a couple days without finding a truck I like, it seems. This 1972 International pickup reminds me of that line from the Rolling Stones’ Far Away Eyes, “… she’s a little bleary, a little… more»
