There are numerous vehicles on the market today that are available in wide supply, which tends to indicate two things: one, the manufacturer made a lot of that model, which will always hold down values, and two, you can… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Open To Offers: 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V
One of the great challenges when buying a classic is deciding what a fair figure is when a seller says they are open to offers. It becomes a balancing act between not spending more than is necessary and suggesting… more»
16k Original Miles: 1973 Jensen-Healey
The demise of the Austin-Healey 3000 led many enthusiasts to wonder whether there would ever be another Convertible British sports car bearing the illustrious Healey name. However, an American knight in shining armor rode to the rescue, becoming a… more»
Update: 1990 Buick Riviera With 28k Original Miles
UPDATE: 12/05/2023: It is common for a seller to immediately relist a classic car if they fail to secure a buyer on the first attempt. It is less typical for them to leave a significant amount of time before… more»
Rare Color: 1958 MGA 1500 Roadster
Rarity claims are nothing new in the classic world, and all must be taken at face value. Such is the case with this 1958 MGA Roadster. It presents well, with the seller making the rarity claim surrounding its paint… more»
14K Mile Coupe: 1993 Cadillac DeVille
A few days ago, I wrote about the lack of love for a dilapidated front-wheel drive Cadillac DeVille, clearly down on its luck after a final trip home from a winter in Florida (or, so I surmised). The $500… more»
Edgy Wedge: 1985 TVR Tasmin 280i Convertible
Martin Lilley was about to execute on an enduring ambition that would get him fired. It was the late 1970s and he had been running TVR since 1965. The company was no longer making kit cars, and its finances… more»
Stored Since Cold War: 1947 Chrysler Windsor Coupe
Chrysler products built from 1946 through 1948 are never going to win any beauty contests with the possible exception of the Town and Country wood bodied models. However, if there were an award for the best value in the… more»
BF Auction: 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T
The 1960s muscle car war was in full swing by 1967, with Chrysler marques producing some of the most potent offerings available. This was graphically demonstrated by cars like this genuine 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T. It features the sector’s… more»
62k Original Miles: 1995 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer Edition
No vehicle encapsulates the cyclical nature of the new car market better than the Ford Bronco. Initially ignored by the buying public, it experienced impressive sales growth in the late 1970s. Volumes dropped during the 1980s, reaching a point… more»
Fifteenth Anniversary 5.0L HO V8: 1984 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
Here’s a rare bird indeed, on eBay, this 1984 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am fifteenth anniversary edition, bid to $13,500, reserve not met, with a buy-it-now option at $19,500. The Firebird was produced in four generations from 1967 through 2002,… more»
4-Speed Western Survivor: 1978 Ford Bronco 4×4
Cap’n Obvious says: A vehicle from a dry area will generally be more solid than one from a wet area. He goes on to pontificate: But, if that dry state is burning hot and sunny for months at a… more»
57k Original Miles: 1966 Ford Mustang
Some classics make a positive first impression, which is the case with this 1966 Ford Mustang. It is an original and unmolested survivor with 57,000 miles on the clock. The underside shots confirm the typically prone areas are rust-free,… more»
Rare Optional Astroroof: 1987 Oldsmobile 442
Sometimes, the difference between ordinary and extraordinary in the classic world can only be separated by a single tick on an Order Form. Such is the case with this 1987 Oldsmobile 442. It is an undeniably tidy classic with… more»
Two-Owner 1991 SW20 Toyota MR2
So, you want a sports car. You think, maybe a Porsche or a Ferrari or something classic, but are turned off by the expense, quirks, and unreliability. Maybe a Honda/Acura NSX? That solves the reliability and drivability issues; it’s… more»
Dealer Edition: 1983 Mustang Dominator GT
We are all familiar with the Mustang GT but did you know that certain dealers created special packages for the Mustang? This example is the Mustang Dominator GT created and sold through Summit Ford in Lee Summit, Missouri. This… more»
















