From 1927 to 1974, the Ambassador was one of the longest-running nameplates in the U.S. auto industry. Beginning with Nash, it survived well past the American Motors merger in 1954 to be the company’s top-of-the-line product. This example from… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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No Reserve: 1971 Dodge Charger Super Bee
It was blindingly apparent by 1971 that the muscle car’s days were numbered. Evolving buyer tastes and pending emission and safety regulations combined to place these cars on the “threatened species” list. Some badges survived into The Malaise Era,… more»
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Two-Owner Survivor: 1984 Toyota Celica Supra
If push came to shove and I had to nominate what I believe is the best-looking Japanese car from the 1980s, this 1984 Toyota Celica Supra would be a strong contender. There is something about its aggressive “wedge” styling… more»
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No Reserve: 1982 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Pace Car Edition
Being chosen to supply the Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500 is a great honor, and Chevrolet has scored the gig nine times with its Camaro. We’ve seen a decent spread of examples of Pace Car Editions from various… more»
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Original 425 Dual-Quad: 1964 Buick Riviera
I grew up in a household where Ford products dominated the garage. The mix was eclectic, including a 1957 Thunderbird. Therefore, my passion for classics wearing the Blue Oval is understandable. However, if you believe my favorite Personal Luxury… more»
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66k-Mile 4WD: 1986 AMC Eagle Wagon
We take for granted today the fact that we can roll into almost any dealership in the nation and drive out with a vehicle with some form of four-wheel drive. While that might not matter as much for folks… more»
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39k Mile Survivor: 1994 Chevrolet Lumina
Chevrolet introduced the mid-size Lumina in 1990. It was a consolidation of the prior Celebrity and Monte Carlo (the latter would return in 1995). It was the Chevy front-wheel-drive equivalent of the Olds Cutlass Supreme, Buick Regal, and Pontiac… more»
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BF Auction: 1990 Plymouth Voyager LX Turbo
The rise of the Minivan sounded the death knell for the traditional Station Wagon, and it is easy to see why they were a success. The Minivan offered impressive passenger space, enormous versatility, and excellent fuel economy at a… more»
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17K Original Miles: 1988 Ford Mustang GT
Just when you think every low-mileage Fox body has been discovered, another one climbs out of the woodwork. That’s certainly the reaction I have upon seeing this stunning, sub-17,000 mile example that looks like a brand new car. The… more»
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19k Original Miles: 1967 Ford F-250 4×4 Highboy
One of the attractions of owning a former emergency service vehicle is that they are invariably maintained to the highest standard. This approach is a matter of necessity because service personnel must be confident that the vehicle will roar… more»
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Time Capsule 4×4: 1996 Lexus LX450
When you see a vehicle you own appear for sale at a strong asking price – but it’s been listed for more than a few days – how does it make you feel? Personally, I think this clean 1996… more»
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Off the Road Since ’98: 1985 Ford Mustang GT
This is a serious case of before and after, as the seller has found a diamond in the rough with this 1985 Ford Mustang GT convertible that was parked starting in 1998. The listing notes that the 5-speed manual… more»
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Montana Find: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon Brougham
Looking as if it may be the nicest example left on the planet for this unusual model, in the preferred two-door body style, this 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon Brougham appears to be in outstanding condition. This one is almost… more»
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Grandma’s Ride? 1977 Buick LeSabre
The LeSabre was Buick’s “bread and butter” car from 1959 to 2005. It was positioned below the Electra in terms of trim, much like the Chevy Impala was to the Caprice. The cars were part of General Motors’ downsizing… more»
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Classified Find: 1925 Ford Model T Huckster
The Ford Model T proved two things to the motoring world. The first was that it was possible to produce a single platform with a bewildering array of body options that could potentially fulfill every need. The other is… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Custom Pickup
Classic Pickups offer their owners a vast array of choices when it comes to the question of project builds. Some respond perfectly to a faithful restoration, while others make an ideal base for a rat rod approach. The owner… more»
