Lincoln always struggled to match Cadillac in the sales race, but that changed when it introduced the Continental Mark III. It signified the first time that the company marketed a genuinely worthy adversary to the Eldorado, and sales success… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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Clean 8-Seater: 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
I’ve long believed that everybody should have access to the classic car ownership experience. That can prove more challenging for large families, and if you are in that situation, this 1991 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser could be the perfect vehicle…. more»
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South Dakota Car: 1985 Renault Encore 5-Speed
Almost looking as if it had AWD, or was missing an engine – or better yet, was set up with the ever-popular Carolina Squat, this 1985 Renault Encore looks good in black. This Wisconsin/France marriage made in heaven (or… more»
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Slightly Sunburned Sedan: 1976 Dodge Aspen SE
“For a small car, it’s unbelievable.” If you can’t believe a car company’s marketing brochure, what can you believe? They really wanted potential customers to know that this 1976 Dodge Aspen SE was a small car. This one is… more»
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Designer Package! 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V Cartier Edition
As luxurious as the Lincoln Continental Mark V offerings were in base form, for buyers who wanted an even more special touch came the designer series line-up, which added a distinctive label and cosmetic treatment to the already opulent… more»
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“Sign of the Cat”: Pair of 1988 Mercury Cougars
The Mercury Cougar began in 1967 as an upscale version of the Ford Mustang. Over the years it would morph into more of a personal luxury car and compete in-house with the Thunderbird. The sixth generation arrived in 1983… more»
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BF Auction: 1951 Kaiser Deluxe 2-Door Sedan
It would generally be fair to expect any classic with over seven decades under its belt to look slightly frayed and rough around the edges. However, this 1951 Kaiser Deluxe 2-Door Sedan is an exception to that rule. It… more»
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$3,990 New, $4,995 Now: 1988 Yugo GV
Those of us who lived through the eighties all remember the TV commercials for “the lowest-priced car in America.” That car was the Yugo. The Yugo was a Yugoslav copy of a Fiat 124 sedan, and its base price… more»
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42k Mile Survivor: 1974 Ford Pinto Wagon
The Pinto was Ford’s first subcompact built in the U.S. and would remain in production for 10 model years (1971-80). The car would be popular enough to spawn a badge-engineered version for Mercury called the Bobcat. This 1974 edition,… more»
Sold! 1995 Lincoln Town Car Signature
UPDATE – This Lincoln was one of the first cars to be listed in our new Make An Offer system and we are excited to say that it sold right away for $7,500 and is now with its new… more»
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Just 5,000 Miles! 2003 Mercury Marauder
The Mercury Marauder was a full-size muscle car in the 1960s When interest in those kinds of automobiles shifted to mid-sized products, the Marauder nameplate was retired. In 2003, it was resurrected for a two-year stint as a latter-day… more»
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BF Auction: 1941 Chevrolet Fire Pumper
There would be millions of people in the world who harbored childhood dreams of becoming a firefighter, but fate decreed that wouldn’t happen. The passion doesn’t die in the hearts of many, and they look longingly every time a… more»
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Only 766 Made: 1971 Dodge Super Bee
The mid-size Super Bee was Dodge’s response to Plymouth’s highly successful Road Runner. They were similar in concept and execution (budget muscle cars) but sold in much smaller numbers. Built from 1968 to 1971, the seller’s edition is from… more»
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5-Speed Sleeper: 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T
As a successor to the Dodge Aries (K-Car), the 1989-95 Dodge Spirit was just another 4-cylinder, front-wheel drive sedan. But when the R/T version was added with its 2.2-liter turbocharged engine designed by Lotus, it became a rocket ship…. more»
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BF Auction: 1967 Mercury Cougar XR7
Sometimes it’s hard to let go of a classic simply because it’s such a well-maintained example that you know you won’t be able to easily replace. That’s the case for this beautiful 1967 Mercury Cougar XR7. Before going any… more»
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Fifth One Built: One Owner 1979 Ford Bronco
There are some distinct advantages to buying an older off-roader. They are typically cheaper than those bought off the showroom floor, and it is common for owners to find themselves with an appreciating asset if they choose the right… more»
