When we think of high-performance sports cars from the 1950s, Spain is not the first country to come to mind as the source of such vehicles. However, government support saw the production of the Pegaso sports car as an… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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California 4-Speed: 1982 Ford Econoline Shorty
The disco era was barely hanging on by 1982, having spun (no pun intended) enough polyester pants, silk shirts, and gold chains to keep factories humming for years. Vanning was still a thing, however, and this 1982 Ford Econoline… more»
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Supervan Camper: 1966 Ford Econoline
In the world of vintage campers, we know who the dominant players are. The Volkswagen Transporter / Bus / Westfalia is the go-to crowd favorite, and then you have the various Ford E-Series and Dodge B-Series vans that have… more»
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BF Auction: 1989 Nissan S-Cargo
UPDATE – Shortly after we launched the auction for this S-Cargo, the Vancouver area was buried by a snowstorm that left the seller snowed in for the duration of the auction. There were requests for additional photos, but since… more»
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389 Tri-Power: 1959 Pontiac Catalina Sport Coupe
I boldly described this 1959 Pontiac Catalina Sport Coupe as automotive perfection, and I am willing to stand by my claim. Its exterior presentation is dazzling, its interior is spotless, and the Tri-Power V8 under the hood is icing… more»
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One Owner Moscow Garage Find: 1980 VAZ-2101
For all of its military strength and technological achievements (they were the first country to place a human in orbit), the former Soviet Union suffered one significant shortcoming following World War II; It didn’t possess a viable automotive industry…. more»
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Original Throughout: 1978 Mercury Zephyr
What are you going to do with this 1978 Mercury Zephyr four-door? “Collect it” seems like a silly thing to reply, but you know what? Someone’s got to do it as a reminder to future generations that this is… more»
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Show Quality: 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
By the 1990s, Ford was determined to demonstrate to the world it had rediscovered its performance credentials. The Fox-body Mustang sold in significant numbers, but the company craved more. Therefore, it handed 4,993 Mustangs to its Special Vehicle Team… more»
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62k Original Miles: 1992 Buick Roadmaster Estate
Buick introduced the last generation of its iconic Roadmaster series in 1991, with the model soldiering on gamely until market forces saw it discontinued in 1996. With no modern equivalents available, the Estate version has developed a strong following… more»
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Low Mile 4 Speed: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
Pontiac produced the second generation Trans Am from 1970 to 1981. For 1979, there were multiple color and engine combinations available. This black 1979 Trans Am with orange and red decals and red interior certainly stands out. It is… more»
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BF Auction: 1987 Zimmer Golden Spirit Coupe
Built for a driver with “distinctive personality and impeccable taste,” according to its sales literature, the Zimmer Golden Spirit combined a reliable and robustly-engineered fuel-injected V8 platform with the luxury and neo-classic styling of a bygone era. This one… more»
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Rare 1990 Dodge Ramcharger Highway Patrol 4×4
Law enforcement vehicles are popular with collectors around the U.S. and the world, although most of them aren’t 4x4s, as with this 1990 Dodge Ramcharger former California Highway Patrol vehicle. The seller has this rare beast posted here on… more»
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1-of-1 Pace Car: 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix SE
We all know how pace cars show up at the dealership: a few stickers, maybe some special wheels, and an upholstery job. That’s it in most cases, and you’re left wondering why you just paid a $15,000 markup on… more»
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Nicest 1984 Jeep CJ7 Laredo Ever?
This 1984 Jeep CJ7 is probably one of the cleanest classic Jeeps you will ever see. It has over 100k miles on the odometer, but it doesn’t look like it. It can be found here on eBay with a current… more»
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Extraordinary History: 1927 Cadillac 314 With Air Brakes
Cadillacs of the mid-1920s were influenced by a new designer who left Stanford University to work at his father’s firm, Earl Automotive Works – Harley Earl. The family firm was purchased by Don Lee Cadillac, of Los Angeles. Earl… more»
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Greatness In Green: 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix
Well, it’s green which is a great start for me. It’s likely Wilderness Green, and this 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix looks marvelous. From its inception in ’62, the Grand Prix was a special Pontiac but made that much more… more»
