The 1970 Plymouth Road Runner had a unique body style among the first generation cars, and while an impressive 43,404 were produced for this one year alone just 824 were of the droptop variety, making this one for sale… more»
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Sep 29, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
How Much is Too Much? 1936 Ford Cabriolet
While there is a certain elegance and charm with every prewar automobile, Ford V-8s from 1932 through 1940 are considered standouts. From the first V-8 in 1932 to the indelible image of a 1940 Ford coupe burning up the… more»
Sep 29, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
The Baby Pinin Ferrari? 1962 Fiat 1200
When I first spied this 1962 Fiat 1200 Cabriolet, I thought, at first, it was a late ’60s Datsun 1600/2000. Nope, not quite but it is a Fiat model that I have not encountered before. Said to be sitting… more»
Sep 27, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
1961 Chevrolet Corvette Boasts Plenty of Originality!
Listed here on eBay in Wethersfield, Connecticut (near Hartford) is this very nice 1961 Corvette, with both soft and hard tops. Better hurry—there are only two days left in the auction, with the bidding up to $46,000. Frankly, if… more»
Sep 27, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Time Capsule! 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
I enjoy reviewing the great variety of Mercedes-Benz cars that show up on our BF tip list. Often, they’re either old SLs or SE/SEL sedans and they also seem to run the gamut on condition. Today, I’d like to… more»
Sep 27, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Unrestored 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z11 Pace Car Convertible
Since its introduction in 1967, the Chevy Camaro has been one of the most often-used cars to pace the field at the Indianapolis 500. It did so in style for its second of nine times in 1969. Some 133… more»
Sep 27, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 4-Speed Convertible
Well, it’s not a Camaro! Not that there’s anything wrong with that, but the first-gen Camaro’s numbers are so outsized, that they always seem to drown out Pontiac’s very similar Firebird. And this 1967 Firebird 400 convertible is not… more»
Sep 26, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
1968 Pontiac LeMans Convertible Project
If you went into your local Pontiac dealership in 1968 and wanted a mid-size convertible, you had three choices. The cars had been redesigned this year and your drop-top options were the Tempest Custom, LeMans, and GTO. The GTO… more»
Sep 25, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Affordable Drop-Top: 1974 MGB
Finding a project candidate that is solid, affordable, and promises to be a straightforward restoration can be challenging, but that appears to be the opportunity awaiting the new owner of this 1974 MGB. The seller’s grandfather has been tinkering… more»
Sep 25, 2023 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Nice Patina? 1968 Buick GS400 Convertible
You’re looking at a rarity! It’s an early member of GM’s A-body lineup (Chevelle; Tempest/LeMans; F-85/Cutlass; and Skylark/GS), that managed to dominate the intermediate marketplace between 1968 and 1972. The Skylark and GS from the years ’68 and ’69… more»
Sep 24, 2023 • For Sale • 41 Comments
Barn Find: 1967 Dodge Dart GT Convertible
Finding a nice-looking Dodge Dart GT convertible in a barn has to be one of life’s greatest pleasures. I know, a Lamborghini Miura or some other multimillion-dollar supercar would probably be better, but it’s hard to go wrong here…. more»
Sep 22, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Fresh Paint: 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z Convertible
While some enthusiasts consider a classic’s total originality essential, others are willing to compromise on the subject. This is particularly true if any changes or modifications are reversible, as with this 1988 Camaro IROC-Z. Its fresh paint and graphics… more»
Sep 21, 2023 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Bowtie Under The Bonnet! 1980 MGB
It’s a 1980 MGB, one of the last, as ’80 was its grand finale. Yes, it has those outsized black rubber bumpers which seem to be the bane of ‘74.5 and later Bs. Anything else remarkable? Well, I guess… more»
Sep 21, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Clean Convertible: 1992 Ford Mustang LX
Is there a car you never tire of seeing pictures of? For me, it’s a clean Fox body Mustang. I’m not sure what it is, but scoping out bone-stock survivors like this 1992 Mustang LX convertible will never be… more»
Sep 20, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Prototype Drop-Top: 1975 Chevrolet Corvette
Chevrolet built nearly 38,500 Corvettes in 1975, including this first convertible which seems to be a prototype that was assembled for GM’s Central Office (COPO) and the marketing group for pre-production photos. It likely was never intended to get… more»
Sep 20, 2023 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Running Sports Car Project: 1949 Crosley Hotshot
Hollywood studios have spent decades endowing their animated automotive offerings with faces and winning personalities. From Disney’s Susie the Little Blue Coupe to Lightning McQueen from the “Cars” franchise, all featured faces brimming with character. Looking at this 1949… more»
