With the tides beginning to change for muscle cars, Buick only built 165 GS 455 convertibles in 1971 (plus another 81 with the Stage 1 setup). This vehicle began life as a “regular” Skylark drop-top that has been transformed… more»
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17 hours ago • Auctions • 2 Comments
BF Auction: Pair Of 1963 Pontiac LeMans Convertibles
Pontiac had a history of creating sporty trim options that became so popular that they became their own car model. When the LeMans first appeared, it was a trim option for the Tempest. By 1963, the LeMans became its… more»
Apr 25, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
No Reserve Rag Top: 1955 Cadillac Sixty-Two
Hubba-Hubba! A red, 1955 Cadilac Series 62 convertible – it doesn’t get much better than that. The seller tells us that it’s not perfect – not a show car, but still, it makes a big statement just as it… more»
Apr 24, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Pace Car Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS
In 1969, the Chevy Camaro had the honor of pacing the field at the Indianapolis 500 for the second time in three years. To celebrate the occasion, Chevy built 3,675 replica convertibles with SS and RS equipment and badging,… more»
Apr 24, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Slightly Updated: 1991 Geo Metro LSi Convertible
The first thing you probably noticed about this 1991 Geo Metro LSi Convertible are the 15″ OZ Racing wheels in place of the stock 14″ steel wheels and wheel covers that would have been on this car. Luckily for… more»
Apr 24, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Sports Car Collection for Sale!
We see listings for collections come up for sale every now and again, and it’s always fascinating to see what collectors have hidden in their outbuildings and garages. This listing for an assortment of sports cars appears to be… more»
Apr 24, 2024 • Auctions • 26 Comments
BF Auction: 1970 Ford Torino GT Convertible
UPDATE – A video of the car has been added below! Occasionally, a classic will appear on my desk, leaving me in awe at what its owner has created. Such is the case with this 1970 Ford Torino GT… more»
Apr 23, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Saturday Night Cruiser: 1964 Pontiac LeMans
In 1964, GM moved several of its compacts up a notch to the new intermediate platform size. That included the Oldsmobile F85/Cutlass, Buick Special/Skylark, and the Pontiac Tempest/LeMans. And this is the second time this week we’ve seen one… more»
Apr 22, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Real Barn Find: 1966 Lincoln Continental Convertible
A luxurious, pillarless sedan with suicide doors and a droptop. For my tastes, the execution of a convertible design just didn’t get much cooler than this, at least not during the sixties decade. The fourth-generation Lincoln Continental got another… more»
Apr 22, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Original Survivor: 22k Mile 1969 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
The Jaguar E-Type OTS is one of the few cars that can genuinely make me go weak at the knees. The styling caused a sensation upon debut, as did what was considered a rock-bottom price. Times change, and the… more»
Apr 21, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Nicely Optioned Survivor: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
A C3 Corvette Convertible is unlikely to blend into the background under normal circumstances. When its first owner selected Bright Yellow as its paint color, it stands out like a beacon. This 1974 Corvette is a tidy classic featuring… more»
Apr 21, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rolling Drop-Top: 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 427
Due to the growing popularity of the 1960s mid-size muscle cars, Chevrolet promoted the Chevelle SS 396 to series status in 1966. The 396 cubic inch V8 was standard and nothing bigger than that was officially installed in 1966… more»
Apr 21, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Junior-Grade GTO: 1964 Pontiac LeMans
In the 1960s, the LeMans was a step up in trim level to the Tempest. Both started as compacts in 1961 and evolved to mid-size automobiles for 1964 (where the series remained for years to come). The seller offers… more»
Apr 21, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Stored 30 Years: 1964 Buick Skylark Convertible
The Skylark nameplate played a key role for years in the Buick lineup. It was the upscale version of the Special when Buick’s new compact was introduced in 1961 and was promoted to intermediate status in 1964 when those… more»
Apr 21, 2024 • For Sale • 32 Comments
1-of-1? 1970 Dodge Challenger 340 Convertible
Claiming that a classic in your care is unique or a genuine 1-of-1 vehicle is bold, and there will inevitably be people who will question that belief. However, it might be accurate for this 1970 Dodge Challenger 340 Convertible…. more»
Apr 19, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Rocket Rag Top: 1969 Oldsmobile 98
Usually covering an Oldsmobile on BF means a 442, a Toronado, maybe a standard Cutlass, but a Ninety-Eight? Not so much so. Throw in the top-down feature, and now you have something really interesting – large and in charge… more»
