One of the hottest cars on the market in 1968 was the Dodge Charger R/T. Perhaps it was because of the new, curvy styling the car received that year. Or maybe it was because you could get the car… more»
Customs
Aug 30, 2023 • Auctions • 19 Comments
BF Auction: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hardtop
If you ever doubted whether there are fantastic classics hidden away in barns and sheds, this 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Hardtop should ease those fears. It is an estate find that began hibernating in 2003. It recently emerged… more»
Aug 29, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Barn Full of Dusty Classic Cars
It’s interesting how automobile collections are built. Usually, they favor an era, a manufacturer, or a type of vehicle. The group here may have been a collection at one time, but from the looks of things, they’ve been there… more»
Aug 27, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Super Nice SSP! 1990 Ford Mustang LX
In the early 1980s, law enforcement officials consulted with Ford about building a lightweight police car package that would be nimbler than the big sedans they were using. These would supplement what they had, not replace them. As a… more»
Aug 26, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Duplicate Concept Car: 1963 Ford Thunderbird Italien
Ford and other automobile manufacturers were always developing concept cars. Some would inspire final production vehicles, while others would just be cool to look at. The Thunderbird Italien is an example of where an existing model was turned into… more»
Aug 21, 2023 • Auctions • 7 Comments
BF Auction: 1977 Jeep Wagoneer With 1941 Chevy Pickup Body
Custom builds allow owners to let their imagination off the leash to create a genuinely unique and eye-catching vehicle. I have seen countless examples of the practice, but this one could be truly stunning once complete. Its base is… more»
Aug 6, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Flux Capacitor Included: 1982 DMC DeLorean
I have been privileged to write about several examples of the DMC DeLorean, and I generally try to avoid references to the Back to the Future movie franchise. This is challenging because it is an easy association and a… more»
Aug 5, 2023 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Chanel Your Inner JR Ewing: 1982 Zimmer Golden Spirit
Is tipster Mitchell G a person who likes parody? You know, that word that by definition means “something so bad as to be equivalent to intentional mockery, a travesty.” That’s kinda what this 1982 Zimmer Golden Spirit brings to… more»
Aug 4, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Two Motors: 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo With 425hp!
Performance car enthusiasts found the pickings pretty slim as the 1970s progressed. Emission regulations weren’t just taking the edge off horsepower…they were utterly stifling it. The 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo was no exception, but this Chevy’s current owner has… more»
Aug 3, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Drop-Top Custom: 1959 Chevrolet Biscayne/Impala
Chevrolet redesigned its cars for the second year in a row in 1959 after seeing the success Chrysler was having with its “Forward Look”-winged wonders of 1957. The Impala became a series of its own in ’59 after being… more»
Aug 2, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Ultimate Lowrider: Space Junkie 1.5
And now for something completely different: here on facebook Marketplace is Space Junkie 1.5, based on a 1931 Chevrolet, with an asking price of $150,000, negotiable. You might be able to buy the truck and trailer for Junkie, too,… more»
Aug 2, 2023 • For Sale • 24 Comments
1 of 16: 1974 Dodge DayStar St Tropez
DayStar Motor Homes was a short-lived name in the RV business, building as few as 16 lavish custom rolling homesteads in the 1970s. They used a Dodge commercial chassis for their platform and were powered by 440 cubic-inch V8s… more»
Aug 1, 2023 • For Sale • 48 Comments
One-Of-A-Kind! 1961 Ford Ranchero Rat Rod
When Ford introduced its new compact (the Falcon) in 1960, they shifted the Ranchero utility coupe to that smaller platform. And the Ranchero would remain a Falcon derivative through 1965. The seller (or a predecessor) took a well-used ’61… more»
Aug 1, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Custom Conversion! 2009 Dodge Charger Hemi Muscle Truck
In the world of custom auto creations, some attempts seem to come out better than others, and in the case of this 2009 Dodge Charger made into a truck, the results are sort of middle-of-the-road in my humble opinion. … more»
Jul 30, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
350-Equipped: 1974 Jeep CJ5
Choosing the right weapon for wilderness adventures can be challenging. Some people prioritize comfort, while others won’t compromise on off-road abilities. This 1974 Jeep CJ5 could be the ideal choice if you fall into the second category. It is… more»
Jul 29, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
“Coupeback” Conversion! 1967 Ford Mustang
For its third model year (1967), the popular Ford Mustang was treated to a mild restyle that would allow for a larger engine compartment. A lot of competitors entered the field that year, and yet sales would still top… more»
