I can measure my life as a progression of favorite Thunderbirds. When I was 16, the two-seaters were hot collectibles, and I couldn’t decide if I was in the ’55 or the ’56 camp (I never did figure that… more»
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Parking Garage Find? 1985 BMW 745i
Oh, boy. This is like catnip for someone such as yours truly, who has a panache for attempting to rescue forlorn European classics. This particular car looks like it has been sitting in a private parking garage for some… more»
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BF Auction: 1989 Lincoln Town Car
Lincoln used the Town Car name for a long time, first as a trim level and then as a dedicated model. When it became its own model in 1981, it proved to be one of Lincoln’s best sellers, and… more»
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Survivor Wagon: 1968 Ford LTD Country Squire
The Country Squire was Ford’s top-of-the-line station wagon from the days of the “woodies” through most of the rest of the 20th Century. From the 1950s forward, the Country Squire used imitation wood paneling on the body sides and… more»
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Rare Stick Shift: 1961 Chrysler 300G
The 1961 Chrysler 300G is a rare classic, with only around 1,616 of these luxurious and potent vehicles rolling off the line. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder PRA4SNW for spotting this stunning example because… more»
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39k-Mile Drop-Top: 1970 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
The Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (aka 98) was the company’s largest and most luxurious product, competing alongside the Buick Electra 225, Pontiac Bonneville, and (to a lesser extent) the Cadillac deVille. Built from 1952 to 1996, it was one of GM’s… more»
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38k Mile 1977 Ford Thunderbird?
Just from the lead photo, some of our readers with extensive T-Bird knowledge and a keen eye may have already spotted a blunder made by the seller of this Ford Thunderbird. The seventh-generation cars had a relatively short run,… more»
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Car Hauler Needed: Vintage Cadillac Collection for $8K
Luxury Cadillac collection or stolen car dumping ground: you decide! In all seriousness, this is an interesting listing for a few reasons, with the backdrop being the most curious of all of them. The abandoned warehouse / post-Apocalyptic setting… more»
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Corinthian Leather: 1987 Chrysler New Yorker
While not a classic New Yorker, these unusual little front-drive-era K-car-derived luxury boxes are nice, nice enough. Good enough for most people, which isn’t what Chrysler had in mind for their marketing campaign, I’m sure. The seller has this… more»
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39k Original Miles: 1965 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
This 1965 Ford Thunderbird Convertible is a three-owner classic. With a known history, its low odometer reading should be verifiable. The seller has recently splashed some cash to improve its presentation and the operation of some features, but it… more»
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End of the Line: 1999 Rolls Royce Silver Spur
When you see a car that is near the end of its production run, you sometimes notice a detail or two that suggests it was one of the last ones made. I can’t put my finger on why this… more»
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23K Original Miles: 1990 Cadillac Fleetwood Coupe
The early 90s were an era of immense change for Cadillac. Gone were the days of huge, rear-wheel drive behemoths and thirsty V8 engines. While the change to front-wheel drive happened early in the 80s, the downsizing of the… more»
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Throwback Styling: 1976 Stutz Blackhawk
Who remembers the Stutz Blackhawk, one of those “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” cars from the 1970s? Built in Italy, the styling of these opulent automobiles was over the top, which was the intended result. They were low-production… more»
BF Exclusive: Cadillac Collection in Georgia
Over the years, many of you have seen me report back on the cars and trucks on my friend’s property in North Georgia. Believe it or not, I am still helping him but have slowed down a bit in… more»
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Patina Project: 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire
The first-generation Oldsmobile Starfire was a more upscale offering in the brand’s lineup, and it’s one of those cool cars that combined both luxury and performance into one great package. Only a convertible was available when the car debuted… more»
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32K Mile Roadster: 1990 Buick Reatta
The Buick Reatta is one of those vehicles you get somewhat accustomed to seeing come up for sale, but when you spot a really nice one, it still stops you in your tracks. Buick’s short-lived roadster was a fascinating… more»
