Toyota trucks top the list of tactical weapon platforms for one reason: reliability. In the civilian world, reliability may not mean life-or-death (though it might), but it certainly creates die-hard loyalty, something Toyota lovers espouse at any opportunity. The… more»
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No Reserve 1972 Ford Bronco Project
In movies, culture, and cars, it seems that what is old is new again. Movie theaters are filled with sequels and reboots. Seventies colors and fashions are rising from the grave. In our world, Ford dealerships are starting to… more»
Optional Snow Plow: 1971 Ford Bronco
It can sometimes be challenging to determine what sort of life a classic has lived, but this 1971 Ford Bronco provides at least one good clue. It features an optional snow plow, suggesting it has seen plenty of winter… more»
Amazing Uncut Survivor: 1977 Ford Bronco
We’ve seen a significant number of First Generation Ford Broncos over the past decade at Barn Finds, with many of them riddled with rust, heavily modified, or both. That makes this 1977 example feel like a breath of fresh… more»
Two Door, Nine-Passenger 1972 Dodge D-100 SUV
Americans transporting nine people in their 1972 Dodge D-100 did things the old-fashioned way; pile three or four in the cab and throw the rest in the bed. In Mexico, you could buy a D-100 like this one, converted… more»
Solid Driver: 1978 International Harvester Scout II
This 1978 Scout II was built by International Harvester and is located in Sparta, Michigan although the seller states that the vehicle spent all of its life in Huntsville, Texas just north of Houston. There is 1 day left… more»
Highly Optioned: 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
Ford could have been forgiven if it had retired the Bronco badge following the end of First Generation production in 1977. However, it persisted, and the company found itself with a hit due to Second Generation sales figures. This… more»
Deluxe Two-Tone: 1989 GMC Suburban V2500
It’s to be expected that family haulers will take some abuse. Especially those that can perform other heavy-duty tasks well. Sometimes, however, we come across examples that have escaped the grips of their presumed pre-determined fate, like this 1989… more»
“Sporty” 4×4 Six Cylinder: 1981 AMC Eagle SX/4 Survivor
The gas crisis subdued many an automaker, and that goes doubly for American Motors. By the late 1970s, its thirsty Jeep brand was hanging on for dear life. Without time to maneuver into better financial condition, the company cobbled… more»
Rare, Unique “Sporty” Jeep: 1950 Willys Jeepster
Being a kid growing up in the 60’s, I watched plenty of World War II-themed TV Shows like Combat and Rat Patrol (even Hogan’s Heroes). Jeeps were prevalent on those shows and I remember being a tad confused as… more»
Upgraded V8: 1974 Ford Bronco
I view this 1974 Ford Bronco as a litmus test for modified classics. The popularity of First Generation examples is unquestioned, with prices gradually moving beyond the reach of an average enthusiast. However, this one could answer the question… more»
Rust-Free Survivor: 1972 Ford Bronco
First Generation Broncos are renowned for two things. The first has been steadily climbing values, while crippling rust is the other. We can do little about the first issue, but this 1972 example hasn’t suffered from the second. It… more»
Preserve or Restore? 1968 Ford Bronco
One of the challenges of the automotive world is determining which currently cheap and cheerful vehicles are likely to become future classics worthy of investment. Get the call right, and a pot of gold awaits the bold risk-takers. Get… more»
Resto-Mod 4×4: 1978 Ford Bronco
After a decade of sales success, the second-generation Ford Broncos were only produced for two years before the third generation was introduced in 1980. When the full-size Bronco was introduced in 1978 there was no doubt that Ford was… more»
















