You don’t often find a CJ7 this well-preserved, and even rarer in original paint and decals. This 1979 Jeep CJ7 Renegade is finished in Morocco Buff and still wears its factory striping and trim. Power comes from the original… more»
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Trade for Travel Trailer: 1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 4×4
The Grand Wagoneer – in keeping with the burst of attention showered upon every lumbering SUV from the ’60s through the ’80s – has had its day in the sun. Clients of mine who house Grand Wagoneers at their… more»
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BF Auction: 1973 Ford Bronco Ranger
In the world of first-generation Broncos that haven’t been dolled up to cross a spotlighted auction stage, this one is bound to be a star, because it’s a solid 1973 model with all the right options, including a V8… more»
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1978 Ford Bronco Custom 302 V8 4-Speed
A 302 V8?! I thought the 351 was the smallest V8 for the second-generation Bronco, SG? You are correct, sir, and/or ma’am, if you thought that. This one has a replacement engine in the form of a rebuilt 302,… more»
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The Ultimate Wagon: 1981 Jeep Wagoneer Limited
“The Ultimate Wagon.” It was just that simple for AMC’s marketing department when talking about the 1981 Jeep Wagoneer, and we know that a good percentage of people drive an SUV today, unlike in 1981. This 1981 Jeep Wagoneer… more»
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Survivor? 1981 Jeep CJ-7 4×4
The CJ-7 was a significant upgrade over its near sibling, the CJ-5. A broader frame at the rear changed the geometry of the suspension to improve stability. A slightly longer wheelbase mellowed out the ride; metal doors contained roll-up… more»
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62K-Mile One-Owner 1998 Toyota 4Runner Limited
Green was such a popular vehicle in the 1990s (not to mention the 1970s), especially for SUVs, it seems like. Ford had its Explorer, which was taking over the market at that time, and it seemed like every other… more»
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Running, Driving Project: 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer
Chevrolet trailed the Jeep CJ, International Scout, and Ford Bronco in introducing its Blazer in 1969, but one might argue that the route they took in doing so had the most influential long-term effect; after all, full-size SUVs owe… more»
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Rust-Free Estate Find: 1999 Jeep Cherokee SE
Jeep’s marketing department went all out when it named this color “Black”, compared to the flowery, fancy names for its other colors: Desert Sand Pearl Coat, Flame Red, Forest Green Pearl Coat, Deep Amethyst Pearl Coat, and you get… more»
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Uncut Original 1973 Ford Bronco Ranger
A rising tide of square, two-door, four-wheel drive off-road vehicles emerged in the 1960s, benchmarked by the Jeep CJ, International Scout, and Toyota Land Cruiser. Ford picked up on the trend in the early ’60s, and by 1965 the… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1993 Ford Bronco XLT
With an Escape-based Bronco Sport and a retro-themed Bronco out on dealer lots, how long will it be until Ford releases a “big” Bronco based on the F-150? After all, it was a fairly successful model from 1978 to… more»
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BF Exclusive: 2000 Jeep Wrangler SE
Around the time that this 2000 Jeep Wrangler was coming off the assembly line in Toledo, I was a young man in my early 20s with some very definite opinions about cars. While time has tempered that opinionated attitude… more»
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Rare Italian Off-Roader: 1954 Alfa Romeo 1900 M “Matta”
When most people think of Alfa Romeo, it brings to mind an Italian marque with a reputation for producing sweet little cars with a sporting focus. However, there was a time when the company turned its hand to developing… more»
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Collectible Snow Plow? 1976 Ford Bronco
For many years, the first-generation Bronco was not an auction-house darling but a truck that worked for a living. Many of them had jobs plowing snow, and if the eBay ad for this ’76 model is to be believed,… more»
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Original 350: 1971 Chevrolet K5 Blazer CST
The SUV market segment began to emerge as a developing force during the 1960s, but by the time this Chevrolet K5 Blazer CST left the factory in 1971, every major player had thrown their hat into the ring. This… more»
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Two Owner Survivor: 1971 Ford Sport Bronco
Some vehicles are surprise packets in the classic market, proving far more popular and desirable today than when they left the showroom floor. The 1971 Ford Sport Bronco is a perfect example of that trend, with potential buyers clamoring… more»
