How does an American RV maker figure in the creation of a Japanese SUV? When it’s Winnebago, asked by a Wisconsin dealer to alter the Toyota Hilux pickup to make a hunting rig for its customers. Toyota’s mistake –… more»
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Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Two Owners, 454 Engine, and 62K Miles: 1986 GMC Suburban
“There is no substitute for cubic inches” was a phrase that my grandfather often repeated when it came to trucks in general and tow vehicles in particular. He was correct for the time. In the seventies and early eighties,… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1970 International Travelall 4×4 304 V8 4-Speed
What better vehicle for Independence Day than one made by a company known for manufacturing harvesting equipment for farmers to produce food for America and the world, not to mention making some of the most interesting trucks ever produced?… more»
Jul 3, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Champagne Series: 1965 International Harvester Scout 80
The Scout 80 arrived in 1961 with a workhorse engine and bare-bones amenities, as a competitor to the Jeep. Its elementary approach to the market did not restrain sales, as IH rapidly doubled and tripled its production estimates to… more»
Jul 2, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1984 AMC Eagle 4X4
In the 1980s, the AMC Eagle was the only passenger car that was equipped with four-wheel drive. Because AMC had acquired Jeep years before, it enabled them to combine Jeep utility with the ease and comfort of the Concord… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • Exclusives • 4 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
The term “luxury SUV” is redundant now as most, if not all, SUVs are luxurious, at least compared to the rugged, often crude, no-frills 4×4 vehicles they were decades ago. The Jeep Wagoneer ended its run in 1991 as… more»
Jun 26, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Diesel Import: 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ42
It would be easy and understandable if our Barn Finds readers looked at this 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser and thought it was just another FJ40. However, it is the FJ40’s cousin, the BJ42. It spent years serving as a… more»
Jun 23, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Dry Climate Survivor: 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer
Older SUVs have often received the attention of owners who fit larger wheels and tires to improve their off-road ability. Interiors typically feature upgraded radios and other items to provide a more comfortable motoring experience. This 1972 Chevrolet K5… more»
Jun 21, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Price Dropped: 1973 Land Rover 109 Series III
If we asked our UK readers to assemble a list of the ten most iconic vehicles to roll off a British production line, many of those lists would include a Land Rover of some description. These classics aren’t fast… more»
Jun 21, 2024 • Exclusives • 11 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1971 Jeep Wagoneer 360 V8
Sold new in the Pacific Northwest, which is my favorite place in the U.S. to find preserved vehicles, this 1971 Jeep Wagoneer J-100 appears to be rock solid after spending time in Oregon, Washington, South Carolina, and Virginia before… more»
Jun 20, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Project or Parts? 1976 Ford Bronco
The classic world is sometimes a strange place. It is easy to understand why certain vehicles perform consistently over decades, but others are harder to explain. A Corvette or Camaro will almost invariably gain attention because those cars have… more»
Jun 19, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Dealer Painted: No Reserve 1966 Ford Bronco
This 1966 Bronco demonstrates how dramatically the new car sales scene has changed in the last five decades. If you order a new Bronco today, the dealership will perform a pre-delivery inspection and typically install any genuine accessories you… more»
Jun 19, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Early Civilian Jeep: 1946 Willys CJ2A
Willy-Overland built and sold a bundle of Jeeps to the U.S. government for the 1940s war effort. After World War II ended, they also wanted to capitalize on the commercial market. Enter the “CJ” Series which stood for Civilian… more»
Jun 19, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
No Reserve 1997 Jeep Wrangler Sahara
We’re only days away from the Summer Solstice, meaning the days will soon get noticeably shorter. However, plenty of off-road adventures are still on offer, and there are few better ways to tackle them than from behind the wheel… more»
Jun 12, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
No Reserve Driver: 1976 Ford Bronco
We’re no strangers to First Generation Ford Broncos at Barn Finds, and the condition of the vehicles we feature varies widely. Some are sad and sorry sights, while others are meticulously restored vehicles. This 1976 model treads a middle… more»
Jun 8, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Pair of Stellar Vintage AMC Jeeps – CJ5 and CJ8
The seller is offering two sweet-looking Jeeps from the years following American Motors’ acquisition of Jeep. One is a 1977 Jeep CJ5, while the other is an even nicer 1981 Jeep CJ8 (aka Scrambler). From the looks of things,… more»
