The YJ-era of the Jeep Wrangler, known for its square headlights and durable inline-six powerplant, has emerged as one of the more popular eras to own and collect. The Islander edition stands out as perhaps the most collectible of… more»
Trucks
Jul 25, 2024 • Auctions • 11 Comments
BF Auction: 1978 Ford C-600 Tow Truck
There is something undeniably attractive about buying a classic with a history, and such is the case with this 1978 Ford C-600. It has obviously served faithfully as a Tow Truck, but a close investigation reveals it started life… more»
Jul 24, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Blank Slate! Cheap 1972 Chevrolet C-10
How about a classic truck for less money than a new refrigerator? I love the honesty of this thing. What we have here is certainly considered a survivor as well as a blank slate. This 1972 long bed two… more»
Jul 24, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Ever Seen One? 1947 Hudson Big Boy Pickup
Nash Motor Car Co. was one of the predecessors of American Motors. They merged with Nash-Kelvinator in 1954 to form AMC. But 15 years before that, they built a pickup truck named the Big Boy which would be called… more»
Jul 24, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Hard Body Driver: 1994 Nissan Pickup XE
While it may seem like the hardest vehicle to find is a vintage Italian sports car or some thundering American drag racer, it’s actually the vehicles long considered “throwaway,” or disposable, that take the most amount of time to… more»
Jul 22, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
No Reserve: 1960 Chevrolet Apache K10
Many people complain that modern trucks aren’t really trucks in the traditional sense. They have leather seats, air conditioning, and park assist and are only used for actual work a few days a year. This 1960 Chevy four-by-four is… more»
Jul 22, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Ran When Parked: 1927 Ford Model T Pickup
The Ford Model T was one of the first and most successful production vehicles. Launched in 1909, nearly 15 million copies were built before it was retired in 1927. Their affordability was key to the Model T’s success, and… more»
Jul 20, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Loads of Patina! 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Half-Ton
The 3100 was part of Chevrolet’s Advance-Design Series launched after World War II. The same trucks were marketed as the New Design at GMC. The first was available in June 1947, and production continued into early 1955. The 3100… more»
Jul 20, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Still in the Barn: 1964 Chevrolet C-10 Pickup
The C/K Series of GM pickups debuted in 1960 with versions of both offered by Chevrolet and GMC. The “C” designation simply meant 2-wheel drive while “K” stood for 4-wheel drive. Across four generations, these popular trucks were available… more»
Jul 20, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
No Reserve: 1996 Ford F-150 Eddie Bauer
Pickups have evolved enormously since the post-war years when they were considered purely as workhorses. You will now struggle to find a new one that doesn’t feature similar equipment levels to a high-end sedan, with air conditioning and power… more»
Jul 19, 2024 • Auctions • 13 Comments
Montana Farm Survivor: 1971 Ford F100 Custom
If you Googled “basic, no frills 70’s-era pickup truck,” this 1971 Ford F100 Custom would most likely pop up. It’s as basic as it gets, folks. The Custom was the lowest rung on the Ford pickup truck trim ladder,… more»
Jul 18, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
No Reserve: 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4
Classic Pickups almost invariably command attention when they hit the market, particularly if they are clean survivors that a seller lists with No Reserve. Those words perfectly describe this 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4. It is ready for towing… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • Auctions • 20 Comments
BF Auction: 1955 Dodge M37CDN
You can’t get much more rugged or overbuilt than a vintage military-spec version of the Dodge Power Wagon. These trucks were built to get supplies in and out of hard-to-reach locations during combat, so they had to be capable… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • Exclusives • 8 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1980 Ford F-150 Custom
When Ford introduced the seventh generation F-150, it was the first full redesign of the series in over 15 years. Previous generations had received mild refreshes, but the 1980 redesign was ground-up. While there are fans of every F-150… more»
Jul 15, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
350 V8 Restomod! 1957 Chevrolet 3100
This pickup has the body of a vintage 1950s truck with the guts and features of a more modern vehicle. According to the VIN, this Chevrolet began life as a 3100 Series truck with an inline-6 engine. A “3-on-tree”… more»
Jul 14, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Cool Custom: 1970 Chevrolet C40 Pickup
One of the great attractions of the classic scene is the sheer diversity of machinery on offer if an enthusiast chooses to park something new in their garage. This 1970 Chevrolet C40 is a prime example because it is… more»
