An overlooked arena of 1980s vehicles is the wild conversion van market. From plumber’s vans converted into mobile palaces to humble Toyota pickups transformed into mini motorhomes, this was a booming market for aftermarket companies just a few decades… more»
Trucks
Serious Workhorse: 1971 Ford F350 390 V8 4×4 Crew Cab
The fifth generation of the Ford F-series trucks ran from 1967 through 1972. The styling update from the fourth generation included a larger cab and different trim levels (a favorite trick pursued by American automakers as a replacement for… more»
Mobile Spy Ship: 1988 Airstream Executive Coach
When it comes to looking at vehicles and equipment for sale on government surplus auction sites, it’s sometimes laughable how little information is provided related to the complexity of what’s being offered. This 1988 Airstream Executive Coach totally… more»
Unusual 1942 Cadillac Hearse With 454 Power!
Now here’s a car built by someone with a sense of humor. Listed here on eBay in Saint Peters, Missouri is this 1942 Cadillac hearse. It sits on a 1978 Chevrolet one-ton frame and features a 454-cubic-inch V-8 and… more»
Pristine Prospector: 1985 Dodge Long Bed Pickup
One of the problems we currently have in this great country is that new pickup truck prices are skyrocketing. Even at these inflated prices, finding a new pickup to purchase can be a challenge. There are alternatives if you… more»
9K Mile Fire Truck: 1992 Nissan Safari Patrol
We all know by now that the market for JDM-spec cars and trucks has been hot for a while. After all, the vehicles in question are usually forbidden fruit here in the states and loaded up with all sorts… more»
312/5-Speed: 1956 Ford F100 Stepside Pickup
Occasionally, a project vehicle will appear, leaving opinions torn about whether it should be considered finished or unfinished. That will undoubtedly be the case with this 1956 Ford F100 Stepside. Some will look at the completed work and feel… more»
Project Potential: 1967 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed
Some classic vehicles are purchased for what they are, others are purchased for what they could be. I think this 1967 Chevrolet C10 pickup falls into the latter category. While it will certainly be a big project for someone,… more»
Stylish Worker: 1966 Chevrolet C10 Fleetside Pickup
Chevrolet started making trucks in 1918. In those days, trucks were basically another body style of a car. For instance, Chevy’s Model 490 truck – its first – was a 490 car from the radiator to the front cowl,… more»
Rare, Original, Highly Optioned: 1973 Dodge Adventurer SE Truck
In the genre of “Truck”, Dodge generated its share of collector-worthy models. The Sweptside, the Power Wagon, the Adventurer…. wait, the Adventurer? The Adventurer was introduced as a trim package for the second generation D-series Dodge truck when it… more»
















