The Ford Ranchero began as a station wagon-based pickup in 1957. Then it had an identity crisis. From 1960 to 1965, it was a compact truck, and then from 1966 to 1979 it was a mid-size. The seller has… more»
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Please Build It! Ford Mustang Ute
Have you ever looked at a prototype or a manufacturer’s styling exercise and dreamt that it would become a production model? That is how I feel about this one-off Ford Mustang Ute. It has remained a well-kept secret for… more»
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Pathfinder Conversion: 1979 Dodge Ram Van
The appeal of old-school 4x4s is immense, in my book, mainly because it combines two attractive qualities that should appeal to almost any enthusiast: one, older vans and trucks are enormously cool and simple machines. You get in, you… more»
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Original? 1989 R2500 3+3 Cheyenne Crew Cab
Chevy added to the confusing mix of letters and numbers of its models by separating the existing “Rounded line” pickups at the end of the third generation and renaming them the R/V series. The seller refers to this truck… more»
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Rare Mojave Edition: 1983 Toyota Pickup
While we sometimes talk down on cosmetic dress-up trims and other so-called limited edition models, there’s occasionally the case of a rare specimen that’s so obscure it has to be cool. That’s the box I’m checking with this unusual… more»
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Fairlane With A Bed: 1968 Ford Ranchero
When Ford introduced the Ranchero in 1957, it had a simple slogan: “More Than a Car! More Than a Truck!” Back then, pickups were mostly seen as work vehicles, not something you’d necessarily drive to church or take out… more»
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Bush Find Project? 1956 Chevrolet Bel Apache
The “Tri-Five” Chevies of 1955 to 1957 were some of the best-selling new cars of their day and remain in demand today. The Bel Air was the top series, and the seller has a 1956 Sport Sedan (aka 4-door… more»
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Rare War-Time Truck: 1942 Chevrolet Model BK
Thanks to a Barn Finds reader, I found myself hunting up Chevy trucks to feature. Oh, the usual plethora of C/K examples are salted all over the internet – you can find those for sale every day of the… more»
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Time Capsule: 1986 Ford F-150 XL Camper Special
I typically avoid phrases like “time capsule” when describing classics because many enthusiasts believe such terms are overused. However, few terms describe this 1986 Ford F-150 XL Camper Special better. Its presentation is astonishing, and it is loaded wth… more»
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One of Two Made: 1981 Plymouth Arrow Sunrader
The name “Sunrader” may not mean that much to you, but in the context of oddball pickup trucks, it’s actually one of the more notable aftermarket companies. It is perhaps most famously associated with building some truly innovative camper… more»
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One Owner! 1972 Chevy Cheyene C-10
It’s not very often nowadays to find a one-owner, 54-year-old pickup for sale, and certainly not one this nice. Unfortunately, the seller can no longer drive, so their cherished pickup is now listed for sale here on Craigslist, and… more»
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Rebuilt Engine: 1977 Ford F-350 Flatbed
Ford’s sixth-generation F-series arrived in 1972 for model year 1973, and is affectionately known as the “Dentside” by Ford fans. This example is a one-ton 1977 F-350, equipped with two-wheel drive and a flatbed. The truck comes with its… more»
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Cheap Wheels Truck: 1988 Dodge Dakota
The Dakota was a mid-size pickup offered by Dodge (later RAM) from 1987 to 2011. Ford, Chevrolet, and Dodge all exited the intermediate pickup market at about the same time, though Ford and Chevy soon returned. This 1988 Dakota… more»
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2WD Sportruck: 1989 Jeep Comanche 5-Speed
A Jeep without four-wheel traction seems unusual to a lot of us. The brand is well known for its on and off-road prowess, but there were also rear-wheel-drive Broncos, Suburbans, and other vehicles that we all think are 4WD/AWD… more»
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Barn Find: 1955 Ford F-600 Stake-Side Truck
Before WWII, Ford placed its truck bodies on car chassis, but the war taught all manufacturers a thing or two. The challenges of rugged territory, long-distance deployment, and enemy fire encouraged the development of more robust equipment. So when… more»
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Supercharged LS1: 2001 Holden Commodore SS Ute
Probably no car is more stereotypically Australian than a Holden Ute. Adored by many, it served as a faithful workhorse and the foundation for some pretty potent street machinery. This 2001 Holden Commodore SS Ute is a great example… more»
