On February 10, 1942, Ford Motor Company stopped civilian production to focus on the war, so 1942 models are uncommon and interesting (if not particularly valuable compared to, say, a ’46 model). For 1942, the Ford’s front end was… more»
Trucks
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Not Your Dad’s Jeep: 1959 Austin Gipsy G1
Old military vehicles: it’s an acquired taste. However, if you are going to dabble in slow, no-frills vehicles with gearing that makes zero sense for modern roads, it’s nice to know you have options that aren’t limited to old… more»
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Cabover Icon: 1986 Peterbilt Model 362
The world of vintage highway tractors is not unlike some of what’s considered “traditional” markets for collector vehicles: there are big-time collectors who seek out the best and the rarest. While this is a world not entirely familiar to… more»
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Ferrari’s Own! 1977 Ford F350 Wrecker
“Mechanic On Duty,” proclaims the sign above this 1977 Ford F-350 Custom wrecker in Ashland, Pennsylvania. If that describes how you feel, read on, because this classic can be yours for the asking price of $20,000. How many vehicles… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1967 Chevrolet C20 Custom Camper
Last week, I read a book about “Billy the Kid,” primarily because I am woefully ignorant of that period of the American West. Yet for some reason, this picture of a 1967 Chevy C20 Custom Camper captures that vibe… more»
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Original Paint! 1959 Chevrolet Apache Shortbed Fleetside
This striking blue and white late-series Chevrolet Apache short-bed will be an entry at the Greenwood Car Show In Seattle, Washington on June 28, presenting a perfect opportunity for a “two-fer” – show and shop at the same time…. more»
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Pristine FJ80: 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
After a certain point, when you find a vehicle in original condition that isn’t a supercar or otherwise a collector’s items, you have to consider it a unicorn. This 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser may have become a bit of… more»
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1 of 469!? 1974 Land Rover Series 3
By its last model year, 1974, Land Rover’s Series III had become rather specialized for the North American market, and this 1974 Land Rover Series III’s seller counts it among the final 469 U.S. imports before Land Rover succumbed… more»
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18K-Mile 1961 Dodge D300 W/ Vista Liner Camper
The photos of this heavy-duty Dodge one-ton pickup and vintage camper aren’t the best, sadly. I’m not sure why, but it is what it is, as people say. It deserves better, but this 1961 Dodge D300 with a Vista… more»
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Incredible 1966 Ford Econoline Pickup 302 V8!
If you’ve been wanting a forward-control pickup from the ’60s, and there were a few companies who offered them, this is the one to get. I can’t believe how nice this 1966 Ford Econoline Pickup is. It’s got a… more»
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Wine Country Farm Find: 1977 Jeep J-20 Pickup
Never having had a recorded snowfall (sign me up!), Sebastopol, California, is in the heart of the Sonoma wine country and is a must-visit for anyone into all things viticulture. We don’t know if this 1977 Jeep J-20 pickup… more»
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Restored Gem: 1964 Datsun 320 Pickup 5-Speed
A “cute” truck? Is that an oxymoron, or can there really be such a thing? Trucks are meant to be tough and mean and nothing more than tools for hard-working people. I rarely use the word “cute” other than… more»
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1965 Ford F-250 And 1966 C-10 Avion Camper
The idea of buying a camper and getting away from it all gets more appealing every day for some of us. Things have gotten so complicated, and the world seems to have gotten a bit less friendly in the… more»
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BF Auction: 1948 Chevrolet 3100 Short Bed
As cool as classic trucks are, driving a 77-year-old truck in modern traffic isn’t always the best idea. They tend to be rather slow, and modern drivers aren’t necessarily looking for the small tail lights found on many vintage… more»
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Customized Oddball: 1969 Ford Ranchero
Ford introduced two new products in 1957. One was the Skyliner, a retractable hardtop that turned into a convertible with a flick of a switch. The other was the Ranchero, a pickup based on a wagon platform rather than… more»
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49k Original Miles: 1965 Ford Ranchero 289
This 1965 Ford Ranchero is a striking-looking vehicle that is a turnkey proposition for its new owner. From the V8 under its hood to the odometer reading of 49,000 original miles, there’s a lot to like about this classic…. more»
