When you see a vehicle like the first-generation Chevrolet S10 Blazer pop up for sale, it can make you do a double-take. These early SUVs used to be everywhere, but now it’s more than a challenge to find a… more»
Trucks
Simply Red: No Reserve 1979 Ford F-100 Custom Pickup
My late father-in-law was a diehard N.C. State Wolfpack graduate and fan and had a lot of red clothing in his closet. He also owned his own construction company and always drove a red Ford F100 pickup truck to… more»
Restoration In Progress: 1970 Chevrolet Blazer K5
Sometimes it’s tricky to pick up on a restoration project that a previous owner has already begun, with one of the unknowns often arising being concerns over the quality of the work that has already been performed, and whether… more»
Big Block Dually: 1983 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic
I try not to write like my gender, but this truck is so well photographed in such a beautiful setting that I can’t help romanticizing it. Here on eBay is a 1983 GMC C3500 survivor, with the Sierra Classic… more»
Godzilla-Swapped: 1993 Ford F150 Lightning
Ford’s F150 has a sales record that is the envy of many manufacturers. It has hit a sweet spot with potential buyers, and the company struggles to produce them in sufficient quantities to meet buyer demand. This 1993 F150… more»
One-Owner Short Bed: 1988 Ford F-150
There’s a fine line between a pickup truck being considered a collectible and simply being a nice driver. This difference can lead to a wide gulf in the final sale price. In the case of this 1988 Ford F-150,… more»
Upgraded V8: 1984 Chevrolet El Camino SS
Let’s not beat about the bush. The V8 engine powering the 1984 Chevrolet El Camino SS did not provide the performance that most enthusiasts expected from any vehicle wearing the iconic “SS” badge. Power figures were pitiful compared to… more»
Italian 4×4: 1961 Fiat AR59 Campagnola
The Willys Jeep made more of an impression on the world than we give it credit for. Willys were loitering around several countries after WWII so many enterprising military organizations deconstructed individual Jeeps to create their own versions. The… more»
Beach Cruiser: 1995 Land Rover Defender 90 NAS
One of the greatest joys I’ve experienced as an automotive enthusiast is driving a 4×4 on a beach. Specifically, a beach that doesn’t lend itself to easy access by throngs of beach-goers, meaning you can drive out as far… more»
Western State Driver: 1979 Ford Bronco
I never ceased to be amazed how solid cars and trucks out of the West coast and desert states can be, even after years of regular use. The fact that a “vintage” vehicle can be used like any other… more»
Hopped Up 327: 1968 Chevrolet C-10 Short Bed
This is the one that everyone wants! It’s a member of Chevrolet’s very popular “Action Line” (’67-’72) pickup trucks. And…this citizen of Odessa, Texas, a 1968 C-10, is the more popular short wheelbase/cargo bed version! Don’t let its looks… more»
Clean As A Whistle: 1965 Ford Ranchero
OK, no muscle car V8 here, no four-speed manual gearbox either – if you’re looking for that stuff, you won’t find it in this post. Last week, a commenter bemoaned all of the Barn Finds exposure to high horsepower-equipped… more»
Square Body: 1980 Chevrolet Big 10
Brown vehicles are not that popular today but in the 1970’s and early 1980’s that was a more popular color. This 1980 Chevrolet C-10 1/2 ton pickup is a nice chocolate brown. I am sure that is not the… more»
Sunshine Survivor: 1980 Mazda B2000
Old-school, light-duty pickups have always been cheap and cheerful options for a project rig, and surprisingly, the values for such vehicles have stayed relatively flat. This is not surprising; these were stripper vehicles when new, devoid of meaningful options,… more»
Original Paint: 1981 Ford Bronco
One of the lessons I’ve learned the hard way over the years of buying and selling old cars is that my fellow enthusiasts really do place an emphasis on originality. The closer a vehicle is to its factory condition… more»
















