In the mid-1970s, General Motors partnered with Chinook, an RV manufacturer, to create a camping edition of the Chevy Blazer and GMC Jimmy. A fixed camping unit was added behind the cab that would be perfect for weekend wilderness… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1951 Studebaker 2R10 Barn Find
I was so excited to find this 1951 Studebaker 2R10 barn find here on craigslist – not only because I love Studebaker trucks, but because the seller actually pulled the truck out of the barn for its photo session… more»
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454-Powered Big 10: 1978 Chevrolet C10
Trailering mirrors, bumper guards, roof marker lights, “Big 10” script, and “Trailering Special” badges mark the visual clues that this Canadian Chevy was ordered up with towing or camping in mind, and the 454 big block and a long… more»
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Buried Alive: 1963 Volkswagen Type 2 “Pickup”
After the Beetle (or Type 1) was developed in the 1930s, the next cool product to emerge from Volkswagen was the Kombi (or Type 2). It was also referred to as Transporter, Microbus, Bus, and a host of other… more»
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Flat Fender: 1964 Dodge WM300 Power Wagon
Like many 4x4s, the Power Wagon sprang from wartime development. Conflict in foreign lands meant vehicles had to go anywhere and get back, hopefully in one piece. The civilian rendition of Dodge’s WC military truck, this flat-fendered 1964 WM300… more»
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Sat 24 Years Under Trees: 1952 Chevrolet 3600 Pickup
This cool old Chevy farm truck has potential – and patina – written all over it. It’s from Central Kansas, was last registered in 1999, and was rescued from a tree row where it had sat for more than… more»
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BF Auction: 1974 International Harvester 200 Pickup
Finding an unfinished project build where the hard work is complete can be challenging. Finding one where that work has been performed to a high standard sometimes seems impossible. However, that is the opportunity offered by this 1974 International… more»
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One of a Kind? 1990s WorldStar Pickup
If you Google “WorldStar” you’ll come up with a reference to Hip Hop and a car dealer in New York, but no record of an automobile manufacturer. But at least one copy of the 1990s WorldStar utility vehicle seems… more»
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Rare Ranchero: 1972 Ford XA Ranchero
Okay, here’s one for our readers from Down Under. This looks like a regular 1972 Ford Falcon XA Ute, a vehicle built in significant numbers. However, many of these classics were beaten into submission by their owners, while others… more»
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390 Stroker: 1973 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT Pickup
Tightening emission regulations saw engine power outputs falling as the 1970s progressed. However, commercial vehicles like this 1973 Ford F-250 Ranger XLT generally didn’t suffer as much as high-performance passenger cars. Having said that, who doesn’t need more ponies… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Ford F-250 Ranger Camper Special
Camper Trucks became more mainstream (no pun intended) in the mid-1950’s and were good options for the outdoorsman type, especially fishermen, who could pull a boat and camp off-road in their slide-in camper without roughing it. They’re still being… more»
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Original 460: 1986 Ford F-240 XLT 4×4 Highboy
This 1986 Ford F-250 XLT 4×4 is a dry-climate survivor. That will be a significant consideration for any potential buyer seeking a rust-free Pickup to park in their garage. It offers a few luxury touches to make life on… more»
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BF Auction: 1952 International Harverster L-122
It is undeniable that Pickups played a significant role in building the country’s prosperity in the post-war years. The list of tasks they undertook is extensive, and they deserve respect and recognition. Survivor-grade vehicles are particularly attractive in the… more»
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How Many Vintage Vehicles Can You Identify?
One man’s junk is another man’s treasure is a maxim that we can all understand. However, if you are tasked with marketing vintage vehicles that just happen to be sitting in what suspiciously looks like an old junkyard, can… more»
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No Reserve Long Bed: 1976 Datsun 620 Pickup
If you’ve been in the market for a basic pickup from a time period before trucks got so complicated and expensive, this 1976 Datsun 620 just might check a lot of the right boxes. It’s also a long bed,… more»
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74k Original Miles: 1990 GMC Sierra Pickup
There is a belief among some people that older Pickups will look battered and bruised due to the lives many of these classics live. Undoubtedly, there is a percentage that works hard to justify their existence, with dings, dents,… more»
