The seller only lays down 17 words in their description, three short lines of text. That’s a bummer compared to some folks who write paragraph after paragraph. Then again, this one provides pretty nice photos, so it makes up… more»
Vans
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Sorted and Serviced! 1961 International AM120 Metro Step Van
International Harvester – well known since 1902 for its agricultural equipment – began making heavy duty trucks in 1915, concentrating on delivery markets. As its finances flourished, the company invested in more models, including a step-van introduced in 1938…. more»
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Groovy Shorty Van: 1961 Ford Econoline
A full-size vintage van may be more comfortable for long family trips, but when it comes to the cool factor, it’s hard to beat one of a shorter variety. Ford introduced its Econoline back in ’61, which was also… more»
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Shag and More! 1977 Ford Econoline 150
Five slot mags, raised white letter tires, shag, and bubble windows take this van and its passengers back to a time when vans were never “mini,” and inspired fear in every teenage girl’s parents. Buyers hoping to recapture some… more»
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Rust-Free 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Greenbrier
Two days. On the weekend, it goes by in an instant; on weekdays, not so much. But it’s an eternity for a craigslist ad to be posted when the subject matter seems like such an obvious bargain. Of course,… more»
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BF Auction: 1977 Ford Econoline E-350 Chateau
PENDING! Every once in a while, a car (or van, in this case) will pop up for sale on Barn Finds that inspires some wistful curiosity about its original owner. What was the purpose of this 1977 Econoline? It’s a… more»
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Rod, or Restore as Original? 1946 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery
The sedan delivery was an oddball body style amounting to a two-door van mounted on a car chassis. Several manufacturers made versions of the sedan delivery, but sales were challenging for everyone. It seemed that commercial users simply preferred… more»
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Microvan Project: 1970 Subaru Sambar Van
At just under 10 feet long, just over 4 feet wide, and weighing just 1,180 pounds, you could say this is a small van. Small vehicles are a-ok in my world, and these vans don’t come up for sale… more»
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BF Auction: 1963 Chevrolet Corvair 95
The added jalousie windows on the two side doors are a nice touch for this otherwise mostly-windowless 1963 Chevrolet Corvair 95 Corvan. The base Corvair “95” vans (named for the 95-inch wheelbase) were cargo vans, and a step up… more»
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Barn Find? 1963 Chevrolet Corvair Greenbrier
The vagaries of buying a car sight unseen are bound to rouse a heated online debate among car folk. As on many things, I fall somewhere in between; for example, if I were spending new house money on a… more»
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No Reserve: 1977 Chevrolet G20 Shorty Van
Van culture reached its zenith in the 1970s, and those of us who lived through that period can remember some pretty wild creations. From dazzling paint to airbrushed murals and outrageous interior appointments, these vehicles were a veritable home-away-from-home… more»
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Older Hippie Van? 1962 Ford Econoline
The Ford E-Series of vans and pickups arrived in 1961 and were commonly known as the Econoline. It’s first generation was based on the new Ford Falcon’s compact platform, modified to accept a “mid-engine” layout (the front seats were… more»
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Dustbuster On Wheels: 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport
The 1990s Pontiac Trans Sport was the General Motors’ division’s first minivan, using a front-wheel-drive platform shared with the Chevrolet Lumina APV and the Oldsmobile Silhouette. They all had the physical profile of a “Dustbuster” mini-vacuum. This survivor from… more»
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Finish It How You Like: 1965 Chevrolet Sportvan Deluxe
As soon as some daring inventor of the 19th century popped a set of headlights on a car, the car became a member of the family. Now bearing two eyes and a mouth, the automobile was an anthropomorphic object,… more»
BF Exclusive: 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 “Boonie Bug”
Popular Mechanics has long been a source of excellent DIY projects, and the magazine typically offers comprehensive instructions and material lists for those with a sense of adventure. This 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 “Boonie Bug” is one example of… more»
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Head Shop Billboard? 1960 Volkswagen Type II
When I first encountered this 1960 Volkswagen Type II bus it immediately reminded me of a parking lot positioned dumpster emblazoned with a “Do Not Park In Front Of This Container” warning affixed to its front. I’m not trying… more»
