Station Wagons

Superior Hearse Project: 1960 Cadillac Series 68

Superior Coach Co. has been in business for more than 100 years, building hearses, ambulances, and limousines. Most of them were based on then-current model Cadillacs, like this 1960 Series 68 (Fleetwood). We’re told it’s just 1 of 128… more»

Two Owner 1986 Buick LeSabre Estate Wagon

Having survived yet another downsizing at General Motors, this time coming for the sixth-generation, front-drive Buick LeSabre for the 1986 model year, the full-sized Buick LeSabre Estate Wagon would be made for a few extra years in all its… more»

Mint Long Roof: 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300TE 4Matic

If you follow Mercedes-Benz cars at all, you know the W124 line is considered one of the high watermarks in the company’s history. With ridiculously stout drivetrains and well-documented track records of deep six-figure odometer readings, it’s a terrific… more»

2,100-Mile Survivor: 1986 Chevrolet Celebrity Wagon

The Chevy Celebrity was a front-wheel drive mid-size car that carried the Bow-Tie brand for most of the 1980s. More than two million of them were built, but when was the last time you saw one? These were likely… more»

Worth The Asking Price? 1982 Mercedes-Benz 240 TD Wagon

Some classics rewrite the rule books courtesy of their extraordinary preservation level. They will typically command a premium price when they hit the market, but this 1982 Mercedes-Benz 240TD Wagon might set a new benchmark. There is no questioning… more»

No Reserve Woody Wagon: 1987 Pontiac Safari

Anytime an auto is given a proper name, it’s a good indicator that the owner feels a very special bond, with this being more like part of the family instead of just another car.  With that being said, meet… more»

Fancy Estate Wagon: 1974 Chevrolet Vega Kammback

Chevrolet built more than two million copies of its subcompact Vega between 1971 and 1977. And yet you see so few of them on the road today because of some infamous quality control issues. But if you were to… more»

Upgraded Performance: 1979 Dodge Aspen Station Wagon

The 1979 Dodge Aspen wagon could be had with 3 different size engines, such as the old-faithful Slant Six, or a pair of V8s were also available, including the 318 or 360 varieties.  Although this one was born with… more»

Rat Rod Wagon? 1958 Pontiac Chieftain Safari

From 1955 to 1957, the Safari was Pontiac’s equivalent to Chevy’s Nomad, a “sport wagon”. That concept didn’t go over from a sales perspective. So, when that body style was dropped, the Safari was added as a tagline to… more»

Rare Regional Wagon! 1967 AMC Rebel Briarcliff

Upon first glance, this 1967 AMC Rebel Briarcliff Wagon looks rough. Ok, upon second and third glances it also looks rough, but if there was ever a wagon worthy of a full restoration, this rare 1 of 400 Briarcliff… more»

Woodie Roller: 1952 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe

In its heyday, the wood-bodied station wagon (aka “woodie” or “woody”) was something of a status symbol. The body was made of real wood, which meant a lot of handwork was required, which also made them expensive. Chevrolet’s last… more»

Halloween Special! 1965 Cadillac Superior Hearse

For more than 70 years (1909 to 1980), Superior Coach Corp. was a major player in the construction of ambulances, hearses, and limousines. Many were based on chassis supplied by General Motors, especially those from Cadillac. Just in time… more»

Original Paint? 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Wagon

There’s no denying that a collector car with a roof rack opens up a world of options; no longer is your luggage confined to the inside of your vehicle, and there’s a lot of freedom in that knowledge. Unfortunately,… more»

BF Auction: 1963 Ford Country Squire Wagon

The car hobby is all-encompassing. Some build class-record-holding land speed racers, some build customs and hot rods, some just want to cruise with the top down, and some find relaxation and pride in frame-up, show car restorations. The seller… more»

Highly Original Survivor: 1959 Edsel Villager Wagon

I’ll always have a soft spot in the old ticker for ’59 Edsels. My Aunt Lucy and Uncle Harry bought one new (a white 4-door with a red top and side spear and a black and white interior) and… more»

Cheap One-Year-Only Wagon: 1977 Ford LTD II Squire

Looking back to 1977, it’s hard to fathom that Ford’s new LTD II was considered an intermediate-size offering.  Just as a massive downsizing program was taking effect at General Motors, Ford introduced their LTD II in 1977, with the… more»

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