A French gentleman named Nicholas Cugnot is said to have been the first to have successfully used front-wheel drive on a vehicle – a steam-powered three-wheeler – in 1769, almost 200 years before this 1967 Saab 95 was made…. more»
Station Wagons
Nov 19, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Shiny – No Rust: 1959 Oldsmobile Super 88
“Very clean NO RUST” so opines the seller of this 1959 Oldsmobile Super 88 station wagon. I suppose rust is an object, subject to further defining but I see plenty of the surface kind adorning the horizontal surfaces of… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Two-Owner 1973 Ford Galaxie 500 Country Sedan
For three short years, 1972, 1973, and 1974, Ford marketed these gigantic station wagons as the Ford Galaxie 500 Country Sedan. The following year they became part of the LTD family. I really like the look of this “base… more»
Nov 17, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Brazilian Bow-Tie: 1988 Chevrolet Caravan Diplomata
Have you ever heard of this car? Probably not as it was produced in Brazil and was never sold in the U.S. As a variant of the Opala (you probably haven’t heard of that either), it was a larger,… more»
Nov 17, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Cheap Wagon: 1978 AMC Pacer D/L Wagon
You can’t get much for $2,000 anymore, at least as far as buying an entire functioning vehicle goes. It hardly covers a medium-sized service visit these days let alone getting a whole car. The seller has this 1978 AMC… more»
Nov 16, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Are We There Yet? 1964 Pontiac Catalina Safari
Pontiac adopted the term “Safari” to denote its wagon line starting in 1955. Originally a counterpoint to Chevrolet’s Nomad, it was introduced in a two-door body style. Comparing base models across Pontiac’s range, the Safari was the division’s most… more»
Nov 15, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Glass Galore! 1965 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser Station Wagon
When it comes to station wagons that offer enjoyment for the entire family no matter where they’re sitting, the Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser with its elevated roof and skylights certainly deserves a shout-out for including the rear occupants as part… more»
Nov 11, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Fully Loaded: 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
Buyers typically handed over the cash for Station Wagons as practical family transport. However, this 1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser demonstrates that it was possible to combine that inherent practicality with luxury. From its third-row seating to its range of… more»
Nov 11, 2024 • Auctions • 20 Comments
BF Auction: 1965 Ford Falcon Station Wagon
There are many reasons why a classic car might find itself in hibernation, some more complex than others. This 1965 Ford Falcon Station Wagon succumbed to a simple brake issue, which has seen it spend the past forty-three years… more»
Nov 10, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Custom Frame: 1955 Chevrolet Nomad Project
One of the challenges facing enthusiasts considering a custom build is determining a viable starting point. If the process involves significant mechanical upgrades, sound engineering is key to ensuring that the new toy is safe and reliable when it… more»
Nov 7, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Affordable Driver: 1977 Ford LTD Station Wagon
With domestic Station Wagon production a distant memory, potential buyers must either consider imports or search the classic market for appropriate family transport. However, this 1977 LTD might save you some hassles, because it is a solid and clean… more»
Nov 6, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Daily Driver: 1987 Ford Country Squire Wagon
Coming in almost a foot shorter than the previous generation Country Squire, this eight-generation 1987 Ford Country Squire Wagon was still a big car at just under 18 feet in length. The seller has this faded and patina-heavy example… more»
Nov 6, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
52K Original Miles: 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser Wagon
There are vehicles in our orbit that we used to see practically everywhere and are now very much extinct. The Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera is a terrific example of such a car that was quite popular back in the day,… more»
Nov 5, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Family Truckster Tribute: 1987 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Wagon
Some classics are destined to be taken seriously, representing a particular moment in automotive design or engineering. Others simply aren’t. This 1987 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Wagon certainly isn’t, having been transformed into a tribute to the Wagon Queen… more»
Nov 4, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Sporty Shooting Brake: 1972 Volvo 1800 ES
We’re told very little about this 1972 Volvo 1800 ES sporting station wagon here on Facebook Marketplace in Henderson, Nevada. It “runs well and is in good shape.” And darned if that doesn’t appear to be true. The ES… more»
Nov 4, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
9-People Project: 1959 Plymouth Sport Suburban
Chevrolet wasn’t the only U.S. auto manufacturer to use the Suburban nameplate (as a large SUV). A couple of decades earlier, it was a full-size station wagon in the Mopar fold, specifically Plymouth. In 1959 the Sport Suburban was… more»
