The Country Squire was a full-size station wagon sold by Ford for more than 40 years (1950 to 1991). But, Squire versions of Ford’s compact and mid-size wagons were also available during part of this era, meaning they (too)… more»
Station Wagons
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Restored Long Roof: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Wagon
The Mercedes-Benz W123 lineup remains quite interesting at the moment, only because cheap sedans are still very easy projects to find and buy, junkyards still receive wagons and sedans at a decent clip, and high-end specialty shops are still… more»
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One-Owner Survivor: 1982 AMC Eagle Wagon
The seller uses the term “creampuff” when describing this 1982 AMC Eagle Wagon, and it is hard to argue that point. It is a one-owner classic that is original and unrestored. I’m not sure if it is the nicest… more»
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Bigger-Than-Life: 1973 Ford Country Sedan
From 1952 to 1974, the Country Sedan was Ford’s mid-level full-size wagon. Without the flare of the Country Squire/LTD, the Country Sedan was the Galaxie 500 version of a Ford station wagon in 1973. This well-used example has its… more»
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Price Dropped: 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 Station Wagon
The rise of SUVs and vans spelled the end for domestic Station Wagon production. I’ve always considered that to be a shame, because the traditional Wagon offers a wonderful compromise between practicality and comfort. Buyers now face a choice… more»
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No Rust! 1989 Subaru GL-10 4WD Wagon Turbo
No rust? On a 3.5-decade-old Subaru?! That’s what the seller says about this perfect-looking 1989 Subaru GL-10 4WD Wagon, and from looking at the 174 photos (!!) the seller has uploaded to their listing here on eBay in Mullins,… more»
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Barn Find! 1967 Citroën ID 21F Safari
Recently in these pages I wrote up that snail on wheels, the Citroën 2CV6, and today here we have a barn-find Safari. This wagon was pulled from its resting place after sitting for forty years. Its story is another… more»
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Collector’s Edition Wagon: 1996 Buick Roadmaster
There’s little doubt that the B platform GM vehicles have earned a place in both automotive history and the hearts of enthusiasts. A few years ago, it seemed the car hobby woke up suddenly to the appeal of these… more»
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Field Find Roller: 1959 Edsel Villager
The Edsel debuted in 1958 to a lot of fanfare as the 4th brand sold by Ford Motor Co. Besides the issue of whether there was a market for a Ford/Mercury hybrid, timing was bad due to a poor… more»
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1974 Plymouth Gran Fury Sport Suburban 440 V8
Wow, what a wagon! I don’t know if I’ve said that before, and I’m a fan of station wagons. When I think of a Plymouth Suburban, I think of the late 1940s or early 1950s two-door model, but they… more»
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Original Interior! Rare 1959 Edsel Villager Station Wagon
Ah, the Edsel. The car that the Ford Motor Company wished had never existed. I can’t help but feel a little sorry for former Ford CEO, Henry Ford II. I mean, how would you like having your father’s first… more»
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Barn Find: 1966 Fiat 1100-D Station Wagon
About as close to an Italian “wagon” as most of us are likely to see on the road today would be an SUV: a used Maserati Levante or an Alfa Romeo Stelvio or Tonale, which are often much cheaper… more»
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Original Interior: Well-Preserved 1965 Oldsmobile Vista-Cruiser Wagon
By the mid-1960’s, the station wagon had gone mainstream and was well on its way of becoming America’s iconic symbol of sprawling suburbia. It was the most practical and comfortable way to haul kids, lawn and garden supplies, Little… more»
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Three Row Wagon: 1986 Ford Crown Victoria
The introduction of the Chrysler minivan created a hot new segment in the automotive industry in 1984, and one that would cut into consumer demand for the tried-and-true station wagon. However, even with fresh competition on the market, wagons… more»
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Needs a New Owner: 1979 Ford Fairmont Squire
Ford’s Fox platform: How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. Well, there’s the Mustang, everyone knows that; there’s the Granada, ok that’s forgettable; the Mercury Cougar, a sentimental favorite because I learned to drive in a… more»
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No Reserve: 1985 AMC Eagle 4×4 Wagon
The AMC Eagle 4×4 Wagon was a groundbreaking vehicle that deserved greater success than it achieved. Its all-wheel-drive system offered excellent traction on loose surfaces, and the Wagon could comfortably seat a family of five. This 1985 example is… more»
