Because I grew up in the 1960’s, I’ll always be sentimental about station wagons. They were a common site in many driveways and car ports across America. But they usually led a pretty hard life and many weren’t around… more»
Station Wagons
Nov 23, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Wagon Conversion: 1983 Jaguar XJS Lynx Eventer
One of the more curious things about the convergence of money and cars is how the world’s elite really like to have companies build wagon versions of their favorite sports cars and coupes. Aston Martins, Porsches, Bentleys – there… more»
Nov 21, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Ambulance Roller: 1958 Miller-Meteor Cadillac
With roots dating to the 19th Century, Miller-Meteor had become the largest supplier of ambulances and hearses by the 1960s. They worked exclusively with chassis supplied by Cadillac, but when those cars were downsized in the late 1970s, that… more»
Nov 21, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Mercury Family Hauler- 1956 Custom Wagon!
Priced at $25,000, this 1956 Mercury Custom wagon offers an intriguing case to examine for the current state of the classic car market. Located in Zellwood, Florida, you can check out this hauler here on Craigslist. Would you pay… more»
Nov 20, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Rust-Free Two-Stroke Project: 1967 Saab 95
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»
Nov 19, 2024 • For Sale • 21 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 years, 1972, 1973, and 1974, Ford marketed these 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 model” wagon… more»
Nov 17, 2024 • For Sale • 9 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 • 19 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»
