1973 was a good year for the Ford Pinto. It was the last year for small bumpers with the original body design and the robust 2.0-liter engine. It was also the first year for front disc brakes, heavy-duty steering,… more»
Station Wagons
Aug 21, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Woodie Project: 1949 Ford Custom Wagon
The heyday of the wood-bodied station wagons was the late 1930s and early 1940s. Ford specifically had gone all in by having its own acreage to provide wood for their wares. As the 1940s moved into the 1950s the… more»
Aug 20, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
8k Miles? 1971 Citroen Safari Station Wagon
Coming from the great Northwest is a fantastic and funky 1971 Citroen Safari station wagon. Located in Portland, Oregon, this family cruiser is said to have low mileage and could be yours for $12,000. According to the seller, the… more»
Aug 18, 2024 • Auctions • 28 Comments
BF Auction: 1986 AMC Eagle Wagon
AMC deserved greater market success than it achieved because the company produced some genuinely unique vehicles. This 1986 Eagle Wagon is a prime example. Its “Select Drive” system provides excellent traction on loose surfaces, bridging the gap between a… more»
Aug 17, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Cheap Running Project: 1977 AMC Pacer Wagon
Growing up near an AMC dealership in the seventies and having a father who enjoyed rooting for the underdogs, it wasn’t surprising when he eventually drove home behind the wheel of one of their products, though it did little… more»
Aug 17, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Tidy Eight-Seater: 1972 Dodge Monaco Sport Wagon
Practicality is often a key consideration when an enthusiast begins their quest for a classic to park in their garage. The harsh reality is that a two-seat sports car won’t offer an engaging experience for a large family, but… more»
Aug 14, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
6,264 Miles! 1987 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Wagon
Sand Beige is a perfect color for a 1987 Ford LTD Crown Victoria Wagon, although there really isn’t a bad color for a car like this. I was thinking a nondescript color might make it stand out a little… more»
Aug 8, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Road-Trip-Ready 1964 Plymouth Fury Station Wagon
For many, many years, a Fury station wagon wouldn’t rate a second look from the average passerby, but old family haulers have enjoyed a spike in popularity over the last couple decades. A solid Fury wagon such as the… more»
Aug 7, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Low Miles! 1974 Ford Pinto Station Wagon
Whatever we think of the Pinto, millions of ’em were sold. Introduced for model year 1971 in one body style – a fastback sedan – the Pinto was a crisp response to the invasion of compact cars from overseas…. more»
Aug 7, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
3-for-1: 1972 Volvo 1800ES
Many enthusiasts welcome the opportunity to purchase a restoration project with a donor car as part of the deal. However, this 1972 Volvo 1800ES package lifts that to a higher level, because it includes two spare vehicles. Assessing the… more»
Aug 6, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
One Year Only: 1958 Chevrolet Yeoman Wagon
According to Merriam-Webster, a Yeoman is: an attendant or officer in a royal or noble household; a person attending or assisting another; a retainer – yeoman of the guard; a naval petty officer who performs clerical duties. Apparently, Mirriam,… more»
Aug 4, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Stored Two Decades: 1971 Citroen DS21 Safari
The seller says this 1971 Citroen DS21 Safari, known as a plain ol’ wagon in the U.S., has been in storage for most of the 23 years that they have owned it. That being said, it’s a running and… more»
Aug 4, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Big Bad Blue: 1974 AMC Hornet Sportabout
You might be wondering what’s Big and Bad about this 1974 AMC Hornet Sportabout (“Sportabout” was AMC Marketing’s attempt at making a wagon not seem so stodgy) although the blue is obvious! It turns out this paint color was… more»
Aug 3, 2024 • For Sale • 33 Comments
1 of 1 Custom: 1958 Edsel Ranger Sedan Delivery
The Edsel is widely considered one of the biggest failures of the automotive industry, costing Ford more than $250 million in losses in 1958-60 dollars. Their quirky styling takes part of the blame, but the lack of a market… more»
Aug 3, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Ready To Roll: 1971 Ford Torino 500 Station Wagon
Mag wheels on station wagons may be the start of a new trend! The other day, we shared a 1977 Buick Century with a set of mags, and now we have this high and dry 1971 Torino with 14-inch… more»
Aug 1, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Graphics Galore! 1979 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon
Subcompacts were becoming a desirable commodity in the auto marketplace by the early seventies, and Ford picked a great period to introduce their Pinto into the brand’s lineup as a 1971 model. It didn’t take long for a wagon… more»
