Two important things to consider when searching for a project are cost factors, including both the initial investment and also what it’s going to take afterward to get the auto back on the road. With an asking price of… more»
Station Wagons
Sep 2, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Woodie Roller: 1949 Ford Custom Project
The term ‘woodie” (or “woody”) was coined to refer to the wood-bodied station wagons of the 1930s and 1940s. By the 1950s, they were gone as building and maintaining these vehicles had become cost-prohibitive except for the wealthy. The… more»
Sep 1, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Garage Bound for 12 Years: 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
In the 1970s, the Pontiac Safari was the Catalina equivalent of a station wagon, while the Grand Safari was bigger, based on the Bonneville/Grand Ville platform. That meant the wheelbase was longer on the Grand Safari, providing a little… more»
Aug 31, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Pinto Project: 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon
A 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon for $2,500?! Yes, please, all day long. Sadly, this example needs a lot of work even though it looks great in a few of the many photos that the seller has provided. Kudos… more»
Aug 30, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Canadian Survivor: 1968 Caprice Estate Station Wagon
When I was growing up, cars were ordered the way you wanted them. My dad, who drove only station wagons, always had the dealer check off the box for what some people call “poverty caps” (dog dish hubcaps) to… more»
Aug 29, 2024 • For Sale • 45 Comments
Amazing Wagon: 1958 Buick Riviera Estate
Cruise to your favorite sock hop or drive-in in this big, beautiful 1958 Buick Riviera Wagon! Located in Lagrange, Ohio, this wagon is available for a buy-it-now price of $38,500. This car is a driver and is ready for… more»
Aug 28, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
High-Compression 390! 1969 Ford Torino Squire
Ford added the name “Torino” to its Fairlane intermediate starting in model year 1968. You could still get a Fairlane wagon in ’69, but this 1969 Ford Torino Squire occupied the top trim level with its wood-grain sides and… more»
Aug 27, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rare Survivor! 1959 Dodge Sierra Wagon
Chrysler’s “Forward Look” wasn’t everyone’s idea of beauty, but for those who love vintage orphans, here’s a fantastic example of a rare Mopar wagon in driver condition. Fewer than 24,000 Sierra wagons – Custom and standard trim – were… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • Exclusives • 48 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1973 Ford Pinto Wagon
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»
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»
