With summer officially over in this hemisphere, or at least, over the hump and on its way toward winter, that doesn’t mean that camping season is done. It’s time to get serious about heading out on the road in… more»
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Same Family 45 Years: 1962 Chevrolet Impala
Beginning in 1952, Dinah Shore sang the phrase “See the USA in Your Chevrolet” over and over, and it became a Chevy mantra for many years. Even 10 years later, more than 700,000 Americans took that advice by taking… more»
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2 Owners, 4 Doors: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500
Launched in 1959, the Ford Galaxie nameplate capitalized on America’s growing fascination with the “Space Race”. Others included the Mercury Comet and Meteor, Oldsmobile Starfire, and Plymouth Satellite. Competing head-to-head with the Chevrolet Impala, it would remain a Ford… more»
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No Reserve: 1973 Dodge W200 Power Wagon
I was never there, but this 1973 Dodge Power Wagon looks like a picture of Southern California in 1973. Throw a couple dirt bikes in the bed, or maybe a small camper on the back, and you could be… more»
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Factory N-Code 429: 1970 Ford Torino Cobra
The 1970 Ford Torino was one of those offerings that excelled in nearly every capacity, serving as a capable family car in its 4-door form, with a station wagon also available for those who needed additional room. For buyers… more»
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Survivor? 1981 Jeep CJ-7 4×4
The CJ-7 was a significant upgrade over its near sibling, the CJ-5. A broader frame at the rear changed the geometry of the suspension to improve stability. A slightly longer wheelbase mellowed out the ride; metal doors contained roll-up… more»
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Former Cop’s Car: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
The 1970 Plymouth Barracuda was a popular pony car with its all-new platform. Nearly 49,000 copies were produced, yet fewer than 1,800 of them were the performance ‘Cuda model with a 340 cubic inch V8 and a TorqueFlite automatic… more»
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BF Auction: 1956 Chevrolet School Bus 4×4
For some, the urge to embark on a life of adventure is irresistible, but choosing the best method to attain that goal can be challenging. This 1956 Chevrolet School Bus could offer the ideal solution, providing an opportunity for… more»
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SportsRoof Project: 1969 Ford Mustang 302 V8
Ford’s Mustang got its second facelift in 1969, and it was a little more pronounced than the 1967-68 rework. The car would gain quad headlights for the only time during the first generation’s long run (through 1973). Fastbacks would… more»
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Rust-Free Flathead: 1942 Ford Truck
On February 10, 1942, Ford Motor Company stopped civilian production to focus on the war, so 1942 models are uncommon and interesting (if not particularly valuable compared to, say, a ’46 model). For 1942, the Ford’s front end was… more»
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Cabover Icon: 1986 Peterbilt Model 362
The world of vintage highway tractors is not unlike some of what’s considered “traditional” markets for collector vehicles: there are big-time collectors who seek out the best and the rarest. While this is a world not entirely familiar to… more»
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New Reduced Price! 1966 Rambler Classic 770
Oh, for the days of simple, cleanly designed cars such as this 1966 Rambler Classic 770 four-door sedan. It is the truth, you don’t know what ya got until it’s gone! This 68 K-mile sedan is in fabulous condition,… more»
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Limelight Roller: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 383
Plymouth’s Barracuda got renewed vigor in 1970 with a new platform that finally distanced it from the Stalwart compact, the Valiant. Sales increased by 50% from the year before, with nearly 50,000 examples leaving the assembly line. Less than… more»
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Rare SSP Package: 1986 Ford Mustang LX
Here’s another car from one of my favorite eBay sellers that has a knack for finding some of the prettiest survivors in existence. This is a fairly unique Fox-body era Ford Mustang, as it combines the rare notchback body… more»
BF Exclusive: 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J
What we all need is a little more turquoise in our lives. I was reminded of this when I stopped by my local paint store to get some Medium Turquoise mixed in a can for my ’65 Dodge Dart… more»
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One-Family-Owned Since ’76: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
Earning the nickname “America’s (fill-in-the-blank)” is quite an honor, being singled out as a whole country’s representative in the fields of sweethearts, hosts, and yes, sports cars. While the Corvette has had some competition here and there (Viper…uh, AMX?),… more»
