And now, another installment of “What in the Sam Hill Happened?” Today’s subject is a 1961 Chevrolet Impala convertible, or perhaps I should suggest that it used to be a ’61 Impala convertible. Whatever its story, I sincerely hope… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1957 Chevrolet 3600 Pickup
Although designed as no-nonsense workhorses, classic Pickups often represent excellent project candidates. Enthusiasts can follow the faithful path, although these classics offer enormous scope for customization. This 1957 Chevrolet 3600 is a prime example of the breed. It has… more»
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7,200 Miles? 1965 Buick Skylark Sedan
Let’s get the trivia out of the way. The seller of this 1965 Buick Skylark on eBay in Midway, Utah, makes three claims, two of them bold: It was bought new by one of Brigham Young’s grandsons, it has… more»
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GM-Powered Project: 1987 Avanti
The Studebaker Avanti was rare in that it was one of the few automobiles to live on in production after the demise of the parent company. The Avanti II (shortened later to Avanti) enjoyed a second life from 1965… more»
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42k Mile 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V Diamond Jubilee
About the same time GM was shedding size and pounds from many of their luxury offerings, Lincoln introduced a new full-size entry into their Mark series in 1977, with this one proudly wearing the moniker Mark V. The auto… more»
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Straight and Clean Cruiser: 1971 Pontiac LeMans
A clean, untouched classic can still stop you in your tracks, and that seems to be exactly what the seller is offering with this 1971 Pontiac LeMans. Listed here on craigslist for $17,500, this one is described as wearing… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1953 GMC Pickup
Life has a habit of throwing us a curveball, forcing us to change plans. Such is the case with this 1953 GMC Pickup. The owner commenced a custom build as a fitting tribute to his late father. Unfortunately, changed… more»
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Drop-Top Driver: 1969 Ford Fairlane Convertible
A droptop Ford from the muscle era that you can actually drive right now? That’s what this 1969 Ford Fairlane convertible in the Tacoma, Washington area is trying to offer. Listed here on craigslist, it’s being sold as a… more»
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25 Years In Storage: Rust-Free 1980 Ford Fiesta
Said to have been bought new in 1980 and driven for a while by adult owners, and then put into storage for 25 years, the seller bought this car from the elderly original owner. This 1980 Ford Fiesta looks… more»
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50K Original Miles: 1993 Ford F250 XL
If you’ve tried to sell anything recently, you likely know the market is a bit soft for anything that isn’t a truly exceptional luxury and/or performance car. This is a bummer if you’re trying to sell something; however, it’s… more»
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Original 389: 1965 Pontiac GTO Convertible
Introduced in 1964, the GTO cemented its place in American folklore in 1965 when sales more than doubled. Enthusiasts couldn’t get enough of Pontiac’s ground-breaking muscle car, spawning an era that is fondly remembered by those of us with… more»
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Final Year Big-Block: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1974 Chevrolet Corvette ticks plenty of boxes for purists seeking a survivor-grade classic. The first owner equipped it with a long list of factory options, including a 454ci V8 under the hood. This model year marked the end… more»
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Driving Project: 1965 Ford Thunderbird Landau
This 1965 Ford Thunderbird Landau represents an opportunity that may be irresistible to some enthusiasts. This survivor runs and drives well, making it a turnkey proposition. However, it has a few cosmetic flaws that the buyer could easily address,… more»
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Last Pontiac Straight-Eight: 1954 Star Chief Custom Catalina
It was a year of lasts in 1954 at Pontiac Motor Division; it was the last year of the basic 1949-54 bodystyle, although there had been some changes along the way, and it was the last year for Pontiac’s… more»
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3-On-The-Tree: 1966 Ford Fairlane Squire
Those old station wagons keep on rollin’, and today’s discovery, courtesy of Zappenduster, is the seldomly encountered Ford Fairlane Squire, a 1966 example to be precise. The full-size Country Squire makes BF front page news pretty often, so this… more»
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Bold Luxury Icon: 1960 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
After displaying some of the wildest tail fins in automotive history the previous year, Cadillac toned down the rear portions on the DeVille for 1960, but the shape was still large and opulent enough to let others know that… more»
