For model year 1959, there was no “sophomore slump” in regards to sales of the 1959 Ford Thunderbird. Sure, the introduction of the groundbreaking 1958 four-seater Thunderbird was delayed and didn’t go on sale until February of 1958, but… more»
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Updated Engine: 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Convertible
History can treat some vehicles harshly, and the Chevrolet Corvair demonstrates this. It marked a radical design departure for the company as it sought to gain a slice of the compact market. However, the criticism it received for its… more»
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Rare 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T Convertible
Dodge was the last U.S. auto manufacturer to field a “pony car,” and it arrived in 1970 in the form of the Challenger. It was initially successful with sales of nearly 77,000 copies in the first year. But only… more»
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Aluminum V8: 1962 Buick Special Convertible
Buick reinvented the Special in 1961 as a “senior” compact on a new unibody Y-platform shared with Oldsmobile and Pontiac. It was unique in that a 215 cubic inch aluminum block V8 was the source of power (although a… more»
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Field Find: 1965 Ford Country Squire
This one looks more like a High Plains Squatter than a High Plains Drifter. The seller believes that this 1965 Ford Country Squire has been off the road since ’76, and though it’s located in Castle Rock, Colorado, it… more»
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28k Original Miles: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
This 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu ticks many of the boxes that enthusiasts consider essential when searching for a classic to park in their garage. It features a long-term ownership history, has led a sheltered life, and has a genuine… more»
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Solid California Project: 1967 Plymouth GTX 440
For Plymouth buyers who desired a higher trim level to accompany their muscle car than the Road Runner offered, a GTX fit the bill beautifully, plus it also came with a 440 as standard equipment. The additional cost was… more»
Glamour Bird: 1968 Ford Thunderbird
For the most part, there are no refunds, no returns, and no trial periods in the world of classic cars, so if you buy something, it’s yours, even if it’s not quite what you thought you wanted. The seller… more»
BF Exclusive: 1951 Ford Custom Deluxe
I was on vacation with my lovely bride last week for a few days, and before we headed out for our day’s activities, I had the TV on in the background. Since I like old things, I found myself… more»
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BF Auction: 1958 Lincoln Premiere Coupe
Autumn Rose was the name Lincoln used for this bright, cheery, spring-like color on their 1958 models, and this car is nothing if not bright and cheery, not to mention drop-dead gorgeous in fully restored condition. The model is… more»
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42k Original Miles: 1973 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
I don’t know about you, but I just don’t associate the color red with a Cadillac. Especially with the fourth-generation 1971 – 1976 Caddy’s – the last of the giant land yachts. After a little research, I found the… more»
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Souped Up Slant-Six? 1973 Plymouth Scamp
The Valiant-based Scamp was Plymouth’s version of Dodge’s successful Dart Swinger. It was a 2-door hardtop that joined the Mopar lineup in 1971, two years after the Swinger. Sales were brisk for several years, hovering around 50,000 units/annum. This… more»
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Cheap Classy Cruiser: 1999 Buick Park Avenue
One of the finest names for a luxury car of all time, Buick’s Park Avenue conjures up images of a well-dressed couple in formal wear, walking along Park Avenue in NYC just after a rain, with wet streets reflecting… more»
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Convertible Cruiser Potential: 1966 Dodge Dart GT
This 1966 Dodge Dart GT Convertible has been off the road since 1986, but the seller has already put in the work to get it running, driving, and stopping again after decades of sitting. Powered by Chrysler’s 225ci Slant-6… more»
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Mystery Machine: 1974 Dodge Blazon Motorhome
It’s hard to stump the internet these days, especially with massive AI generating plants using as much energy as 12,500 Tesla superchargers every time someone types in “When was pizza invented?” and they start cranking, while you wonder why… more»
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V8-Swapped Driver: 1967 Plymouth Barracuda Fastback
This 1967 Plymouth Barracuda Fastback has been garage-kept for the past 25 years and driven sparingly—less than 150 miles per year—according to the seller. While it’s described as a project, a lot of work has already been done, and… more»
