American Classic Cars

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BF Exclusive: 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 427

The 1960s was a golden era in American automotive history. It signaled the arrival of the muscle car, with manufacturers pushing the envelope to maximize performance and gain a competitive edge over their rivals. Chevrolet’s decision to slot a… more»

BF Auction: 1956 Ford Thunderbird

This 1956 Ford Thunderbird is a stunning classic that has led a sheltered life. It presents superbly and features the range-topping V8 under the hood. The current owner has been its custodian for six years, and has kept the… more»

Flood Victim: 1969 Ford Torino Talladega 428 CJ

Unless I knew the severity and all of the details first, a flood auto isn’t typically one I’d be real keen on considering as a project.  That’s an unfair assumption, as a soaked car isn’t something I’ve had any… more»

Anniversary Edition: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am 400 4-Speed

Few muscle cars carry as much late-’70s swagger as the 1979 Pontiac Trans Am, and this particular example goes a step further — it’s a genuine Anniversary Edition with the numbers-matching 400 cubic-inch V8 and 4-speed manual transmission. Listed… more»

Rare 5-Speed: 1989 Ford Thunderbird SC

As someone who grew up in the Northeast, and began dabbling in project cars while living in New England, I am quite accustomed to rust. In fact, one might say that my threshold for rust is quite high, and… more»

86k Original Miles: 1959 Chevrolet Impala Sport Sedan

One of the problems with automotive history is that it has produced some incredible cars. In fact, there are so many that even picking a favorite decade can be challenging. Enthusiasts preferring the distinctive styling of the 1950s may… more»

Running Project: 1971 Chevelle Malibu

Chevrolet treated the 1971 Chevelle to a styling refresh, its third since a redesign of the A-body intermediate in 1968. Gone were the dual headlights the Chevelle had carried from Day 1, replaced by large, singular peepers on each… more»

True Canadian Find: 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Well, we received a lot of interesting comments about this 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Classic, and for obvious reasons. Today, let’s wind things back three years and review the 1985 variant – and this one has been bestowed with… more»

Grandma Car: 1964 Pontiac Tempest Post

In 1964, Pontiac promoted the Tempest from compact to mid-size to join other General Motors products in the “new” intermediate market. Ford had started the ball rolling in 1962 by downsizing its Fairlane into a slot between the Falcon… more»

Restore Or Restomod? 1967 Chevrolet Impala

It’s a personal preference, but when it comes to the details of the Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe, the fastback design in 1967 is hard to beat in the looks department.  This was before the taillights were incorporated into the… more»

BF Auction: 1954 Studebaker Conestoga 2-Door Wagon Project

Studebaker was never afraid to take chances, and the 1954 Conestoga remains one of the most distinctive wagons of its era — a sleek, two-door design at a time when most family haulers came with four. This Barn Finds… more»

1968 Ford Fairlane 2-Door Hardtop 302 V8

With a totally new look, Ford kicked up the Fairlane series a notch with the sleek design of the sixth-generation cars. I have to say that I still prefer the previous generation with stacked headlights and quaint, blocky look… more»

LS Upgrade: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Convertible

Well-executed restomods can offer enthusiasts the best of both worlds. The creator can retain a classic’s inherent charm and desirability, while mechanical upgrades will often improve safety and performance. Such is the case with this 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu… more»

No Reserve Garage Find: 1969 Cadillac Coupe de Ville

Hiding in this garage is a classic that could appeal to enthusiasts seeking a prestige restoration project. This 1969 Cadillac Coupe de Ville is a one-owner vehicle with just 31,000 miles on the odometer. It requires revival after years… more»

Rare Mopar Pickup: 1970 Dodge D100 Dude

With some of the fine muscle the Dodge boys were producing in 1970, one might think an offering with a name like “Dude” could be packing some serious extra punch under the hood.  In reality, the Dude was only… more»

Original And Complete: 1930 Ford Model A

Purity! That’s why I selected this 1930 Ford Model A to review. Now, purity doesn’t necessarily mean cleanliness; no, I’m thinking more along the lines of “original”, “as intended”, “not messed with”, and that’s what I see in this… more»

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