The last time we featured a delivery truck owned by a soft drink company it was a former Coca-Cola vehicle, also in North Carolina like the formerly Pepsi-owned example. Guess they drink a lot of soda pop in the… more»
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In The Field: 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28
We’ve seen plenty of field finds, but this Camaro Z/28 isn’t just sitting out in a field, it looks like it might be on it’s way to becoming a permanent resident. It appears the seller used it as a parts donor,… more»
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As Good As It Looks: 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
We’ve all looked at car ads and wondered, “does it look this good in person?”. For once here’s a car that is exactly as represented. Mr. Parker was given this Chevelle by his parents when he graduated from college… more»
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427-Powered Taxi: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
With some exceptions, anything on a home or car can be repaired. That said, every day bulldozers and track hoes raze once-lovely houses to the ground, and every day good people give up on their once-beautiful automobiles and send… more»
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Affordable Mopar: 1950 Dodge Coronet
Tucked away for the better part of 20 years, this 2 door 1950 Dodge Coronet is a solid find that needs to be put back on the road. With little to no rust, and a lot of what could… more»
BF EXCLUSIVE: 1992 Dodge Spirit R/T
Update 5/10/2018 – Andrew has had a lot of bites on this Dodge, but no one has pulled the trigger yet. In hopes of getting it moved on down the road, he’s lowering his asking price to $7,000 or… more»
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Wood Slats Rescue: 1978 Dodge Lil’ Red Express
There’s always some shock value to seeing a vehicle that brings good money in restored condition languishing in a private yard. That’s not to say this 1978 Dodge Lil’ Red Express pickup is worth crazy money, but it is… more»
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$5K and Up: 15 Barn Finds in Pennsylvania
Barn Finds reader Pat L. spotted a very intriguing listing on craigslist, showing what appears to be a vast quonset hut-like structure full of big body luxury sedans. The seller says all of the car stored here are barn finds… more»
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Closing Its Doors: Utah’s Only Classic Salvage Yard
Prepare to be bummed out: a haven of vintage cars and parts that’s been an Utah institution for decades is set to wind down in June. McBride’s Auto Wrecking in Grantsville, Utah is being forced to shutter after new… more»
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Bring A Big Bin: 1969 Pontiac Firebird
How about a rust free 1969 Firebird with a 455 for $3,000? What’s the catch? First, I don’t believe the first generation Firebird had a 455 engine option. Next, you’ll have to clean out the seller’s garage. You get to… more»
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Absolutely Almost All Original: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
Many times we see a claim that a car is all original, but closer inspection reveals that “original” is an abused word. For the sake of argument in this write-up, let’s set the definition as a car with nearly… more»
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More “UV” than “SUV”: 1969 International Harvester Travelall
For me, this is perhaps the ultimate “UV” – a no-frills, massive, simple Utility Vehicle built for cargo capacity and not creature comforts. Sure it’s got seats, windows, a couple of necessary things like a speedometer and a steering… more»
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1 Of 8? 1964 Galaxie 427 Four-Speed Convertible
Upon hearing the phrase “427 Galaxie,” most enthusiasts picture a bare-bones “Custom” with a 410 horsepower Q-code 427 and a four-speed floor-shifter… your basic full-sized quarter-mile warrior. Forget that, because someone ordered this Q-code 1964 Ford Galaxie as a… more»
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Engine Build Done: Corvair Ultra Motorhome
The world’s largest Corvair: that’s one way to describe the Ultra Van, a Corvair-based motorhome built in limited quantities in the 1960s. Featuring clever engineering to deliver a look like no other, there’s still an enthusiastic fan base behind… more»
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What Am I Missing? 1979 L82 Corvette
Ok, so what am I missing? Why isn’t this car gone by now? This 1979 Chevrolet Corvette is listed here on eBay with a buy it now of $5,000, and the seller is even looking for offers below that!… more»
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Low Mileage Ugly Duckling: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
After a life time spent with the same family, this Corvette went to its second home about a year ago after sitting for 48 years. Originally a black car with a red interior, this Chevy was repainted burgundy at… more»
