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No Reserve: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454

Don’t be fooled by its appearance, because this 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle SS is rock-solid and complete. It is also well-documented and numbers-matching, which matters when the engine bay houses a 454ci V8. Partially dismantled in the 1980s, the winning… more»

Original 265: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air

If you’re a Bow-Tie enthusiast who believes in love at first sight, you might fall head over heels for this 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. I would understand if that’s the case, because this classic presents superbly. It retains its… more»

Exner’s “Plucked Chicken”: 1962 Plymouth Savoy Station Wagon

The “downsize” command issued by William Newberg, head of Chrysler, on a spring day in 1960 reverberated into the 1962 future, producing some of automotive history’s quirkiest cars. Many elements conspired to shift us from the finned “Forward Look”… more»

Worth Saving? 1959 Ford Fairlane 500

The 1958 model year was tough for most automakers (except those selling compacts). The economy was in the doldrums, but the turnaround began in 1959. As such, most saw a rebound, especially Ford, whose sales grew by 47% from… more»

Smooth 361: 1960 DeSoto Fireflite

People often say you get what you pay for. Therefore, any running, roadworthy vehicle from Chrysler’s “Forward Look” era with a four-figure asking price will inevitably need work. That is the case with this 1960 DeSoto Fireflite, although its… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

If you decide to part with a beloved classic and want it to generate plenty of interest, listing it with No Reserve is an almost foolproof strategy. That’s what the owner of this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible did. The… more»

Factory Hydra-Matic! 1954 GMC 150 Pickup

“A factory automatic transmission in a 1954 GMC pickup? You’ve lost your mind, SG!” You’re right about both of those things, but the first one is easy to verify without the need for a straitjacket. This 1954 GMC 150… more»

Custom Rolling Ad: 1972 Volkswagen Beetle

This vehicle was once a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle. Now it’s “Florida Sunshine In A Can,” a custom build that was intended for a promotional venture. As a “can car,” we’re told this was a professional build that attracts attention… more»

SS Project: 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

Chevrolet, along with the rest of General Motors (except Cadillac), joined Ford in the mid-size market in 1964. The Chevelle debuted, and it was instantly successful, selling more than 338,000 copies that first year, excluding the revitalized El Camino… more»

Utility Coupe Project: 1983 Dodge Rampage GT

The Dodge Rampage was a FWD subcompact version of the Chevrolet El Camino, based on the Omni 024 sport coupe. Produced from 1982 to 1984, it had 90% of the Chevy’s towing capacity, so it was rated as a… more»

1994 Chevrolet K1500 Silverado Z71 4×4

Was 1994 really 32 years ago already? This 1994 Chevrolet K1500 Silverado Z71 Extended Cab 4×4 pickup looks like it’s two years old, not 32 years old. I love seeing how some owners take care of their vehicles like… more»

39K Original Miles! 1991 Pontiac Sunbird Convertible

Two weeks ago, I wrote this piece on a 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. While not the usual BF fare, the review received some interseting comments – no surprise, but a lot of people owned and drove Cavaliers, and many had… more»

Unsung Horse Collar Wagon: 1958 Edsel Villager

Despite selling automobiles for only 3 model years, Edsel developed a reputation that lasted much longer than the brand did, and unfortunately, many of the memories among old-school gearheads aren’t positive.  Bad timing was a factor, as an economic… more»

Needs Nothing: 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

When assessing a classic’s long-term investment potential, originality can be a key consideration. Desirable classics that retain their numbers-matching drivetrain traditionally perform better than those that have been changed. Therefore, this 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 deserves a close look…. more»

Cheap Driver: 1951 Studebaker Champion

If your selection criteria for a turnkey 1950s classic includes the words “practicality” and “affordability,” this 1951 Studebaker Champion deserves a close look. Repainted in the 1990s, it still presents well. It has no mechanical issues, and the optional… more»

427 Side-Oiler: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7/GT-E

Mercury introduced the Cougar in 1967 as a more upmarket alternative to the Ford Mustang. The company raised the bar in 1968 with the rare GT-E variant. With a 427-4V monster under the hood, its performance was unquestioned. Our… more»