In 1966, Ford’s “pony car” – the Mustang – was the best-selling U.S.-built automobile at more than 607,000 copies. But rare were those equipped with the HiPo K-code 289 cubic-inch V8 (271 hp) that numbered only 5,469 installations. But… more»
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Apr 17, 2025 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Mustang Alternative? 1969 Ford Falcon Futura
The Ford Falcon was perhaps the most successful compact car of the 1960s. The company sold nearly half a million of them in 1961 alone, the model’s best performance year. But the arrival of the sporty Mustang in 1965… more»
Apr 17, 2025 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Tucson Survivor: 1982 Dodge Rampage 4-Speed
I love this opening photo, it makes this Dodge Rampage look like a real, roll-up-your-sleeves work truck, albeit a very small one. This 1982 Dodge Rampage is listed here on Facebook Marketplace in one of my favorite cities on… more»
Apr 17, 2025 • For Sale • 21 Comments
1 of 544: 1973 Pontiac GTO 455 V8
By 1973, the insanely popular muscle car era was all but over. The “grandaddy” of the genre was the Pontiac GTO, which saw a sales peak of 96,000 units in 1966 reduced to less than 5,000 in 1973. Always… more»
Apr 16, 2025 • For Sale • 16 Comments
All Original Three-Row Wagon: 1970 Ford Country Squire
While Harry And The Hendersons may not have risen to the same popularity level as the other ’80s movie that prominently features a Ford station wagon, it does have a devoted fanbase, and the Country Squire is memorable as… more»
Apr 16, 2025 • For Sale • 16 Comments
40k Original Miles: 1979 Lincoln Continental Town Car
Although manufacturers focused on smaller and more efficient models during the 1970s, it was still possible to buy what is often referred to as a Land Yacht at the end of the decade. This 1979 Lincoln Continental Town Car… more»
Apr 16, 2025 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Pristine Fox Body: 1986 Ford Mustang GT
Clean, stock examples of vintage and classic cars stand out for a few reasons: for one thing, “clean” is a somewhat abstract quality, and not entirely tied to whether the cabin has been vacuumed. If a car is clean,… more»
Apr 16, 2025 • Auctions • 19 Comments
BF Auction: 2008 Pontiac Solstice GXP
In Automobile Magazine’s September 2006 “Design Issue,” editors came to a consensus on not only the “25 Most Beautiful Cars Ever,” but also six brand new cars that could deservedly earn the title, and the Pontiac Solstice was one of them…. more»
Apr 16, 2025 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Rare Big-Block: 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
Performance and comfort. There are times in the classic world where these two characteristics seem mutually exclusive. However, this 1971 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454 brings them together perfectly, wrapped in a package that is guaranteed to turn more… more»
Apr 16, 2025 • Auctions • 57 Comments
BF Auction: 1949 Plymouth Suburban
Some custom builds are better than others, and this 1949 Plymouth Suburban is a gem. The owner left no stone unturned creating this Wagon, choosing a “total package” approach that combines stunning classic charm, a bulletproof drivetrain, and enough… more»
Apr 16, 2025 • For Sale • 3 Comments
All Original: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
There is much to be said for buying a classic that isn’t pristine. The new owner can enjoy their purchase, safe in the knowledge that an errant stone won’t mar perfection as they revel in motoring pleasure. That makes… more»
Apr 16, 2025 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1985 Ford LTD Crown Victoria 2-Door Sedan
Either Medium Canyon Red or Midnight Canyon Red, this 1985 Ford LTD Crown Victoria 2-Door Sedan is striking in white over red over red. It’s a little dirty and would have been nice to see at least washed, if… more»
Apr 16, 2025 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Workhorse Wagon: 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
The third-generation Chevrolet Caprice may very well be one of the best full-size vehicles the United States has ever produced. While by today’s standards it may seem archaic, there was an ongoing commitment to refinement and improvement that seemed… more»
Apr 15, 2025 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Normal Car For Normal People: 1980 Dodge Aspen
A Natural Suede Tan sedan with a tin tip and black wall tires automatically looks like a law enforcement vehicle to me. The full wheel covers are a bit fancy for that, though, and this 1980 Dodge Aspen, as… more»
Apr 15, 2025 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Barn Find Condition? 1966 AMC Marlin
I guess I’m on an AMC jag; yesterday, it was this cool 1970 Rebel SST station wagon, and today it’s a 1966 Marlin – the car that’s so, I dunno, awkward, that it’s truly hip in an AMC sort… more»
Apr 15, 2025 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Rust-Free Project: 1941 Lincoln Continental Coupe
Considering that a mere 1,250 1941 Lincoln Continentals were built, I’m always surprised at how many are being offered for sale; as a matter of fact, this isn’t even the first ’41 Coupe I’ve written about this year. Barn… more»
