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Top-Down Survivor: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville

Introduced in 1957, the Bonneville usually served as the Pontiac brand’s top-of-the-line car through the balance of the 20th Century. Riding on a wheelbase longer than the more pedestrian Catalina, the cars got a major facelift in 1963. As… more»

Next Level Patina: 1947 Indian Chief

In 1922, Indian introduced the Chief as the largest and most powerful motorcycle in the lineup.  Yet it wasn’t until Indian designer Charles Franklin added full fenders to the motorcycle’s lanky frame that it became a cultural icon.  The… more»

48k-Mile Original? 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS

“Move over, Ford Mustang” is probably what Chevrolet said in 1967 when they introduced the new Camaro to compete with it. And the Camaro quickly established itself as the second best-seller in the “pony car” segment at nearly 221,000… more»

BF Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible

UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! There is no feeling like slipping behind the wheel of a classic Convertible on a sunny day to experience all Mother Nature has to offer. Those feelings are accentuated when… more»

BF Exclusive: 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4×4

UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! Motor Trend said, “…the Jeep Cherokee is a raging bargain, offering driving enjoyment, off-road ability, overall function…” and more gushing remarks, as did other magazines and reviewers. In my opinion,… more»

’70s Cool! 1970 El Lobo Dune Buggy

By the time 1970 rolled around, it was clear that two things would survive an atomic blast:  cockroaches and air-cooled Volkswagen Beetles. The indestructible little People’s Car became the underpinning for a variety of interesting kit cars and low-production… more»

Original L79/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

The styling of very few vehicles enjoys immediate global recognition, with the original Mini and Volkswagen Beetle notable inclusions to that list. No less worthy is Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette. It is fair to say that when the company released… more»

Upgraded V8: 1985 Ford Mustang GT

Fox-Body Mustangs have carved their niche in the classic market, with climbing values confirming that they are a firm favorite among enthusiasts. This 1985 example is a desirable GT derivative, and with its original V8 sporting some tasteful and… more»

16k Original Miles: 1976 Cadillac Fleetwood Talisman

We’ve recently seen a few classics crossing our desks at Barn Finds that have emerged from deceased estates. This 1976 Cadillac Fleetwood Talisman continues that trend and is an unmolested survivor. It has a few flaws and imperfections, but… more»

42,000-Mile 1985 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z

Close your ears, children of the 1980s: The Camaro IROC-Z will celebrate its 40th anniversary next year, and it has finally completed the used car cycle. Starting out as the coolest car in the high school parking lot, it… more»

Forgotten Muscle Car: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

The Mach 1 was added to the Mustang roster in 1969 as Ford was looking to boost sales. Since its peak in 1966, demand for the Mustang declined every year due to competition entering the market. The Mach 1… more»

Cool Sleeper- 1979 Mercury Zephyr Wagon

A unique wagon—a 1979 Mercury Zephyr Wagon—is coming to us from Redford, MI. It has some nice upgrades and is listed on Facebook Marketplace for $9,300. Whether you want to take your family to the lake for a picnic… more»

Stalled Restoration: 1970 Plymouth GTX

Plymouth introduced the GTX in 1967 as a premium mid-size muscle car. It was joined by the budget-conscious Road Runner in 1968. The GTX was a series of its own for five years, disappearing after 1971 except as a… more»

Removable Hardtop: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette

The Chevy Corvette debuted in 1953 and later gained the title “America’s Sports Car”. Early Corvettes were largely hand-assembled (just 300 copies in 1953), but some automation enabled Chevy to crank 3,640 units of the sports car the following… more»

No Reserve 4×4! 1956 International S-120 Pickup

If recent eBay ads are any indication, Montana is teeming with clean, usable farm trucks that are patiently waiting for a new owner to put them to work. This 1956 International is simply the latest to grab my attention…. more»

428 Cobra Jet: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

By the time the 1969 model came around, the Ford Mustang was experiencing some declining sales, as more competition in the pony car market was giving potential buyers a broader range of autos to choose from.  The powers that… more»

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