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455/4-Speed: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am

The 1976 model year was the end of an era for the Pontiac Trans Am. Few realized at the time, but it would be the last where buyers could order these classics with a legendary 455ci V8 under the… more»

Meyer Half Cab! 1973 Jeep CJ-5

Is there anything a vintage Jeep can’t do? Well, ok, they’re not a wonderful highway ride, but besides that! The ‘Civilian Jeep” crept onto the scene in 1942, when the US Department of Agriculture pitted a jeep against a… more»

Showroom Condition: 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 With 7,200 Original Miles!

If this 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 proves nothing else, it demonstrates that there are enthusiasts out there with better self-control than I will ever possess. If this classic belonged to me, I would slip behind the wheel at every… more»

Stored 47 Years: Running 1940 Mercury Eight

Ford Motor Co. introduced a third range of automobiles in 1939, Mercury. It was sandwiched in between the more pedestrian Ford and the high-end Lincoln. The premiere model was the Mercury Eight, designated as such for its 239 cubic… more»

No Reserve: 1972 International Scout II

While International might not have crossed the stripe first with an American SUV, the Scout is certainly on the podium. And with a production span of nearly two decades and over 500,000 sold, it’s hard to argue with its… more»

1 Of 386: 1974 Plymouth Road Runner GTX

Plymouth buyers had one final chance to associate the GTX moniker with a B-Body in 1974, although only 386 customers took advantage of that opportunity, making it quite a rare one.  By this time, the car was no longer… more»

Parked 20+ Years: 1967 Plymouth Fury II 383 V8

A 1967 Plymouth Fury brochure mentions the “curves” that buyers expected to see in hardtops and convertibles being available in the sedan as well. I wouldn’t exactly call this 1967 Plymouth Fury II two-door sedan curvy, but I think… more»

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»