Ok, I realize that not everyone has seen the movie “Fargo” and some of you who have seen it aren’t big fans. But, it’s hard to argue with the name forever being linked to that famous wood chipper scene… more»
Canadian Classic Cars
Jun 9, 2018 • For Sale • 32 Comments
DeToBarnso: 1972 Pantera Project
The DeTomaso/Ford/Lincoln-Mercury Pantera has always had a split personality to me. Featuring a small-block Ford V8 for power but with Italian knock your socks off styling (and corresponding quality issues), I’ve never had the opportunity to do more than… more»
Jun 2, 2018 • Uncategorized • 5 Comments
Classified Find: 1947 Mercury Truck
If you are a fan of heavy-duty classic trucks but want something a bit different than your run of the mill Ford or Chevy, you might just want to take a closer look at this Mercury 1 ton truck…. more»
Mar 30, 2018 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Gullwings On Parade: Bricklin SV1 Project Pair
This pair of classic Bricklin SV1s has been unearthed in the Netherlands, a long way from their origins as a Canadian-built car sold largely in the USA. One bears Dutch registration while the other still sports UK documentation and… more»
Mar 12, 2018 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Castillian Cast-Away: LaDawri Victress Coupe Kit
This big, black cast-away coupe actually represents a very interesting bit of fiberglass car history, and for only $650 as found here on Craigslist – it would be a (relatively) inexpensive way to build one of the last surviving… more»
Feb 13, 2018 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Gervais Museum Auction: Something For Everyone!
I don’t care what kind of barn finds (ok, in this case quonset hut find) you like, the Gervais Family Museum auction coming up this August has something you’re interested in. The full listing is here on mackauctioncompany.com and I would highly encourage all… more»
Feb 10, 2018 • Uncategorized • 16 Comments
Canadian Chevette: 1984 Pontiac Acadian
If a Chevrolet Chevette or even a Pontiac T1000 isn’t unusual enough for you, here’s a Canadian market 1984 Pontiac Acadian Scooter. This one is posted on Craigslist or here on the CL archive in beautiful British Columbia, Canada…. more»
Dec 19, 2017 • Uncategorized • 47 Comments
Made By Ford Sold By Mercury: 1960 Frontenac
This is one unusual car, even for Ford lovers. It’s a 1960 Frontenac, the Canadian version of the Ford Falcon that was sold in Mercury/Meteor dealerships in 1960. It’s listed here on eBay with a current bid of $1,000… more»
Dec 11, 2017 • Uncategorized • 45 Comments
Elvis’ Shooting Brake: Intermeccanica Murena GT
One of only eleven built, this Intermeccanica Murena GT is a rare and unusual classic, even more so for the fact that it was owned by Elvis Presley. Packing a factory Ford 429 V8, as well as air conditioning… more»
Nov 23, 2017 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Idaho Barn Find: 1974 Can Am TNT 125
I’ll be the first to admit that this photo looks too good to be true, but perhaps the seller is being honest and this is a genuine Idaho barn find. This is a Can Am TNT 125, which looks… more»
Nov 12, 2017 • Uncategorized • 42 Comments
No Mice or Stink! 1972 Buick GS 455 Barn Find
This Buick may not look like much if the Dodge Charger Daytona (big wing, funny nose, and “look at me” stripes) is your idea of the quintessential muscle car, but Buick preferred to walk softly and carry a big… more»
Nov 3, 2017 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
Three Canadian Acadians Plus A Nova
There are three Acadians in this picture and another one still in the barn. This listing is fantastic for many reasons, only one of which is the collection of vehicles and parts. It is a must read for the… more»
Oct 19, 2017 • Uncategorized • 15 Comments
Canadian Patina: 1949 Mercury M68
Our friends in North Dakota are at it again! They just found another Canadian built Ford truck, this one is a Mercury M68 and it is a beast of a truck. Classic trucks are a hot commodity right now… more»
Oct 14, 2017 • Uncategorized • 5 Comments
Canadian Beauty: 1951 Mercury M1
Some of the best looking trucks were designed and built in the early 1950s, obviously style is subjective, but just take a look at this 1951 Mercury M1 survivor. Now try and tell me it isn’t a great looking… more»
Oct 13, 2017 • Uncategorized • 10 Comments
Canadian Farm Fresh: 1950 Mercury Truck
If you didn’t know already, there are two brothers that roam the mountains and plains of Canada looking for old Ford and Mercury trucks. They purchase these relics and get them repatriated back to the good old US of… more»
Aug 11, 2017 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Putt-Putt: Fairmont M19 Speeder
Ethan, South Dakota is where this fantastic little Fairmont M19 Speeder is located. I don’t know if the tracks on the west side of town are able to be used for a test drive or not, but it would… more»
