Even before gas prices began to rise in the 1970s, American car builders realized that smaller might be better. The imports – led by the VW Beetle – were cutting into sales, so GM and Ford responded in 1971… more»
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Dec 17, 2024 • Exclusives • 11 Comments
BF Exclusive: One-Owner 1981 Fiat Spider 2000
By the mid-1960s, the Italian coachbuilders perfected their art to the extent that they seemingly dropped their pencils and said, “We can’t do any better than this!” That’s an exaggeration, of course, but considering that both the Fiat 124… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Turbocharged Project: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am
One of the most famous movie cars of the 1970s was the black Pontiac Trans Am, driven by Burt Reynolds in the 1977 hit flick, Smokey and the Bandit. As a result, Trans Am sales went through the roof… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Factory Overhead Cam! 1969 Pontiac Firebird
Limelight Green with a gold interior and a dark green convertible top. That’s how this 1969 Pontiac Firebird in Blossomwood, Alabama left the factory, according to its body tag, and that’s what you see today. On top of that,… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Pristine Neue Klasse: 1967 BMW 2000
When you think of vintage BMWs, the first car that comes to mind is typically the iconic 2002. This sporting two-door continues to be a sought-after model for fans of 60s- and 70s-era European classics, and for good reason…. more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Former Fire Truck: 1988 Nissan Safari
The frenzy around importing JDM vehicles shows no sign of abating, but it does appear that some of the hyper-inflated pricing has died down. This was inevitable as what was once was a very exclusive business opportunity for those… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 56 Comments
Original Paint! 1968 Schwinn Sting-Ray Fastback Five-Speed
What kind of bike did you have when you first learned to ride? Mine was a lemon yellow Sting-Ray, with a sparkly seat, girly streamers off the handlebars and a white basket in front. That little Sting-Ray was a… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Rust-Free Californian: 56k Mile 1968 Jeepster Commando
If you’re the type of person craving a vintage off-roader but don’t feel motivated to tackle a restoration, this 1968 Jeepster Commando deserves a close look. Recently liberated from a Californian collection where it spent years in a dry… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Rare French Classic: 1926 Sandford 3 Wheeler
It’s not every day you come across a car that seems to blur the line between museum artefact and functional vintage treasure. This 1926 Sandford 3-Wheeler, currently for sale on eBay here for $5,300 with the reserve not met… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
81k Mile 1991 Saab 900 Turbo
In 1991 Saab introduced a naturally aspirated 16-valve version of their previous engine. 900 turbos with this engine are often more sought after due to their more exhilarating driving experience. The later versions of the 16 valve are said… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 46 Comments
Super Sleeper? 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Oldsmobile had a major hit on their hands when they launched the Cutlass Supreme in 1966. A 2-door hardtop at first, the Supreme would go on to become one of Oldsmobile’s best sellers – and the best seller in… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Final Year Survivor: 2002 Pontiac Trans Am SLP Firehawk
Locating an unmolested, meticulously maintained classic is high on the list of many enthusiasts, and this 2002 Pontiac Trans Am SLP Firehawk ticks those boxes. This final-year example presents extremely well, and while its listing has generated interest, this… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
38K Mile Time Capsule: 1984 Cadillac Seville
Cadillac was once the “Standard of the World” for luxury transportation. Then, in the late seventies, a portion of the luxury car market split, with many younger buyers opting for European luxury cars with more aggressive handling. Cadillac attempted… more»
Dec 17, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
1 of 86 Foxbody Customs: 1991 Mitsuoka Dore
Have you ever heard of the Mitsuoka Dore? Well, neither did I before now. Turns out it’s something of a kit car based on the Ford Foxbody Mustang but built in Japan rather than California or Florida. It has… more»
Dec 16, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
For Sale Again: Unusual 1975 Citroen Ami 8
Talk about odd, here’s one for you, a 1975 Citroen Ami station wagon. And if you think you’ve seen it before, you have. My colleague, Scotty Gilbertson covered this car back in 2018 and it has now surfaced for… more»
Dec 16, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
1985 Dodge Ram D350 Royal SE Prospector
I got excited reading the eBay listing, the seller must have accidentally listed this 1985 Dodge Ram D350 Royal SE Prospector dually pickup as having a diesel engine, but a quick peek at the engine photo and a VIN… more»
