In 1927, GM formed its “Art and Color” design studio, derided for years as “the beauty parlor”. It took at least five years for the studio to gain traction and respectability inside GM. The point of the concentrated design… more»
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Put Out To Pasture: 1976 Ford Bronco
Hard to believe, a first-gen 1976 Ford Bronco that has been literally reduced to yard art. Popular, today, beyond one’s wildest dreams, and with corresponding, stratospheric trading prices, it’s difficult to fathom that this most desirable early, and primitive,… more»
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Grand National Winner: 1951 Allstate Scooter
Buying a national award-winning vehicle is usually a very expensive proposition, even in 2022 when prices seem to have no rational meaning anymore. That’s not the case with this 1951 Allstate 811.30 three-horsepower scooter, which can be had for… more»
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Hurricane Victim: 1963 Pontiac LeMans Convertible
I’ve got to start by thanking the seller for being upfront about his honest representation of this 1963 Pontiac LeMans Convertible and stating right off the bat that the car had an encounter with Hurricane Ian back in September. … more»
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GTO Judge Clone: 1970 Pontiac LeMans Sport
In the early 1970s, Pontiac offered the LeMans Sport, which could be something of a cross between the standard LeMans and the GTO. It had a higher level of trim like you would get on the GTO, but without… more»
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455/Doug Nash 5-Speed! 1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Based on nothing but appearance, the 1974 model is among my favorites of the second-generation Firebirds in the looks department, maybe because it was the last year before the back window gained the side glass, plus it still had… more»
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Parts Car Prospect? 1956 Continental Mark II
It hurts a bit to see an esteemed automobile like this 1956 Continental Mark II reduced to such deplorable condition. Time the avenger! It happens to them all eventually if steps aren’t taken to preserve and protect. The seller… more»
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WRX-Powered: 1955 Porsche 550 Replica
The Porsche 550 Spyder remains one of the most iconic sports cars ever made by any manufacturer, but it holds particular significance to air-cooled Porsche fans that know a thing or two about the company’s competition history. For many… more»
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Concours Winner: 1965 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback
The owner of this 1965 Mustang 2+2 Fastback spent thirteen years performing a no-expense-spared restoration, and the result is stunning. From its one-year-only paint shade to its spotless interior, this classic will cause its new owner to feel nothing… more»
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1959 VW Type 2 “Volkstream” High-End Custom
Business in the front and party in the back. That’s the description of the mullet haircut, but it’s also a way of showing the juxtaposition of two unlike things melded into one. That’s what tipster TJ has found for… more»
BF Exclusive: 1993 Jeep Wrangler Renegade
Tonight, I had the chance to check out a potential motorcycle project but what I found at the seller’s house was way better than an old crotch-rocket. The owner of the bike had a gorgeous 1993 Jeep Wrangler Renegade… more»
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White Hat Special? 1969 Dodge Charger
One of my favorite nearby neighborhood eateries has a Blue Plate Special, a different daily offering with a particular dish served at a discounted price. Monday is my favorite, as it’s turkey and dressing, and although the meal is… more»
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Stored For 40 Years: 1969 AMC Javelin SST
After spending four decades parked in a barn, it would be fair to expect that any classic ar would require plenty of TLC to recapture its lost youth. This 1969 AMC Javelin SST is no exception, but its next… more»
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Almost Ready to Rumble: 1940 Ford Coupe
The 1940 Ford Deluxe marked an end to Ford’s first effort to modernize its styling. Oval headlights were incorporated in the fenders and the sharp prow of the nose carried a vertical grille. Starting in 1941, Fords became longer… more»
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Rare Fox Body: 1984 Ford Mustang SVO
The Ford Mustang SVO is one of the rarer ones when it comes to Fox bodies, with fewer than 10,000 examples produced during the car’s short run from 1984 through 1986. With that aggressive hood scoop and snarky front… more»
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Hot 440! 1971 Plymouth GTX
Some folks say that 1971 was the last “great” year for early muscle cars, with rising insurance premiums starting to deter the purchase of high-performance machines, combined with the fact that economy cars were also quickly gaining in popularity. … more»
