The mid 1970s were not kind to muscle cars. The highest-horsepower Mustang was pumping out 139 horsepower and the Dodge Challenger was no more. Only the Pontiac Trans Am was available with large engines and even those were only… more»
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BF Auction: 1969 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
This is the second in the group of three Jaguar E-Types that we have the privilege of auctioning off right here on the site. Like the first, this is a roadster but it’s not as rusty and is actually… more»
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Red Racer: 1973 Lancia Fulvia 1300 S
There are few images more evocative than driving down an Italian coastline, in an open-topped red Italian classic, stopping at small coffee shops for a quick sip of espresso before slipping back on the driving gloves and blasting down… more»
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It’s Brougham Time (Again)! 1969 Mercury Marquis
Yes, we’ve had a lot of Brougham action goin’ on lately (and a little Bro-ham’ and Bro’-gum thrown in for good measure too). Today will be no exception thanks to this Zephyr Cove, Nevada domiciled 1969 Mercury Marquis Brougham…. more»
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Classy Chassis: 1956 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday
In 1956, Oldsmobile offered at least a dozen iterations of two basic cars: the 98 and the 88. Wheelbase differentiated the 98 from the 88 – the 98 was four inches longer. Once you decided between those two –… more»
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Rare Bumblebee: 1974 Porsche 914 Can Am Limited Edition
The rising tide that has lifted vintage Porsche prices into the stratosphere has had a large effect on the Porsche 914 market. These once maligned little sports cars are now fetching real money for good examples. That is, if… more»
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No Reserve: 1972 Volvo 1800ES
While I have never visited Sweden, I have known people born and raised there. They describe the natural beauty of the country and how harsh winter can be. That means that Swedish cars need to be rugged to withstand… more»
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Solid Project: 1971 Dodge Challenger 383
Sometimes, an owner will look at their desirable classic and choose to change its color because they don’t like the factory shade. That is part of the story with this 1971 Dodge Challenger, but the peeling paint covers a… more»
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Survivor Grabber: 1972 Ford Maverick
Finally, a gem. I wrote up a Maverick last week that was going for, if I recall, around $6K. You Barn Finders seemed to agree that this was steep given the build it needed. Now here is a rather… more»
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Sense of Humor: 1988 Yugo GV
Possessing a sense of humor, particularly during adverse times, can prove vital to maintaining good mental health and well-being. The owner of this 1988 Yugo demonstrates that trait with the stickers plastering its panels. They suggests that you need… more»
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Nicely Modified: 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Surprises come in all sorts of packages. It’s that old “Don’t judge a book by its cover” admonishment that applies to so many things, cars included. Take this 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight for example. Yes, it does look like my… more»
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The Mural Machine: 1979 Dodge Ram Van
What’s incredible to me about the period-correct van marketplace is how many of these in-period machines survived in decent shape with their original details intact. Considering the scene they were born into, the fact that these party machines somehow… more»
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1974 Cutlass Four-door: Worth the Price?
Has it come to this, then? Is a four-door “malaise era” 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass worth $12 grand? Someone thinks so, and just such a car is being sold here on craigslist for that price. (With thanks for the tip… more»
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27K Original Miles: 1986 Toyota MR2
This 1986 Toyota MR2 is a low-mileage example that was supposedly put into storage between 2005 and 2015. The body has been repainted, and curiously, the rear spoiler deleted. These first-generation MR2s are mild sleepers on the marketplace today,… more»
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Grandpa’s Square Body: 1987 Chevrolet Blazer
The decision to sell a vehicle that has been in your family for some time is never easy. Personally, I don’t know if I could do it. The owner of this original 1987 Chevrolet K5 Blazer is the grandson… more»
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Original Paint: 64k Mile 1974 Volkswagen Thing
Lately, I’ve seen an uptick in interest in the weird and wonderful VW Thing. This is purely subjective, but I’ve spotted more in the flesh in the past two years than I can recall any time prior. In fact,… more»
