A Dodge Colt brochure calls this car “the eight-speed wonder of the world”, a clever take on “the eighth wonder of the world.” They’re referring to the famous Twin-Stick manual transmission, a unique two-range (power and economy) four-speed, effectively… more»
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Dec 9, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Original Survivor: 48K 1976 Triumph TR6
I have long considered the “6” to be the most attractive of Triumph’s “TR” range of sports cars. From its aggressive styling to the deeply offset wheels, it is blessed with an appearance that promises above-average performance and an… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • Auctions • 19 Comments
Mid-Engine with Japanese Style: 1989 Toyota MR2
It is funny how automotive trends appear seemingly out of nowhere, only to disappear soon thereafter. Take for example the economical mid-engine sports car craze that began in the mid-eighties. While preceded by the Porsche 914 and the Fiat… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
72k Original Miles: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
Oldsmobile broke new ground in 1966 when it released its Toronado as a Personal Luxury Car. It was the first American-designed and built front-wheel-drive model since the demise of the Cord 812 in 1937. The drivetrain configuration proved a… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Rare K-Code 289 V8: 1963 Ford Fairlane
Ford decided to add a mid-sized product between the compact Falcon and full-size Galaxie. That happened in 1962, and the company repositioned the well-known Fairlane nameplate for consumer familiarity. During the car’s first generation, most were sold as family… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Award Winner: 1978 Datsun B210 GX Hatchback
During the 1960s and 1970s, Japanese manufacturers enjoyed a well-earned reputation for producing affordable and fuel-efficient compact and sub-compact models. This 1978 Datsun B210 GX Hatchback is a perfect example of that approach, and this one is better than… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
No Reserve Driver: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
With Christmas fast approaching, I can’t think of a better time for classic car enthusiasts to buy themselves something special to park under their tree. It could be small, but pulling out the stops with a car like this… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Put An LS In It! 1949 Diamond T Dairy Van
We come across some pretty unusual things here on BF, or maybe I should say that barn finders like T.J. come up with some pretty unusual things. A case in point is this 1949 Diamond T truck outfitted with… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Stalled Race Roller: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
The Camaro was Chevrolet’s answer to the Ford Mustang and sold quite well upon its introduction in 1967. The 1968 models were little changed, and most were sold with a V8 engine like this one had when it left… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Modern Beater?: 2003 Mustang Mach 1
Say “Mustang Mach 1,” and you conjure up images of a rip-snorting late-1960s muscle machine, with a hood scoop and other body enhancements that either make the car go faster, or look like they could do so. This is… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Dentside 4×4: 1979 Ford F-250 Ranger
While technically falling just outside the era of being an actual Highboy, this 1979 Ford F-250 Ranger 4×4 appears to have a bit of a lift on it. Round headlights went away for the 1979 model year, at least… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
23k-Mile Time Capsule: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe
With an eBay user name of mopar6930, one might think this seller has sole allegiance to just Chrysler products, so it’s a bit surprising to find his only offering on that site is a Chevrolet. However, when it’s a… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Barn Yard Find: 1974 BMW 3.0 CSi
The BMW E9 coupe remains one of the most collectible BMWs made in the last few decades, but that doesn’t mean every example that comes up for sale is worthy of restoration. One the tragic flaws about the E9… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
From an Estate: 2003 Ferrari 360 Modena Coupe
In the beginning, Ferrari the company was Enzo Ferrari the man – possessed of a strong ego, obsessed with his cars, a perfectionist. His company emphasized racing and made road cars to keep the race program healthy. Production was… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Buried For 26 Years: 1979 Lancia HPE
Lancia Automobiles is a long-lived car builder in Italy that never had a lot of success selling vehicles in the U.S. market. The Beta was an “entry-level luxury car” and the HPE, like the seller’s example, was one of… more»
Dec 8, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
29K-Mile Upgraded 1995 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning
We’ve talked about vehicle wish lists here before and mine is loaded with some unusual ones, like a Subaru 360 Young S, a Comuta-Car EV, and other oddballs. That being said, most of my list consists of trucks, usually… more»
