Corvette owners are branded with a plethora of stereotypes. While the one about owners embracing the standard uniform of jean shorts and white New Balance sneakers is approaching legendary status, other stereotypes are more serious. Perhaps the most prevalent… more»
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Italian American: Ford Escort “Monte Carlo” by Frua
This one-off Frua-bodied Escort is an historical mystery. No definitive answer exists to the question: why did Pietro Frua restyle an early Escort? Did Ford commission it, or was a private party responsible for the car? We can only… more»
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Supercharged Sidewalk Edition! 2008 Mini Cooper S
Here’s one we don’t cover often, a Mini Cooper S, specifically a 2008 “Sidewalk” edition. Having experienced only 65K miles, this clean supercharged drop top is claimed by the seller to be “the most desirable year”. Hmmm, I wonder… more»
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Stored Survivor: 1966 Ford Thunderbird Coupe
With its long, low profile and distinctive styling, the fourth-generation Ford Thunderbird holds a special place in ’60s personal luxury. This 1966 Thunderbird coupe has been stored indoors for the past five years and is now up for grabs… more»
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Former I-6 Roller: 1972 Chevrolet Nova
The Chevrolet Chevy II/Nova was likely the best-selling during its long run from 1962 to 1979. The generation built between 1968 and 1972 is especially popular today because of the cloning potential to turn one into a Super Sport…. more»
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V8 Survivor: 1938 Ford Light Delivery Pickup
With a fresh new cab, the first since 1935, Ford’s 1938 Light Delivery Pickup featured this unique (“Barrel Front”) oval-shaped grille ahead of the industry’s first front-opening hood. This grille can hopefully be massaged back into shape, as it’s… more»
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Shoebox Dreams: 1950 Ford Custom Convertible Project
It’s been tucked away, worn by time and weather, but this 1950 Ford Custom Convertible still has that unmistakable Shoebox charm. Found in a barn, pulled out, and now sitting outside awaiting its next chapter, this drop-top Ford is… more»
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Rain or Shine: 1967 Ford F-250 Highboy Survivor
Sometimes, a survivor speaks for itself—even if the photos don’t. That’s the case with this 1967 Ford F-250 Highboy, an original paint, rust-free example that the seller claims is one of just 199 produced according to its Marti Report…. more»
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99% Complete: 1956 Chevrolet Nomad
Chevrolet redesigned their cars in 1955, bringing back a V8 engine after a 37-year absence. And they added a classy new “sport wagon,” the Bel Air Nomad. The former was quite popular, yet the latter hardly made a blip… more»
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Solid Start: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner Project
Here’s a classic that’s ripe for revival—a 1969 Plymouth Road Runner project car that’s not currently running, but offers a clean title and a promising foundation. Equipped with a 383 V8 and a manual transmission, it’s listed here on… more»
BF Exclusive: 1988 Lotus Esprit Turbo
Whenever I see an ’80s Lotus Esprit, I think of my Commodore 64. When I was a kid, we had a computer shop down the street where I bought all kinds of car racing games for the old Commodore,… more»
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TASCA Muscle: 1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback
Built before Ford took over Shelby production, this 1967 Shelby GT500 Fastback is more than just a collector car—it’s a piece of American performance history. Finished in Brittany Blue with white stripes, this early-production GT500 was sold new by… more»
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27K Original Miles: 1973 Volvo 1800ES
Many car enthusiasts love wagons, but their stubborn preference for two doors keeps them from wholly embracing the long roof design. In the case of the Volvo 1800ES, you can sort of have your cake and it eat, too,… more»
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Garage Find: 1970 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
The ubiquitous Volkswagen Beetle is another one of those cars that is eminently available, which can work against sellers hoping for a quick transaction. There’s always a car out there, maybe even in your neighborhood, so there’s little sense… more»
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34K-Mile 1993 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCab 4×4
This 1993 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCab Styleside 4×4 has traveled just 1,085 miles per year on average over the last 32 years. To say that this is a low-mile truck is the understatement of the year. This familiar seller… more»
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BF Auction: 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
OK, so Cadillac lied. The 1976 Cadillac Eldorado wasn’t the last American convertible; it wasn’t even the last Cadillac to be offered as a convertible. Honestly, though, in the climate of 1976, how was Cadillac to know that America’s… more»
