The Camaro was Chevrolet’s entrant into the new “pony car” market in 1967. And, the Z/28 would be the designation for the version assigned to compete in the SCCA’s Trans Am racing series. That group limited engine displacement to… more»
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Aug 27, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
“American Pickers” Pickup: Rare 1947 Hudson Series 178
To me, the prettiest hauler ever made was by the Hudson Motor Car Company and you’re looking at it: a 1947 Hudson Series 178 pickup. What a beauty. A decade before car-based Rancheros and El Caminos entered the scene,… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Project or Parts? 1971 Dodge Challenger
This 1971 Dodge Challenger needs love, suffering some of the typical rust issues that often beset these classics. However, it is complete, its V8 engine runs, and it comes with spare engine components that could help add some extra… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Fabulous Fifties Fins! 1957 Dodge Coronet
Chrysler Corp. redesigned its products in 1957 and set the industry on its ear with its “Forward Look” styling. The fins and the rest of the cars carried a Space Age look, befitting the development of technology during the… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Fully Documented: 1966 Shelby GT350
Buying a classic car with a six-figure asking price will seem daunting to some people because there will be nagging doubts about whether they are getting what they paid for. There seem no such problems with this 1966 Shelby… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Running Drop-Top: 1952 Sunbeam-Talbot 90
The Sunbeam-Talbot 90 was produced by Sunbeam-Talbot (Rootes Group) in the United Kingdom from 1948 to 1954. After that, it was known as the Sunbeam Mk III until 1957. It was a peppy car in a variety of body… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Reasonable Buy? 1973 Pontiac Grand Prix
A few weeks ago, I wrote this piece on a 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix and stated, “Pontiac’s Grand Prix never caught my attention until the big 1969 redesign. And it held it through the ’72 model year only to… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
1966 Ford Mustang 289 V8 Barn Find
When it came to selling popular cars in the 1960s, Ford was hard to beat with its all-new Mustang. From 1964 to 1966, nearly 1.3 million copies flooded the market, meaning the company’s factories worked overtime to keep up… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Cheap Survivor: 49k Mile 1975 Ford Thunderbird
Thunderbird’s story is a varied one; after all, how many cars have had so many personalities? A sporty two seater, a luxurious personal car, an over-the-top Brougham, a less-expensive Brougham, a personal luxury car with sporting pretensions, a two-seater… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • Auctions • 9 Comments
BF Auction: 1993 Pontiac Firebird Formula
The owner has been the custodian of this 1993 Pontiac Firebird Formula for three years, and the vehicle has always been meticulously maintained. He recently completed a comprehensive list of work to ensure it performs perfectly. He includes a… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • Auctions • 41 Comments
BF Auction: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda
UPDATE—The seller has asked us to relist their Barracuda auction. Since the previous auction ended, the seller has had the air conditioning system serviced, and it now blows cold! They’ve also lowered their reserve. When the word got out… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
304 V8 Four-Speed: 1973 International 1210 4×4
International’s Light-Line, or D-Series, pickups were quite a change from the previous rounded, 1950s-looking trucks, and this new design gave International stylists and engineers a chance to redo them to appeal to modern buyers. Cab air-conditioning was now integrated… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • Exclusives • 21 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1991 Buick Reatta Coupe
Halo models are not a new phenomenon in the automotive world, and manufacturers typically create them to showcase their engineering prowess or as a lure to draw potential buyers into their showrooms. Buick adopted the practice when it introduced… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • Exclusives • 48 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1973 Ford Pinto Wagon
1973 was a good year for the Ford Pinto. It was the last year for small bumpers with the original body design and the robust 2.0-liter engine. It was also the first year for front disc brakes, heavy-duty steering,… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
LS Power! 1957 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Low-slung, stylish, and imposing, the 1957 Cadillac announced your success with class. This 1957 Cadillac Coupe de Ville in Fresno, California sat covered with barn dust until recently. Lacking a motor when found, the neglected Caddy soon gained an… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Garage Dweller: 1957 Jaguar Mark VIII
Jaguar’s heritage began in 1935 when it emerged from the Swallow Sidecar Company. “Jaguar” was the company’s model name for a 3.5-liter two-seat roadster. At the same time, SS sold a 2.5-liter saloon. From these twin strands of DNA… more»
