I have to admit it. I really don’t like vans very much. I’d like to give you a reasoned reason why, but I think it stems from childhood trauma. My father had a 1973 Econoline van in ratty condition,… more»
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Sep 20, 2017 • Uncategorized • 36 Comments
Earliest Known Eliminator: 1969 Mercury Cougar
Pony cars of the 60’s are cool and well cherished, but the Cougar Eliminator had a growl all of its own with cool flip away headlights and power to boot. With very solid bones, a 351 V8, and a… more»
Sep 20, 2017 • Uncategorized • 36 Comments
So Fresh & So Clean: Low-Mileage 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Late-model G-body survivors are intriguing to me because at this point, most of them have been beaten, customized, hot-rodded, or otherwise repurposed. To see one in original, unmolested condition that isn’t a 442 or otherwise fancy model is a… more»
Sep 20, 2017 • Uncategorized • 25 Comments
Louise, A Low-Mileage 1972 Ford Maverick
Readers, meet Louise. A two-owner, low-mileage 1972 Ford Maverick, Louise has been well maintained and seen very little use over the years. Though this car has racked up 32,771 miles, it was purchased 10 years ago by the current… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • Uncategorized • 25 Comments
Hot Rod Alternative: 1933 Plymouth Two Door
Go to just about any classic car show and you will find at least one hot rod built from an early ’30s Ford. Now don’t get me wrong, they make for awesome hot rods, but thanks to the Beach… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • Auctions • 3 Comments
BF AUCTION: Nash Metropolitan Project Pair
This auction is for a pair of Nash Metropolitans. They have been sitting in the yard for over 30 years so they are probably only good for parts. The ’57 does have a clear title and its engine isn’t… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • Auctions • 16 Comments
BF AUCTION: 1974 Mercedes Benz 280S
From Mason H. – Single family-owned Mercedes Benz 280S with sun roof. Stored in attached enclosed garage for 11 years, but fully functional prior to storage. Great project car! The car has dark blue original paint with original tan… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • Auctions • 21 Comments
BF AUCTION: 1974 Toyota Chinook RV
From George G. – A running (sort of) 1974 Toyota Chinook RV! Yes, it’s a bit of a project, but there just aren’t that many left anymore and think how cool this would be with a modern multi-valve fuel… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • Uncategorized • 8 Comments
Birmingham Small Arms: 1937 BSA Scout Roadster
Most folks know at least a little about BSA motorcycles, but did you know they built small open touring cars from 1907 until 1939? The front wheel drive Scout was introduced in 1935 and was very successful. This four-seat roadster is… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
How Did I Get Here? 1983 BMW 745i
Do you ever see a once-exotic car in a sad state—or even just in an unexpected place—and ask: How did that get there? Such is the case for this 1983 BMW 745i, a not-for-U.S.-sale, ultra-expensive turbo supersedan that has somehow… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • Uncategorized • 126 Comments
Michigan Man Forced To Liquidate His Collection
While some wouldn’t classify Ron D’s car hoard as a collection, chances are he wouldn’t quite agree with them. He’s been buying interesting cars since he was 21 years old. Most of his cars are currently sitting out on… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • Uncategorized • 24 Comments
Unrestored Driver: 1967 Four Speed Corvette 427
Chevrolet’s second generation or “C2” Corvette left the ’50s behind with aggressive styling and modern technology. By 1967, America’s sports car evolved with the addition of independent rear suspension in ’63, four-wheel disc brakes and side-pipes in’65, and 427… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • For Sale • 7 Comments
13,800 Miles: 1991 Mercedes 560 SEL
Long considered to be the most durable of Mercedes’ U.S. lineup, the W126 chassis cars are incredibly useful even today: handsome, stately and fantastic highway cruisers, finding one that’s simply been maintained is normally the only bar to clear… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Never This Nice: 1989 Toyota VanWagon
These spaceship-like Toyota Vans (also known as the “VanWagon” or the “LiteAce” overseas) will never cease to intrigue, what with their flat noses and glassy four-eyed stare. More uncommon is to see one that has been maintained and even… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • Uncategorized • 13 Comments
Antique Survivor: 1912 Koehler G80 Delivery Truck
With all of the technology in the world I still find it fascinating to study early cars and see the ideas and construction methods that early “tinkerer’s” came up with. Appearing much more like a horse drawn cart, this… more»
Sep 19, 2017 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Hatchery Hauler: 1934 Ford Panel Delivery
Every once in a while the collector car world will surprise you. A lost Bugatti will turn up, a lost race car will be found in a shed, and, most recently, the lost Bullitt Mustang was found rusting away… more»
