U.S. auto production came to a screeching halt in 1942 as car builders were directed to build equipment for the war effort (WW2). Limited production of some cars continued for government use, with most production capacity redirected to fighting… more»
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Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
No Reserve: 1977 Ford F150 Ranger 4×4 Free Wheeling
Rarity claims must always be taken with a grain of salt in the absence of documentary evidence. However, the seller holds a Marti Report which seemingly confirms that only 222 buyers ordered one of these classics in 1977 where… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Rare 1992 Aston Martin Virage
Only 93 Aston Martin Virages were said to be imported to the United States in 1992. Aston Martin is known for making limited runs of their vehicles, likely to drive up value. The company makes stunning performance vehicles with… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Hidden Estate Sale Find: 1971 Citroen DS
There’s a common phenomenon we see when collector cars come up for auction in unexpected places. Basically, it seems to play out that an individual managing an estate decides to use a general auctioneer service to clean out the… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Only 1,613 Made: 1971 Ford Torino GT Convertible
The Ford Torino did a fairly brisk business in 1971, with 326,463 being sold in its last year on a unibody platform. Only 1,613 of those, however, were sporty GT convertibles such as our maroon feature car. Surprisingly, the… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
One Owner Survivor: 1989 Audi 100
Affordability is often a key consideration for those seeking the first classic to park in their garage. The thought of spending a significant sum on what could prove to be a flight of fancy can be unappealing, leading some… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Single-Family-Owned 1974 Lincoln Continental Mark IV
The Lincoln Continental Mark IV is an excellent example of ’70s luxury. Equipped with tons of amenities and comfort it makes the daily commute something to look forward to. Finding an original example is tricky. This example is said… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
56k Mile? 1960 Chrysler Imperial Crown
It’s hard to imagine that in the ’60s luxury cars were built with a similar level of amenities as some of today’s economy cars. The 1960 Chrysler Imperial with the Crown trim came equipped with power windows, power steering,… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
5.0 V8 Powered 1986 TVR 280i
Arguably one of the least British-looking British cars, the 1986 TVR 280i is a very boxy sports car with perfectly ’80s styling. It seems that only 980 280is were produced from 1984-1987 making this car fairly rare. The example… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • Auctions • 15 Comments
BF Auction: 2002 Porsche 911 6-Speed
We find ourselves in a bit of a pickle! After purchasing and thoroughly enjoying a Porsche Boxster, we decided to buy a water-cooled Porsche 911. Well, we found a fantastic low-mileage example, but a new project car is on its… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
1991 Volvo 780 Bertone Turbo Coupe
Fashionably gliding onto the market in 1991 at a 2024 equivalent price of $97,300 dollars (!), this 1991 Volvo 780 Coupe, known by many as a Bertone Turbo Coupe (all Coupes were turbos by this time), is one svelt,… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Jump Seats in the Bed! 1981 Subaru BRAT GL
The Subaru BRAT was a small, 4X4 utility coupe (“ute”) that also served as a pickup truck. Built across two generations, it was in production from 1978 to 1994. To avoid a higher import tariff, it came with two… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Solid Project: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T
Although there’s little that would stop me from considering this one if I were in the market for a sixties B-Body to restore, after looking over the seller’s description this 1968 Dodge Charger R/T does seem to present a… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Cheap Camper Project: 1976 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet
In my opinion, the Chevrolet Blazer Chalet is one of the coolest products GM has ever offered, and I wish they would find the ingenuity to deliver such a product again. A standard Blazer – which was already a… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
12-Year Barn Find: 1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza
Chevrolet got into the compact car game in 1960 with the new Corvair. Following in the footsteps of the VW Beetle the automobile used an air-cooled engine mounted in the rear. Despite being unorthodox by domestic standards, the little… more»
Dec 12, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
9,369 Mile Drop Top: 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
One of the many positives about being a Corvette enthusiast is that, if you wait long enough, the perfect car will come along. Perfect for some may mean the correct engine and transmission options. Others wait around for the… more»
