Original Paint: 1963 Lincoln Continental

The Lincoln Continental was redesigned in 1961 and became a more formidable competitor than it had been. Changes would be subtle year by year before another rework in 1964. The ’63 Continental would be a roomier automobile for its… more»

Rare Sports Car Project: 1955 Swallow Doretti

The intertwining of William Lyons, Swallow Sidecar, Swallow Coachbuilding, Tube Investments, and Jaguar gave us more than the sum of its parts in the form of sidecars, motorcycles, and sensational roadsters. But precisely how did these resolve into –… more»

Like-New: 18k Mile 1990 Chevrolet Corvette

Every time I tell myself I don’t need a C4-chassis Corvette, I see an example like this that sucks me right back in. This is a very clean example of Chevrolet’s marquee muscle car, wearing a rarely seen paint… more»

F1 Driver Fernando Alonso’s Ferrari Enzo

Enzo Anselmo Giuseppe Maria Ferrari was an Italian race car driver and founder of Ferrari. Throughout his life, Ferrari model names were drawn from various influences including places in Italy, engine specs, and racing. However, it wasn’t until fourteen… more»

Uncommon Survivor: 1973 Toyota Celica ST

Here’s a decidedly un-barn findy car in the form of a 1973 Toyota Celica ST. No, it’s not typical for what usually graces the web pages of BF, but it’s a worthy subject. The seller tells us that it’s… more»

1968 Chevrolet Corvette 427 4-Speed

Some classics can be pretty surprising, which is true with this 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. It features one of the most desirable mechanical combinations offered by Chevrolet, and its enormous string of awards stands as a testament to its originality…. more»

3,800 Mile 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe

People typically have a clear opinion of the Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe and its Pontiac cousin. The general consensus seems to be that the Aerocoupe carries its unique styling more successfully than the Pontiac 2+2. Both cars were… more»

First One Built! 1971 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda Convertible

Owning an ultra-rare classic is something to which many enthusiasts aspire. However, if the vehicle in question happens to be the first such car to roll off the line, it usually sits in a league of its own. That… more»

Daily-Friendly Diesel: 1991 Chevrolet Suburban

Today, when the kids say “stance,” they’re most likely referring to the decision to lower their car so absurdly low to the ground that the wheels eventually flare out to such an angle where normal driving is all but… more»

BF Auction: 1970 Mercury Cougar XR7 428CJ

It is fair to say that in the world of performance cars, some are created more equal than others. That is the case with this 1970 Mercury Cougar XR7. It is a highly-optioned classic that perfectly combines luxury with… more»

Hurst/Olds Project: 1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Oldsmobile and Hurst Performance teamed up to market the Hurst/Olds, a muscle car that was offered sporadically between 1968 and 1984. Over the duration, more than 16,500 copies would be produced, based on four generations of the mid-size Cutlass… more»

No Reserve Survivor: 1980 Chevrolet Impala

At first blush, 1980 seems like yesterday to me, that is until I give it due consideration and realize that it was actually 43 long years ago and a ton of things have changed since then. And one of… more»

Rare Special Edition: 1983 Mazda RX-7

Special editions are a dime a dozen, but some limited offerings in the car world are worth paying attention when they show up for sale. This 1983 Mazda RX-7 is a prime example of this, as it is a… more»

Luxury Described in Detail: 1970 Cadillac Coupe DeVille

Clean on top, under the hood, and inside. That’s this 1970 Cadillac Coupe DeVille. It’s available on ebay for a current bid in the $13K region with no indication of a reserve and a handful of days left in… more»

Two-Year Experiment: 1954 Mercury Sun Valley

FOMOCO had a novel idea in 1954: build a 2-door hardtop with a Plexiglas roof to let the sun in. While a nifty piece of engineering, it wasn’t practical because of the additional heat it brought to its passengers…. more»

Price-Dropped French Classic: 1963 Panhard PL17

Manufacturers need to look outside the square if they plan to produce a car with limited engine power. Such was the case with Panhard and its PL17 model. Its engine bay housed a tiny motor with modest power, but… more»

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