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»
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Jun 7, 2023 • Auctions • 37 Comments
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»
Jun 7, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
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»
Jun 7, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
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»
Jun 7, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
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»
Jun 7, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
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»
Jun 6, 2023 • For Sale • 27 Comments
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»
Jun 6, 2023 • For Sale • 37 Comments
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»
Jun 6, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Best in the US? 1992 Acura NSX
Saying you own the best of anything that more than one example was made of is a lofty claim to make, but in an era where it’s hard to stand out for anything, big words are sometimes a necessity…. more»
Jun 6, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
No Reserve: 1978 Buick Century Station Wagon
In my younger days, I was nearly always envious when our neighbors drove home in a new station wagon, and try as I did to persuade my dad to follow suit, he was a sedan man and never bought… more»
Jun 6, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Garage Find Swede: 1988 Saab 9000
Here in New England, there are two brands with a surprising amount of relevance despite being non-existent or a shell of their former selves: Saab and Volvo. The former is obviously a defunct brand, but you wouldn’t know it… more»
Jun 6, 2023 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Le Project: 1980 Renault Le Car
Who remembers the Renault Le Car? It was the little French automobile that was really a Renault 5 that was rebranded and sold through American Motors dealers in the 1970s and 1980s. Though popular on its home turf, it… more»
Jun 6, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Early 1970s Build: 1929 Ford T-Bucket
There is something undeniably cool about classic hot rods, particularly those created in the 1970s. The scene had moved away from its roots in some areas but had remained faithful in others. This 1929 Ford T-Bucket is a product… more»
Jun 6, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Early 6WD Overlander: 1980 Gama Home
I’m guessing this is the only time we will see a vehicle like this come up for grabs, and the seller is pretty confident as well it’s a true one-off. Supposedly built by military vehicle engineer Roger Gamaunt, this… more»
Jun 6, 2023 • Auctions • 54 Comments
BF Auction: 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
Many enthusiasts spent years focusing on the chrome-bumper C3 Corvette models, ignoring later examples. That situation has changed as those people now recognize that these cars have much to offer potential buyers. This 1977 ‘Vette is a perfect example… more»
Jun 6, 2023 • Auctions • 28 Comments
BF Auction: 1953 Dodge B4B-108
UPDATE – The seller added a video of the truck running and driving! You can find the video below. Changed circumstances often lead an owner to part with a cherished classic, which is the case with this 1953 Dodge… more»
