The late ’80s weren’t the best of times for domestic cars, especially if hot-footin’ it was your goal. Sure, there were models available that had a reasonable pretension of go-fast behavior but they weren’t unique or really specialized in… more»
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Sep 12, 2024 • Auctions • 15 Comments
BF Auction: 1981 Ford Bronco 4×4 Free Wheeling
Purchasing a classic that recently emerged from hibernation is sometimes a gamble, but that isn’t the case with this 1981 Ford Bronco 4×4 Free Wheeling. The current owner worked through a meticulous revival process that will allow the winning… more»
Sep 12, 2024 • Auctions • 31 Comments
BF Auction: 1961 Porsche 356B T5 Coupe
We are helping a friend here in Idaho find new homes for their Porsche projects. You may have already seen the 356B shell we are auctioning for them; if not, you can find it here. Next up is this… more»
Sep 12, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Rebuilt Grocery Getter: 1974 Ford Pinto
The Pinto was Ford’s first entry into the subcompact car market which was dominated by the imports going into the 1970s. The Pinto was in production from 1971 to 1980 and would spawn the Mercury Bobcat along the way…. more»
Sep 12, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
384 Miles! 1994 Subaru Justy DL 5-Speed
I don’t think the eagle-eye Barn Finds readers will find that this 1994 Subaru Justy has 100,384 miles on it, and not just because it has a six-digit odometer showing 000384. This is a definite time capsule. It’s not… more»
Sep 12, 2024 • Auctions • 13 Comments
BF Auction: 1962 Porsche 356B Coupe
Over the past decade, interest in and value for air-cooled Porsches have grown strongly. If you’ve experienced one, then you probably understand the enthusiasm. Early examples are some of the most sought-after due to their excellent handling, solid build… more»
Sep 12, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
U.S.-Built Drop-Top: 1985 Renault Alliance
American Motors was never flush with cash, but times were particularly tight in the late 1970s and early 1980s. AMC wasn’t “big enough” to be saved like Chrysler, who was the beneficiary of a mega loan by the U.S…. more»
Sep 12, 2024 • Exclusives • 8 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1972 Ford Mustang Convertible
In 1972, Ford referred to its line of Mustang models as “Sports Compacts,” even though they were anything but compact compared to the earlier models and were the largest Mustangs, at least in length. They came in three body… more»
Sep 12, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Factory Tri Power: 1961 Chevrolet Impala SS
The Chevrolet Impala got a redesign on the B-Body platform for its third generation beginning in 1961, and for the first time, a Super Sport option became available, corporately known as the RPO-240 package. Unfortunately, it’s one of those… more»
Sep 12, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Hugger Orange Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
Chevrolet built and sold nearly a quarter-million Camaro “pony cars” in 1969. While the styling was crisper than in 1967-68, the automobile had a 15-month production run due to the all-new ‘70s being delayed. This ’69 began life with… more»
Sep 12, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
One Owner Survivor: 1980 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am
Some car enthusiasts like to purchase project cars and restore them. Some car enthusiasts like to buy restored cars and yet some look for low mileage survivors. This 1980 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am is located in Miami, Florida and… more»
Sep 12, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
California Driver: 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta GTV 2000
Vintage Alfa Romeos have a loyal following among car enthusiasts. Many of the 1960s and 70s-era models represented the generations that brought the bulk of their acolytes into the fold, but I would wager the model most recognized as… more»
Sep 11, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
502 BBC Powered: 1970 Pontiac Trans Am
If you are a purist, don’t stop reading just yet. This 1970 Pontiac Trans Am is the real deal, according to the seller but it is powered by a big block 502 cubic inch GM crate engine. It is… more»
Sep 11, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Museum Quality? 1984 Dodge Rampage
Smaller pickup trucks grew to be popular in the 1970s and 1980s. Dodge created the Rampage in 1982 to compete with the VW Rabbit Sportruck and Subaru BRAT in the subcompact space. It was a unibody pickup that was… more»
Sep 11, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Original Paint: 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Greenbrier
I’ll come right out and say it: I think that the quirky Corvair Greenbrier is the best-looking small van ever built. Sure, the Econoline and A100 are also offbeat, fun-looking little haulers, but the two-tone paint on this Chevy… more»
Sep 11, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Super Muscle Car: 1970 Plymouth Superbird
The 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona and 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Superbird really don’t need much of an introduction regarding their importance in Mopar racing history, as most NASCAR fans my age or older remember when Buddy Baker broke the… more»
