By 1988, Ford’s LTD Crown Victoria had become ubiquitous, patrolling North America in taxicab and police interceptor form, and haunting any destination favored by retirees clinging to their taste for large rear-wheel-drive sedans with V8 engines. At the top… more»
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Jul 11, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Off the Road 40 Years: 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
Things were looking up for the Plymouth Barracuda in 1970. Chrysler had given it a fresh new platform (E-body) that finally separated it from the Valiant. The improvement in looks and performance resulted in a 50% increase in sales… more»
Jul 11, 2024 • For Sale • 38 Comments
“Snake Charmer!” 1964 Shelby 289 Cobra
Owned and loved for 60 years by its original owner, this never-restored 1964 Shelby 289 Cobra comes to auction in August. Henry “Hank” Williams Jr. led an interesting life, participating in the U.S. Army’s WW II D-Day operations in… more»
Jul 11, 2024 • Exclusives • 20 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1963 Ford Falcon Futura Sprint Convertible
Some classics are better candidates for a Restomod build than others, and the ready availability of parts made this 1963 Ford Falcon Futura Sprint Convertible an obvious choice. The owner retained the car’s inherent 1960s charm, hiding a more… more»
Jul 11, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Step Nose Project: 1967 Alfa Romeo Giulia Sprint GT Veloce
When it comes to assessing whether a car is a one-of-one or a one-of-10 due to its mix of features, the American car crowds are usually the best equipped to combine equipment data with production figures to determine rarity…. more»
Jul 11, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Triple-Black Treat: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T
This 1968 Dodge Charger R/T leaves its new owner with choices to make. It presents nicely following an older restoration, and its paint and trim combination guarantee it makes a striking visual statement. It has rust issues the buyer… more»
Jul 11, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
$40K Project Exotic: 2004 Ferrari 360
As you all likely know, there’s a plethora of YouTube “celebrities” who routinely take cars from salvage lots like Copart and bring them back to life. Or, at least, attempt to. The more exotic the car is, the better,… more»
Jul 11, 2024 • For Sale • 42 Comments
Stunning Restoration: 1941 Cadillac Fleetwood 60 Special
Many people believe that as a luxury car manufacturer, Cadillac is a shadow of its former self. It once set the benchmark by which others were measured, which is graphically demonstrated by this 1941 Fleetwood Series 60 Special. It… more»
Jul 11, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
No Reserve: 1992 Ford F-250 Custom 4×4 With 38k Original Miles
Walking into your local Ford dealership and driving away in a shiny new F-250 is a tempting thought. However, it won’t be a cheap exercise, and devaluation during the first few years can be enough to wipe the smile… more»
Jul 10, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Trunk Full of Trophies: 1984 Oldsmobile 98 Regency Coupe
The pages of Barn Finds have been blessed lately by a nice crop of low-mileage Malaise-Era sedans, and here’s another one. This 1984 Oldsmobile 98 Regency coupe is looking for a new home; it has only 57,543 miles on… more»
Jul 10, 2024 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Bullet Proof? 1981 GMC Armored Van
This armored van is one of those vehicles that poses the question, “What would you do with it if you bought it”? The seller tells us this armored truck was built by International Harvester in 1981 and research indicates… more»
Jul 10, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
1932 Ford Coupe Project Has Been Sitting Since 1957
It would seem that this long-dormant 1932 Ford two-door sedan, bought from an estate and last titled way back in 1957, is destined to be a hot rod project. The car is in rough but not terminal condition. There’s… more»
Jul 10, 2024 • Auctions • 12 Comments
BF Auction: 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
It’s incredibly sad that in two years, it will be 100 years since the creation of Pontiac. Started as a companion to GM’s upscale brand Oakland in 1926, by 1931, Pontiac had proven the more popular make, and Oakland… more»
Jul 10, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Numbers Matching: 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS 350
For many, the 1970 model year was the last time you could buy a true muscle car. From 1971 forward, engine emissions output began to tighten, and the insurance companies had become wise to the speed that some of… more»
Jul 10, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Same Owner 30 Years: 1976 BMW 2002
In BMW fan and collector circles, the 2002s are considered iconic. They were built between 1968 and 1976 by Bavaria Motor Works in Europe and were considered “executive” sporty cars because of the combination of performance and comfort. This… more»
Jul 10, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
One Family Owned: 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
The Toyota Land Cruiser is going to be a fixture on the enthusiast landscape for some time to come. While values have teetered out a bit over the last few months, I doubt we’re going to see any drastic… more»
