Though Ford hasn’t used the name in this country for over five decades, the Fairlane spent several years as a mainstay for the brand, starting as the flagship model for the full-size lineup in 1955. Later, it served as… more»
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Jun 28, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
White Hat Special: 1969 Dodge Charger
Here’s a 1969 Dodge Charger White Hat Special, originally powered by a 383 V-8, that has sat around since 1991 as two owners failed to follow through on their plans to get it back on the road. The White… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Sport Wagon: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
A list of Chevrolet’s sales disappointments of the 1950s would have to include the Nomad. It was a 2-door “Sport Wagon” based on the Chevy Bel Air and derived from a 1954 Corvette concept car. Fewer than 23,000 were… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Super Car Survivor: 1996 Dodge Viper RT/10
The Dodge Viper RT/10 will always be cool, but the desirability factor spikes a bit when you find one with color-matched wheels and a blue steering wheel from the factory. The original Viper with its tri-blade gray wheels and… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Hot Rod Candidate? 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
The Chevrolet Bel Air is a textbook example of auto design evolution. From its awkward beginnings in 1950, plagued by leftover ’40s styling, to the prominent ponton fenders of 1952, the glamorous greenhouse of the ’55, and the batwing… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • Exclusives • 4 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
The term “luxury SUV” is redundant now as most, if not all, SUVs are luxurious, at least compared to the rugged, often crude, no-frills 4×4 vehicles they were decades ago. The Jeep Wagoneer ended its run in 1991 as… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • Exclusives • 7 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1981 Lincoln Continental Mark VI
Made for three and a half decades beginning in 1956 – with a few years off between 1961 and 1968 – Ford’s Lincoln-Mercury division offered buyers the ultimate in luxury with the Mark Series. Fun fact: the Mark VI… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • Auctions • 16 Comments
BF Auction: 1973 Volkswagen Transporter Westfalia
There are many ways you can escape daily life’s hustle and bustle. Some choose to camp in the great outdoors in a tent, while others seek five-star luxury. This 1973 Volkswagen Westfalia represents an excellent compromise. This beautifully preserved… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • Exclusives • 19 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1931 Ford Coupe Clown Car
One of the joys of writing for Barn Finds is the eclectic mix of classics we see. This 1931 Ford Coupe fits that description, having spent part of its life as a Clown Car. The owner recently released it… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Solid Blank Canvas: 1968 Ford Mustang GT
Some enthusiasts never realize their ambition to create the car of their dreams because they find the idea of molesting a desirable classic unpalatable. They also fear the flack they might receive from purists and will spend their days… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Reserve Met: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am
It can be frustrating to submit a bid on a classic at auction, only to be left hanging as you wait to learn whether the reserve is met. There are no such problems with this 1973 Pontiac Trans Am… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Best One Left? 1993 Mercury Capri XR2
It is no secret that Ford Australia felt the financial pinch at the end of the 1980s. Its much-heralded new Falcon was plagued with problems that cost the company millions in warranty claims. Its mid-sized Corsair, little more than… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Nicely Optioned: 1986 Pontiac Fiero SE
The Pontiac Fiero has always been on the automotive landscape as a cheap entry point into project car ownership. The earliest examples aren’t particularly sought-after but Pontiac began to get the recipe right as the years wore on. This… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
37K and No Reserve: 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK 350
If you’re like me, you and your fellow car enthusiasts likely spend a fair amount of time lamenting how modern cars are a pain to fix and far more complicated than the models that came before it. I am… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Rare 383/4-Speed: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Convertible
Given the enormous lists of factory options offered by manufacturers, it is possible to make bold rarity claims about almost any classic. Sometimes, they are irrelevant because the combination doesn’t genuinely impact that car’s potential value. However, this 1970… more»
Jun 27, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Genuine Survivor: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS Convertible
We’ve all seen instances where a seller will describe their classic as a survivor, but further investigation reveals it is restored or loaded with aftermarket parts. This 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS is an exception because its current owner has… more»
