Collectible Bargain: 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

We all consider ourselves car experts to some extent, whether about the best performing muscle car or the best handling import. But one segment I attempt to be an expert in is that of vehicles that are seemingly destined… more»

Stunning Older Restoration: 1965 Pontiac Le Mans

Some cars don’t age gracefully, and sometimes, a restored classic can suffer a similar fate. However, this 1965 Pontiac Le Mans is an exception because it still presents superbly sixteen years after it received a hefty dose of TLC…. more»

Driver-Grade: 1968 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback

The bidding history confirms that people like what they see with this 1968 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback. It is a solid driver-grade classic, but lifting its presentation to a higher level would be a satisfying and straightforward process. The… more»

75k Original Miles: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am

Potential buyers will often place a great store in the concept of a classic with a long-term ownership history. This 1978 Pontiac Trans Am ticks that box, with its low odometer reading adding to its appeal. It has been… more»

Euro-Spec: 1972 BMW 3.0 CS Project

The venerable E9 was born in 1968 when BMW introduced the 2800 CS. With its long engine bay and hood, the car was the perfect cradle for the new M30 six-cylinder engine that launched BMW head and shoulders above… more»

BF Exclusive: 1979 MGB Roadster

British sports cars remain popular in the classic market, and there are good reasons for this. They provide an engaging driving experience, and the simple engineering of most makes them prime candidates for restoration and ongoing maintenance in a… more»

Duplicate Concept Car: 1963 Ford Thunderbird Italien

Ford and other automobile manufacturers were always developing concept cars. Some would inspire final production vehicles, while others would just be cool to look at. The Thunderbird Italien is an example of where an existing model was turned into… more»

Petty Approved: 1978 Dodge Aspen Kit Car

When I spotted this 1978 Dodge Aspen Kit Car, inspired by Richard Petty, I thought, here we go, some goober got an old Dodge and plastered a pair of “43” decals on its doors so he could play Cup… more»

Back From the Brink? 1969 Dodge Coronet R/T

In 1969, Dodge offered three mid-sized muscle cars built on the popular Chrysler B-body platform: the Super Bee, Charger R/T, and Coronet R/T. All of them could be had with a 440 cubic inch V8 (though the Super Bee… more»

Murano Green Project: 1990 Porsche 911

The 964-chassis Porsche 911 is one of my absolute favorite eras of the classic air-cooled sports car, and examples like this rare Murano Green Carrera 4 are seriously tempting. However, in recent years, the values for these early 90s… more»

Low Miles? 1985 Maserati Biturbo

Maserati’s ownership history was a constant shuffle from its founding. Formed by Alfieri Maserati along with several of his brothers in 1914, the company was sold to Adolfo Orsi after 23 years. Thirty years on, Citroen took over the… more»

Cartier Edition? 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V

Nearing the late seventies while GM was busy redesigning many of its flagships with smaller dimensions outside, Lincoln introduced a new Mark series for 1977, the Mark V, which used the same chassis as its predecessor but actually added… more»

Mean Green Racer? 1972 Datsun 510

The Datsun 510 was the U.S. designation for the Datsun (aka Nissan) Bluebird that found its way to the U.S. shores in 1968. It was a subcompact sedan (also wagon) that was fielded through 1973. It did have success… more»

One Family Owned: 1989 Dodge Ramcharger

This 1989 Dodge Ramcharger is a one-family owned example, and supposedly being offered for the first time since it was driven off the dealer lot as a new truck. The Ram is pleasingly spartan in its appearance, with classic… more»

BF Auction: Custom 1976 VW Trike

Some classics are designed to provide impressive performance; others transport their occupants in supreme luxury and isolation. A category that receives less recognition is those intended to plaster a mile-wide smile on their owner’s face. That description applies to… more»

Unmolested Survivor: 1990 Ford Mustang Convertible “7-Up Edition”

Few manufacturers throughout automotive history have resisted the urge to produce Special Edition vehicles. Many hit the mark perfectly, but some fall below a company’s sales expectations. The 1990 Ford Mustang LX Convertible Limited Edition, commonly called the “7-Up… more»

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