Meyer Half Cab! 1973 Jeep CJ-5

Is there anything a vintage Jeep can’t do? Well, ok, they’re not a wonderful highway ride, but besides that! The ‘Civilian Jeep” crept onto the scene in 1942, when the US Department of Agriculture pitted a jeep against a… more»

Showroom Condition: 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 With 7,200 Original Miles!

If this 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 proves nothing else, it demonstrates that there are enthusiasts out there with better self-control than I will ever possess. If this classic belonged to me, I would slip behind the wheel at every… more»

Beautiful Underdog: 1969 Porsche 912

When you are the little brother to one of the most iconic sports cars ever made, it is easy to be overlooked. But when you carefully consider the specs of the 912, you can’t help but wonder if this… more»

Stored 47 Years: Running 1940 Mercury Eight

Ford Motor Co. introduced a third range of automobiles in 1939, Mercury. It was sandwiched in between the more pedestrian Ford and the high-end Lincoln. The premiere model was the Mercury Eight, designated as such for its 239 cubic… more»

Bowtie Power? 1973 Jensen-Healey

OK, I’ll admit it, I’m a sucker for looks. A car could have a reputation of guano but if I like the visual, I’ll at least consider it. And that’s the case with the Jensen-Healey such as today’s 1973… more»

Mercedes Bonanza: Stash of SL-Class Cars

The SL-Class of Mercedes-Benz grand touring sports car has been in production since 1954. The SL designation in English translates as “Sport Light”.  The third generation arrived in 1971 and stuck around through 1989. The seller has amassed seven… more»

No Reserve: 1972 International Scout II

While International might not have crossed the stripe first with an American SUV, the Scout is certainly on the podium. And with a production span of nearly two decades and over 500,000 sold, it’s hard to argue with its… more»

Running Project: 1967 Volkswagen Beetle

Quiz: What auto manufacturer produced more than 21 million copies of essentially the same car for nearly 60 years in the 20th Century? Answer: Why, of course, Volkswagen was the builder, and the Type 1 or Beetle was the… more»

1 Of 386: 1974 Plymouth Road Runner GTX

Plymouth buyers had one final chance to associate the GTX moniker with a B-Body in 1974, although only 386 customers took advantage of that opportunity, making it quite a rare one.  By this time, the car was no longer… more»

Parked 20+ Years: 1967 Plymouth Fury II 383 V8

A 1967 Plymouth Fury brochure mentions the “curves” that buyers expected to see in hardtops and convertibles being available in the sedan as well. I wouldn’t exactly call this 1967 Plymouth Fury II two-door sedan curvy, but I think… more»

Top-Down Survivor: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville

Introduced in 1957, the Bonneville usually served as the Pontiac brand’s top-of-the-line car through the balance of the 20th Century. Riding on a wheelbase longer than the more pedestrian Catalina, the cars got a major facelift in 1963. As… more»

Next Level Patina: 1947 Indian Chief

In 1922, Indian introduced the Chief as the largest and most powerful motorcycle in the lineup.  Yet it wasn’t until Indian designer Charles Franklin added full fenders to the motorcycle’s lanky frame that it became a cultural icon.  The… more»

48k-Mile Original? 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS

“Move over, Ford Mustang” is probably what Chevrolet said in 1967 when they introduced the new Camaro to compete with it. And the Camaro quickly established itself as the second best-seller in the “pony car” segment at nearly 221,000… more»

BF Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible

UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! There is no feeling like slipping behind the wheel of a classic Convertible on a sunny day to experience all Mother Nature has to offer. Those feelings are accentuated when… more»

BF Exclusive: 1999 Jeep Cherokee Sport 4×4

UPDATE – The seller has lowered their asking price! Motor Trend said, “…the Jeep Cherokee is a raging bargain, offering driving enjoyment, off-road ability, overall function…” and more gushing remarks, as did other magazines and reviewers. In my opinion,… more»

’70s Cool! 1970 El Lobo Dune Buggy

By the time 1970 rolled around, it was clear that two things would survive an atomic blast:  cockroaches and air-cooled Volkswagen Beetles. The indestructible little People’s Car became the underpinning for a variety of interesting kit cars and low-production… more»

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