4X4

Ex-Fire-Department 4×4: 1954 Dodge M37

I say this too often, but it’s been a while since I’ve wanted a vehicle on Barn Finds more than I want this 1954 Dodge M37. We’ve seen many examples here, but I recently read an article in Hemmings… more»

Dealer Modified: 1979 Datsun 620 4×4 Pickup

Dealer-installed equipment is nothing new, although it is typically confined to comfort or cosmetic enhancements. This 1979 Datsun 620 Pickup breaks the rules, featuring a four-wheel drive system fitted by the dealer. The vehicle should be a competent off-roader,… more»

Rust-Free 52K-Mile 1986 AMC Eagle Wagon 4WD

“American Motors, the world leader in 4-wheel drive technology, introduces another breakthrough. The American Eagle now has Select Drive . . . a spectacular new piece of engineering that lets you switch back and forth between full-time 4-wheel drive… more»

1970 International Scout Aristocrat 4×4 304 V8

This patina-heavy Scout 800A is a special model called an Aristocrat. It seems funny for such a basic and agricultural-like 4×4 to have such a posh top hat-wearing name, but special editions were a good way to add some… more»

Project 4×4: 1981 AMC Eagle Kammback

“So much practicality, so much affordability . . . all wrapped up in a smart appearing four-wheel drive package. Whether the new Eagle Kammback is your only automobile or a second family automobile, it’s a truly sporty subcompact.” So… more»

No Rust? 1978 Subaru Brat DL 4×4

“Our 4 wheel drive Brat is even more fun than any other car on the road today. Or off the road for that matter. Just the flick of a lever inside the car will shift the Brat, even while… more»

No Reserve: 1978 Ford F-250 4×4 Pickup

Some classics raise as many questions as they answer, and this 1978 Ford F250 4×4 Pickup is no exception. It presents exceptionally well, supporting the seller’s claim that it turns heads wherever it goes. It would take little money… more»

Unmodified 2002 Subaru WRX Turbo Wagon

“A casual glance will not reveal the soul of the WRX. It was not designed by some stylist to elicit a response that says look at me, I’m a supercar. It was designed by engineers to win in the… more»

Kansas Estate Find: 1948 Willys Jeep 4×4 Pickup

Willys-Overland sure made some desirable vehicles, my favorite of which would be their line of 4×4 pickups. They’re primitive by today’s standards, but I didn’t even have to say that, and that’s what is a big attraction for me…. more»

Clear-Coated Patina: 1960 Ford F-100 4×4 292 V8

If you want patina, this is patina! And it isn’t going anywhere, at least for a while, as it’s been clear-coated to preserve it as much as possible. There isn’t any big rust to speak of, as in rust… more»

390-Equipped: 1971 Ford F-250 Ranger 4×4

Deciding which path to pursue with a project build is sometimes challenging, especially when an owner has no “lived” experience with the vehicle. There’s nothing like spending time behind the wheel to assess a vehicle’s needs, and that opportunity… more»

V6 3-Speed: 54K-Mile 1967 Jeepster Commando

The seller refers to this 1967 Jeepster Commando as being “highly original” and says that it only has 54,000 miles, which averages to 947 miles a year. No wonder it looks so nice. We’ve seen many Jeepster Commandos here… more»

Rust-Free 4×4: 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT

Never mind what’s hidden in that garage, we’re here to check out this nice 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT! Second-generation Chargers are a dime-a-dozen, but second-generation Ford Broncos are much better and more useful. Who’s with me?! One hand,… more»

Sitting 24 Years: 1983 Audi Quattro Turbo

In 1983, I was running a mail-order business – which instantly dates me now that I think about it – and was barely 20 years old. No way in my wildest dreams could I have imagined owning a car… more»

Southwest 4×4: 1988 Dodge Ramcharger LE

A lot of us think of the desert Southwest region of the United States as a great place to find hidden gems that haven’t been subjected to the ravages of snow and salty roads. While that can often be… more»

Weathered 4×4: 1972 Chevrolet K10

Once common as blades of grass, the Second Generation Chevy C / K Series pickups remain popular as classics. This 1972 Chevrolet K10 Fleetside 4×4 shows weathering mostly on its horizontal surfaces, normal after years of outdoor storage. The… more»