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No Reserve: 1979 Ford Mustang Indy Pace Car Edition

May is here, which means one thing; It’s Indy time! This year, Chevrolet’s Corvette Z06 will serve as the Official Pace Car, but in 1979, that honor fell to Ford’s new Fox-Body Mustang. The company did what most manufacturers… more»

Untouched 1934 Ford V8 Five Window Coupe

With the advent of Chevrolet’s six-cylinder motor in 1929, Ford was left in the proverbial dust, still limping along on four cylinders. But Henry had a secret: for some time, out of sight of prying eyes at the back… more»

48K Mile 1970s Time Machine: 1974 Ford Maverick

Every day I am faced with reminders that I am getting old when I write up cars that were everyday transportation when I was a kid.  However, looking back I can see that some of these cars were wrong… more»

Perfectly Preserved: 1971 Ford Ranchero

It is the eternal question that divides opinion; If you have a classic like this 1971 Ford Ranchero, should it be preserved or restored? The seller has selected the preservation pathway, treating its bare metal and surface corrosion to… more»

Stored Since 1977: 1965 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

This 1965 Ford Mustang GT Convertible proves there are still desirable classics hidden in garages and barns just waiting for an enthusiast capable of returning them to their former glory. This gem has sat since 1977, but it is… more»

Super Long Super Cab: 1978 Ford F-250

When it comes to trucks, the Ford F-Series has a very well-earned reputation for reliability and durability.  That durability was never more evident than in the heavy-duty versions of the company’s sixth generation of trucks.  If you have a… more»

Luxurious 4X4! 1978 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT Lariat 460

If you’ve been thinking luxurious pickups are a fairly recent phenomenon, you may be surprised to find out just how far back the concept goes.  Not that there wasn’t any such thing before 1978, but this was the year… more»

No Reserve! 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra

A good deal in the collector car world is rare these days, but this no reserve listing for a 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra may be one such opportunity. That said, the current bid price of just over $30,000 isn’t… more»

428 V8 4-Speed! 1969 Ford Torino Cobra Jet

Muscle cars were everywhere in 1969 and one of the most formidable was the Ford Torino Cobra Jet. With its 428 cubic inch V8 and optional ram air induction, these cars were hard to beat. This example looks almost… more»

V8/5-Speed: 1990 Ford Mustang LX

It is a question that many people struggle to answer; When did The Malaise Era end? There are many theories, but cars like this 1990 Mustang LX demonstrate that American manufacturers were getting a handle on emission regulations to… more»

1-of-10: 1980 Ford M81 McLaren Mustang Prototype

The opportunity to own a prototype doesn’t occur every day, and those with the available funds will often seize the opportunity with both hands. This 1980 Ford M81 McLaren Mustang Prototype is 1-of-10 cars produced before the M81 program… more»

Out of the Barn: 1965 Ford Thunderbird

Styling for the Ford Thunderbird would change dramatically in 1964 when the “Squarebirds” emerged from the designed studios. And they were well-received by the buying public with a record sales year in ’64. For ’65, the cars were little… more»

One Year Only: 1971 Ford Torino 500

Ford added the Torino to the mid-size Fairlane roster in 1968 – and by 1971 – the nameplate represented the entire line. Named after Turin in Northern Italy, the Torino would be a Ford staple through the 1976 model… more»

Racing History! 1963 Ford Galaxie 500

The partnership between Ford Motor Company and Dearborn Steel Tubing Company (DST) produced show cars and race cars built by DST, which acted as a specialty manufacturing house for Ford. When DST’s Jim “Hammer” Mason decided to go racing,… more»

Clean Green Machine: 1974 Ford Maverick Sedan

“More value, Affordable luxury, Very low maintenance cost, Exterior and interior decor packages, Range of options, Initial low cost, Comfortable ride in a compact size, Key sales emphasis, the 4-door sedan as a “full-size, family compact.” So spells out… more»

1-of-1? 1972 Ford F-250 Sport Custom Highboy

Ford’s Fifth Generation F-Series trucks remained in showrooms from 1967 until 1972. This F-250 Custom Sport Highboy is from the final production year and is claimed to be unique. It presents nicely, and its V8 engine and four-wheel-drive capabilities… more»

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