The mid-size Ford Fairlane was upstaged in 1968 when the Torino model arrived with a higher level of trim and a greater selection of options. After more than 15 years on the Ford payroll, the Fairlane nameplate disappeared after… more»
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Parting Out Party? 1964 Ford Falcon Sprint
The seller is/was parting out this 1964 Ford Falcon 2-door hardtop. But does not mention whether it’s the V8-powered Sprint model, which seems likely. The Sprint brought V8 power to the Falcon, and it was offered for three years… more»
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Quiet Ride Survivor? 1967 Ford LTD
In 1965, Ford rolled out the LTD as an upscale version of the Galaxie 500. The advertising claimed the new car rode quieter than a Rolls-Royce. The concept was a huge success, prompting Chevrolet to bring out the Caprice… more»
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Stored 25 Years: 1967 Ford Mustang
In its second year, the Ford Mustang was the hottest-selling car of 1966. At 607,000 copies, production worked out to nearly 70 cars built every hour, 365 days a year. So, what do you do for an encore in… more»
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Dusty Blackbird: 1957 Ford Thunderbird Project
Sometimes I wonder how many waiting-to-be-awakened-and-restored two seater Thunderbirds are out there. Still squirreled away in a garage or a barn and gathering dust and cobwebs like this 1957 Baby ‘Bird. The seller, Kevin, gives us very little information… more»
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Cheap Shoebox: 1950 Ford Custom
Ford’s first post-war redesign was the Custom, introduced near the end of the turbulent forties decade. Its fresh, streamlined styling featured slab-sides and was considered somewhat radical for the period. However, as it aged, the car’s appearance was deemed… more»
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The Mystery Machine: 1963 Ford Econoline Van
Okay, I’ll admit it, as a kid I loved watching Scooby-Doo. The cartoon group of oddball friends was always getting into some crazy adventure trying to solve a mystery. My favorite character was the title cartoon Great Dane, of… more»
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Parts Car in the Rough: 1965 Ford Galaxie 500
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Chevrolet and Ford competed head-to-head in the full-size market. That meant buyers had to choose between cars like the Chevy Impala and Ford Galaxie (Chevy usually won the sales game). The seller has a… more»
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Not-So-Long Roof: 1962 Falcon Wagon
As the owner of a ‘62 Falcon Futura, I’ve encountered a range of opinions from car enthusiasts regarding the significance, or lack thereof, of Ford’s early ’60s compacts. That said, I think most of us would agree that this… more»
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Fastback Find: 1965 Ford Mustang C-Code
Today, the most desirable early Ford Mustang is probably the fastback. It wasn’t in the mix when the car debuted in the Spring of 1964 (1964 ½?), arriving in the Fall when the official 1965 model year began. The… more»
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429-Powered 1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1
I may be setting myself up to be chastised by more than a handful of Mustang enthusiasts, but based on looks- and I mean only looks- the 1971 through 1973 Mach 1 is probably my favorite of all the body… more»
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No Reserve Project: 1965 Ford Thunderbird Landau
Project or parts car? That is the question this 1965 Ford Thunderbird Landau raises. It was magnificent in its prime, but time hasn’t treated it kindly. The motor is missing, the interior is partially dismantled, and the listing images… more»
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No Reserve California Special: 1968 Ford Mustang GT/CS
The Ford Mustang California Special is one of those limited-edition models you either think is enormously cool or consider a bit of a poser. The package, which largely focused on cosmetic enhancements, could be optioned up into a muscle… more»
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Rear Ended: 1968 Ford Mustang
The insanely popular Ford Mustang was treated to its first restyle in 1967, which included enlarging the engine compartment for big blocks. Changes were few in 1968, with the 302 cubic inch V8 replacing the 289 mid-year. The seller… more»
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Was Smaller Better? 1963 Ford Fairlane 500
Ford came up with a new market segment in 1962: the intermediate, or mid-size. They felt there was a need for a car sandwiched between the compact Falcon and full-size Galaxie. They were right, as all the major competition… more»
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A Good Deal? 1973 Ford Pinto Squire Wagon
Is there such a thing as seeing too many Ford Pintos? I don’t think so, but I also like weird old motorcycles, vintage EVs, old pickups, vintage snowmobiles, and a lot of vehicles that not everyone likes. This 1973… more»
