Ford

Refurbished Survivor! 1966 Ford Bronco

Practical mechanical upgrades like power steering and power brakes plus a 2.5 inch lift have this 1966 Ford Bronco ready for a new owner and a new life. Ford called this enclosed cab version the “Sports Utility,” “Sport Utility,”… more»

Hard Earned Patina: 1972 Ford F-100 4WD

One of the more pleasing trends in this hobby has been the increased interest in fifth and sixth-generation F-series Ford trucks.  Sometimes overshadowed by the handsome Chevrolet and GMC offerings of that era, these handsome trucks are purposefully styled,… more»

Restorable Field Find: 1966 Ford Mustang

In 1966, the Ford Mustang was the hottest thing going since sliced bread. After debuting in mid-1964, the new pony car sold nearly 1.3 million copies in 2.5 years (that’s crazy, man!). I owned a ’66 Mustang with a… more»

Supercharged Fox Body: 1990 Ford Mustang LX

Based on appearance alone, this is one tidy 1990 Ford Mustang LX all the way around, with the cleanliness factor by itself enough to pique some interest in this Fox body.  But maybe that bulging hood and those outside… more»

Short Wheelbase V8: 1995 Ford F-150

Bullnose, brick nose, aero nose: which F150 generation is your favorite? There’s really no wrong answe, as every era seems to be a bit of an item these days. These trucks went from being used-up workhorses to sought-after collectibles… more»

Original Paint! 1957 Ford Fairlane Skyliner

Always looking to one-up each other, Ford, GM, and Chrysler were all working overtime in the gadget-conscious 1950s (and since I suppose). One of Ford’s more interesting engineering feats and marketing ploys was the retractable headliner, dubbed the Skyliner,… more»

Worth Rescuing? 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible

Early Mustangs remain a great jumping-off point into the old car hobby. Parts, new, reproduced, or used, are everywhere, and thus relatively inexpensive. Cars themselves are found all over the place, and so something like this 1967 Convertible, seen… more»

SSP Notchback: 1986 Ford Mustang LX

One of my favorite domestic muscle cars is a Fox body Ford Mustang with the Special Services Package, or SSP. It’s seriously cool for just being a police car that could be ordered with a 5-speed manual, but doubly… more»

Rust-Free 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport

By 1972, Ford offered buyers of the third-generation Torino three different models: the Torino, Gran Torino, and the Gran Torino Sport as seen here. The biggest change is the grille, instantly recalling memories of the TV show Starsky &… more»

Nicest One Left? 1962 Ford Falcon Deluxe Wagon

When Ford introduced the Falcon in 1960, there were only two other U.S.-built compact cars on the market. And since both (Rambler American and Studebaker Lark) were products of independent auto manufacturers, the Falcon shot right to the top… more»

FBI Cruiser: 2009 Ford Crown Victoria Police Package

One of my bucket list cars to own has always been some sort of ex-government vehicle with a police package, a desire that dates back to at least 40 years ago when our hometown law enforcement precinct used to… more»

Upgraded V8: 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback

This 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback started life as meek and mild family transport, but a previous owner transformed it into something significantly more muscular. It involved body modifications and an engine upgrade, but it has fallen on hard times…. more»

1 Of 2: 1963 Ford Thunderbird Italien Fastback Concept

If you’ve been in the market for a rare or unusual Ford Thunderbird to take on as a project, this one will satisfy both objectives as it’s only the second and final example ever produced.  What we’re seeing here… more»

Hook up the Trailer! 1979 Ford F-350 Custom 4×4

Walking into a showroom and driving away in a vehicle ideal for towing or off-road adventures is irresistible for some, and such vehicles provide all the bells and whistles to make such undertakings enjoyable and comfortable. However, that approach… more»

Cheap GT? 1979 Ford Ranchero GT

Although the Dark Cordovan Metallic (i.e., brown) paint, gold stripes, and GT decals are faded and worn off in quite a few spots, the body of this 1979 Ford Ranchero GT looks surprisingly solid and they say that it… more»

Grandma’s Car: 1972 Ford Grand Torino

Ford introduced the Torino in 1968 as the high-end of the mid-size Fairlane line-up. By 1971, the nameplate replaced the Fairlane altogether. This 1972 edition is the Gran Torino, a premium edition. It was passed along from the seller’s… more»

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