While perusing one of our local junkyards the other day, something strange caught our eye. The alloy rims and body kit told us that this wasn’t just any old Ford . Closer inspection revealed that this humble Contour had… more»
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Roadside Find: 1966 Ford Mustang
While out doing errands the other day, I spotted this nice ’66 Mustang sitting in a grocery store parking lot. It’s not perfect, but looks like it could be a fund driver. It’s powered by the base 289 V8… more»
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Piles Of Parts: 1966 Mustang Coupe
The seller’s choice for the first photo in their ad seems rather strange, as it’s just a pile of parts. There’s actually a lot more here than just a random pile of Mustang parts. The auction, here on eBay… more»
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Real Steel: 1932 Ford Vicky
It’s getting harder and harder to find original classic vehicles. It’s even more difficult to find “blue chip” original cars. When you do, they command such a premium that they are out of reach for the average collector. Such… more»
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Burnt Quadravan: 1986 Ford E-Series 4×4
As much as I love my Toyota HiAce project and want to see it camping beneath the moon and the stars, there’s one drawback that gives me pause: it’s rear wheel drive. Now, I prefer RWD, but since the… more»
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31 Vintage Southern California Cars and Trucks
Santa Barbara, California has suffered heart-breaking devastation from fires and mud slides. After nearly losing these vehicles to fire, the seller has listed them for sale here on Santa Barbara craigslist. Thanks to Mountainwoodie who suggested we cover this… more»
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Cheap Winter Car? 1991 Ford Tempo AWD
If you like your winter vehicles to be a little (lot) on the unusual side, it doesn’t get much more unusual than this 1991 Ford Tempo AWD. As the $2,400 or offer price reinforces, just because a vehicle is… more»
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Hello, 1980s! 1976 Ford F-250 Ranger Highboy
Finding a survivor vehicle in all-original condition is very cool, and I love everything about them. However, survivors from a period in time are just as cool! This 1976 F-250 is equipped with the basics of customization for 4×4… more»
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6,000 Original Miles: 1955 Ford F250
The picture alone makes this 1955 Ford F-250 an intriguing find, but then you read the description: 6,000 original miles, parked by the only owner’s son in a barn somewhere near Louisburg, Kansas. The seller claims this truck is… more»
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Special Vehicle Operations: 1986 Ford Mustang SVO
In 1986, the venerable Fox platform Mustang was in its 7th year of production, and Ford’s Special Vehicle Operations Department had done some reengineering on the Mustang. Produced from 1984 to 1986, the Ford Mustang SVO was one of the… more»
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The Right Attitude: 1972 Ford Maverick
“For those who wanted a Pinto but lacked the desire to have their bodies be found on the side of the road partially combusted.” So begins the cheekily affectionate ad copy for this Rodney Dangerfield of a 1972 Ford… more»
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30 Years In A Barn: 1969 Fairlane 500 SportsRoof
I wish there weren’t a sad story to go along with this car, but the truth is that the widow of the gentleman that rescued it from an Alabama barn after thirty years of storage is going to sell… more»
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Survivor! 1970 Boss 302 Mustang
Unlike the recent “low mileage” car that so many commenters panned, this 1970 Boss 302 Mustang looks like it’s been well taken care of. Of course, the price goes along with the condition. It’s listed for auction here on eBay at no… more»
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Only 4,200 Miles! 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302
Mustang built the Boss 302 Mustang as a road-racer, but the high-strung 302 cid V8 made a potent drag-racing machine as well. This particular 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 went the latter route, accumulating a measly 4200 miles in… more»
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Genuine Wood: 1963 Ford Galaxie Country Sedan
Cars with great style and looks are always a joy to check out, but one thing that can really separate a car from many is it’s past. With a colorful history as a dragster hauler, this 1963 Country Sedan… more»
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Quilted Classic! 1970 Ford Torino GT Cobra 429
Often we feature cars that present an honest, story-telling patina (the most overused automotive word of the past five years?) that some owners choose to preserve as part of the car’s unique history. Whether you appreciate patina or not,… more»
