The automotive world is fascinating, and many knowledgeable people have written millions of words on manufacturers’ various design, engineering, and marketing approaches. Some of their creations become instant classics, while others are considered cheap and reliable daily transport. This… more»
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Sep 2, 2023 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Original 428: 1967 Ford Thunderbird
Walking into a dealership and buying a car off the showroom floor is a wonderful experience. However, ordering one tailored to your taste happens once in a lifetime for a fortunate few. The original owner followed that path with… more»
Sep 1, 2023 • Auctions • 11 Comments
BF Auction: 1952 Ford F1 Ratrod
I have been involved in the classic scene for decades, but I regret that I spent too many years failing to understand or appreciate Ratrods. My attitude has changed as I realize that what makes these classics unique is… more»
Sep 1, 2023 • For Sale • 53 Comments
Former V8 Car: 1965 Ford Falcon Sprint
The Falcon Sprint was introduced in mid-1963 as a sporty compact with bucket seats and a V8 engine. That gave the little car more guts when needed for a hasty getaway. But the Sprint was outflanked in 1965 by… more»
Aug 31, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Doodlebug! 1951 Ford with Mopar 318 Magnum V8
Take random car parts, American ingenuity, and a case of Old Milwaukee, and you might end up with something like this… a Doodlebug! This custom creation features the front suspension from a 1940s Ford truck, a V8 from a… more»
Aug 31, 2023 • For Sale • 44 Comments
Beak Bird: 1971 Ford Thunderbird Landau Coupe
In the late 1960s, my father bought a dark blue Jaguar XKE 2+2. He was a doctor, and the Jag loved to break. This was not a good combination. One day the Jag dropped a part on the road… more»
Aug 29, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1970 Mustang SportsRoof Boss 302 Tribute
Is this cloning: stickering up a car in a way that it names a model designation but isn’t the same as an original model? Is it creating a tribute? Or does any such effort need to pass some kind… more»
Aug 29, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Fresh Paint: 1988 Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
Ah, turbocharged Ford products: a curious subset of domestic performance vehicles that doesn’t seem to get much love from enthusiasts. There’s obviously a subset of gearheads who know and love these boosted blue oval products, but it’s a small… more»
Aug 28, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Recently Refurbished: 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 302
There is an adage that says that racing improves the breed. It is probably less relevant in this modern era of “cookie cutter” motorsport categories, but it perfectly reflects the approach of some manufacturers during the 1960s and 1970s…. more»
Aug 28, 2023 • Auctions • 32 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1976 Ford XB Falcon 8-Seat Station Wagon
With the demise of the vehicle manufacturing industry, Australian buyers constantly seek locally produced models from Ford, Holden, and Chrysler to park in their garages. These represent an appreciating asset, and many are extraordinarily practical. That is the case… more»
Aug 28, 2023 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Rare Factory V8: 1963 Ford Falcon Ranchero
Trends for many offerings with a bed on the back seem to have gone toward an increase in size over the past few years, or at least not a smaller footprint in most cases, but back in 1960 when… more»
Aug 27, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Big Brown Brontosaurus: 1977 Ford LTD Country Squire Wagon
In the business world, when you suddenly find yourself with a tangible advantage over your chief rival, you jump on it and milk it for all it is worth. That’s what happened to Ford in 1977. With the downsizing… more»
Aug 27, 2023 • For Sale • 29 Comments
24k-Mile Cream Puff: 1984 Ford LTD Crown Victoria 2-Door
I was at a car show in Pennsylvania recently and spotted a gorgeously restored 1955 Ford Fairlane Crown Victoria in Tropical Rose and Snowshoe White. It was the first year for the Crown Victoria and with its lower silhouette,… more»
Aug 27, 2023 • Classifieds • 15 Comments
Harley Davidson Edition: 2005 Ford F-150 Crew Cab
The Harley-Davidson edition Ford F150s were good-looking trucks when first introduced. Despite having a somewhat lukewarm response at first, the enthusiast market has warmed to these special edition models despite being a largely cosmetic upgrade package. This 2005 example… more»
Aug 27, 2023 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Super Nice SSP! 1990 Ford Mustang LX
In the early 1980s, law enforcement officials consulted with Ford about building a lightweight police car package that would be nimbler than the big sedans they were using. These would supplement what they had, not replace them. As a… more»
Aug 27, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Being Flipped? 1969 Ford Galaxie XL GT 429
UPDATE 08/27/2023: We’ve seen a few classics that have appeared to sell, only for the owner to fall victim to a non-paying buyer. However, that might not be the case with this 1969 Ford Galaxie XL GT. It sold… more»
