While Harry And The Hendersons may not have risen to the same popularity level as the other ’80s movie that prominently features a Ford station wagon, it does have a devoted fanbase, and the Country Squire is memorable as… more»
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Apr 14, 2025 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Unfinished Project: 1955 Chevrolet Handyman Wagon
It’s a fact that not everybody has the time, funds, and especially the patience required to complete an automotive project. All three seem to be running out for the seller of this 1955 Chevrolet Handyman Wagon, who recently purchased… more»
Apr 13, 2025 • For Sale • 11 Comments
390-Powered Woodie Wagon: 1969 Ford Torino Squire
Big news awaited Ford Fairlane buyers in 1968, as not only did the intermediate get a complete redesign, but a new and more upscale offering was also added to the lineup, known as the Torino. The higher luxury moniker… more»
Mar 27, 2025 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Three-Row Survivor: 1972 Mercury Monterey Station Wagon
It’s getting harder to find autos past the half-century mark that have been in the same family since their year of production, and when the history and maintenance can be traced back this far, I can understand how a… more»
Mar 23, 2025 • For Sale • 25 Comments
No Taxi Here! 1969 Checker Marathon Station Wagon
When Barn Finds reader Ted sent us the tip on this 1969 Checker Marathon Station Wagon, he mentioned not remembering ever seeing one before, and I’m not sure I have either, at least not in person. While the company… more»
Mar 16, 2025 • For Sale • 27 Comments
440 Power Plus Room For Eight: 1966 Chrysler Town & Country
With the popularity of station wagons seemingly on the rise in the mid-sixties, it’s a bit surprising that Chrysler only had a single offering for its 1966 lineup. However, it proved to be a good one, as the 1966… more»
Feb 23, 2025 • For Sale • 24 Comments
442 Inspired Muscle Wagon: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Before the minivan took the world by storm in the mid-eighties, station wagons were still the hot commodity during the previous decade for transporting large families, whether across town or cross-country. While these were a practical choice, most weren’t… more»
Feb 19, 2025 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Wally World Or Bust! 1969 Ford Galaxie Country Sedan
The seller of this 1969 Ford Galaxie Country Sedan Station Wagon says he will “do” one car per year, and if this one’s any indication of his past work, I believe he means turning autos into something catchy rather… more»
Feb 8, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Junkyard Find: 1954 Chrysler New Yorker Town & Country Wagon
The 1954 Chrysler New Yorker Town & Country is one of those wagons that seemed to get everything just right, offering a high level of luxury for passenger comfort plus a powerful V8 under the hood for the driver… more»
Feb 3, 2025 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Well Maintained Woodie Wagon: 1959 Ford Country Squire
Although I’ve never owned a station wagon, going back to the days when these were such popular people movers, I couldn’t imagine buying one without the woodgrain appearance on the body. Ford must have understood that others felt the… more»
Dec 23, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Real Barn Find: 1967 Chevrolet Impala Station Wagon
The Chevrolet Impala was one of the more popular family cars during the period this one was produced, and going with the wagon was a smart choice if you had lots of kids. However, this 1967 Chevrolet Impala Station… more»
Nov 15, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Glass Galore! 1965 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser Station Wagon
When it comes to station wagons that offer enjoyment for the entire family no matter where they’re sitting, the Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser with its elevated roof and skylights certainly deserves a shout-out for including the rear occupants as part… more»
Oct 26, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
No Reserve Woody Wagon: 1987 Pontiac Safari
Anytime an auto is given a proper name, it’s a good indicator that the owner feels a very special bond, with this being more like part of the family instead of just another car. With that being said, meet… more»
Oct 25, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Upgraded Performance: 1979 Dodge Aspen Station Wagon
The 1979 Dodge Aspen wagon could be had with 3 different size engines, such as the old-faithful Slant Six, or a pair of V8s were also available, including the 318 or 360 varieties. Although this one was born with… more»
Oct 17, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Cheap One-Year-Only Wagon: 1977 Ford LTD II Squire
Looking back to 1977, it’s hard to fathom that Ford’s new LTD II was considered an intermediate-size offering. Just as a massive downsizing program was taking effect at General Motors, Ford introduced their LTD II in 1977, with the… more»
Sep 28, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
3 Row Woody Wagon: 1976 Buick Estate
Others came close, but the 1975-76 Buick Estate seems to have won the award for the longest station wagon ever, measuring in at an impressive length of nearly 232 inches before the GM downsizing program chopped almost an entire… more»
