Trucks

In the Same Family Since New: 1951 Chevrolet 3800 Project

This is my kind of pickup truck. I just love genuine, authentic, unpampered workhorse pickups who’s rust and bumps tell their story. And this one’s got a good story, but more on that later. This 1951 Chevrolet 3800 pickup… more»

Barn Find Hauler: 1980 Chevrolet Silverado Ramp Truck

I don’t believe there’s a more famous ramp truck for sale right now, at least not in terms of YouTube celebrities. The channel known as Vice Grip Garage, which many of us have followed since its inception, routinely brings… more»

Future Classic? 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

You may never have heard of a sleepy little company called Tesla, its shy CEO, or its latest product. Let’s fill in the blanks as this company is horrible at PR and is rarely if ever in the news…. more»

Never Paint Over Rust: 1956 Ford F-100

According to the internet, an arch nemesis is the constant foil who is always out to thwart our hero.  Batman had the Joker.  Superman had Lex Luthor.  He-Man had Skeletor.  For us car enthusiasts, our arch nemesis is rust. … more»

70k Original Miles: 1980 Chevrolet LUV Mikado 4×4

I have long admired small 4×4 Pickups. Admittedly, they don’t provide the load-carrying capacity or ground clearance of their larger brethren. However, their diminutive size allows them to access tight locations that can leave the opposition stranded. This 1980… more»

Moss Gold Cheyenne: 1976 Chevrolet K5 Blazer

While a Chevrolet K5 Blazer is already a desirable vehicle, there are certainly ways to make this mass production 4×4 into more of a standout. Of course, it comes down to options and colors, and this 1976 example has… more»

350-Equipped: 1961 Ford Econoline Pickup

One attraction of the custom scene is that it allows owners to be bold and daring. Some choose the safe path, while others consider more left-field alternatives. This 1961 Ford Econoline Pickup is a perfect example of that thinking…. more»

BF Auction: 1986 Dodge Ram W250 4×4

Finding a clean classic 4×4 pickup can be a real challenge. This Dodge W250 4×4 is a low-mileage survivor and is in excellent condition inside and out! After being garage-stored for most of its life, all the needed work… more»

Small-Block Chev Conversion: 1978 Jeep J10 Pickup

Chevrolet’s small-block V8 is a favorite candidate for transplant into all manner of classics. It is cheap and plentiful, and parts for many conversions are available off the shelf. However, this is the first time I have seen one… more»

No Rust? 1978 Subaru Brat DL 4×4

“Our 4 wheel drive Brat is even more fun than any other car on the road today. Or off the road for that matter. Just the flick of a lever inside the car will shift the Brat, even while… more»

23k Miles and Original Paint! 1977 Chevrolet c10 Pickup Truck

Wow. Here’s a solid-looking, low-mileage survivor from the Golden State that is in remarkable condition for a 47-year-old pickup truck. The seller is the second owner of this handsome square body Chevy and is, as he says, “sad to… more»

Solid Squire: 1970 Ford Ranchero Squire

“The all-new Ranchero Squire heads a longer, livelier, more luxurious line of 1970 Rancheros by Ford. Rancheros are now five inches longer and feature new styling from grille to tailgate. New longer wheelbase and wider track provide a smoother… more»

No Reserve: 1978 Ford F-250 4×4 Pickup

Some classics raise as many questions as they answer, and this 1978 Ford F250 4×4 Pickup is no exception. It presents exceptionally well, supporting the seller’s claim that it turns heads wherever it goes. It would take little money… more»

Biggest V8 Available? 1982 Ford F-100 XL

“The new ’82 Ford Pickups are here with advanced new technology combined with traditional tough Ford Truck value features and advantages. Features that have made Ford first in truck sales for the last five years.” So says a 1982… more»

From the Farm: 1955 Ford F-100 Panel Truck

I am going to write this whole article without mentioning the “P” word, though that descriptor is certainly applicable in this case. Listed here on eBay is a 1955 Ford F-100 panel truck, looking for a starting bid of… more»

Refresh or Refurbish: 1936 Ford Pickup Hot Rod

In the yin and yang of the automotive world, the salad days of old car restoration of the sixties through the eighties were met with an equal and opposing force in the form of hot rodding.  Thousands of old… more»