Oliver’s history stretches back to 1857, when it sold plows made from chilled metal, which resisted abrasion and lasted longer. In time, manufacturers began attaching implements to the new-fangled tractor, boosting sales of both products. Oliver expanded its repertoire… more»
Running V8 Project: 1958 Ford Fairlane
Named in honor of Henry Ford’s Michigan estate, the Fairlane was a staple in the Ford lineup from 1955 to 1970. At first, it was the top model, but the Galaxie took over those honors in 1959. The seller… more»
Running Red Hauler: 1948 Ford F-5 Flatbed
When Ford introduced the F-Series line of trucks in 1948, they were founding an institution that has shown no signs of letting up. Of course, the King Ranch you can buy off the lot today has little in common… more»
82k Documented Miles: 1986 Toyota Xtracab 4×4 Pickup
If any vehicle cemented Toyota’s reputation for reliability and dependability, it is its Pickup range. A global sales success, these classics have served with distinction in both domestic and defence roles. This 1986 Xtracab 4×4 is a genuine survivor… more»
Needs TLC: 1985 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
For some reason, I rarely think of a Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham from the 1980s as a car that needs work. I just assume that they’ve been taken care of, maintained, loved, washed, kept in a garage, etc. This is… more»
Running 4-Speed Project: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
As with most projects, this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has both pros and cons to consider, one of the former being that the engine and transmission are still factory components. It’s also currently running, and it’s a convertible, so I’m… more»
Cheap V8 Project: 1968 Ford Torino GT
It is often said that we only get what we pay for, a fact perfectly demonstrated by this 1968 Ford Torino GT. The seller’s price looks dirt-cheap, but the buyer faces a mountain of work before it returns to… more»
13k Original Miles? 1984 Buick Electra Park Avenue
Mileage claims are sometimes a minefield. The reality is that in the absence of documentary evidence, they must be taken at face value. Such is the case with this 1984 Buick Electra Park Avenue. It presents well as a… more»
Recent Restoration: 1966 Arctic Cat 140D
Even though this 1966 Arctic Cat 140D appears to be hidden away in storage – and with it weighing 380 pounds, I’m guessing some sort of forklift was used to get it up there – it’s also shown in… more»
No Reserve: 1978 Ford F250 Ranger Lariat
When a seller places a classic on the market, and it attracts thirty-three bids in under two days, you can be sure that the vehicle has struck a sweet spot with potential buyers. Such is the case with this… more»
World’s Most Dangerous Toy? 1960s Hop Rod Gas-Powered Pogo Stick
Who knew that a Wichita, Kansas company made such wacky toys? Chance Manufacturing out of Wichita came up with what has been called the world’s most dangerous toy, the Hop Rod, and they were reportedly made in 1960 and… more»
14K-Mile One-Family-Owned 1984 Cadillac Seville
Low-mile vehicles always get a major stink-eye from a lot of readers and commenters. Maybe because after decades of reading used car ads and dealing with used car salespeople, it’s sometimes hard to believe such claims. Then again, every… more»
Older Restoration: 1959 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88
The 88 (or Eighty-Eight) was one of Oldsmobile’s longest-running nameplates. 88 badges appeared on Oldsmobiles between 1949 and 1999. The Dynamic was one of many sub-names used during this time, like this futuristic-looking “Sceni-Coupe” from 1959. An older restoration,… more»




















