I’ll admit it, I like sixties’ vintage convertibles. Yeah, they’re usually noisy in top-up mode, frequently leak in heavy rain, and provide a bit of cowl shake, but I still appreciate their simplicity and lack of pretension. A perfect… more»
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Hot T-Bird: 1987 Ford Thunderbird
Sometimes, you just have to respect the build. It’s not always our cup of tea, or the type of vehicle we’d build for ourselves, but when someone clearly has a passion for a specific model, who are we to… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1960 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
Unfinished project builds often divide opinions, but that shouldn’t be the case with this 1960 Buick Electra 225 Convertible. The owner completed the exterior cosmetic restoration around 2000, and the fact that it still looks so impressive indicates the… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1980 Triumph TR8 Convertible
This 1980 Triumph TR8 Convertible has spent its life in a dry location, helping to keep it rust-free. It runs and drives well, and has a genuine 24,000 miles on the clock. A recent list of mechanical work ensures… more»
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Rocket Age Project: 1959 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88
One of the fun automotive eras that blossomed in the late fifties was jet-age styling, or space-age styling, which included features such as futuristic trim and pronounced tail fins. While the 1959 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 may not have had… more»
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Thermodyne Engine: 1966 Mack B53
Mack was founded by two brothers in 1900 to make buses; its first truck was delivered a few years later under the “Manhattan” logo. By 1910, the company had adopted the Mack name, but the idea for its mascot… more»
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Former NHRA Champ: 1967 Mercury Comet Voyager
Are you familiar with the 1967 Mercury Comet Voyager? I wasn’t, but it turns out it was a one-year plain mid-size wagon that was a step down from the Villager with its faux woodgrain paneling. Fewer than 5,000 copies… more»
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BF Auction: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
A classic doesn’t necessarily need to be rare, exotic, or brutally fast to be enjoyable. Sometimes you just want a big V8, air conditioning, power steering, plenty of chrome, and a cabin that feels like the designers drew inspiration… more»
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Former Fuelie: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
The Chevrolet Corvette received a long-awaited redesign in 1963 and – with it – a new body style was offered: the Coupe. It came with a split-window arrangement in the back that proved to be a one-year-only deal as… more»
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Buick V6 Surprise: 1979 Chevrolet Chevette
A 1979 Chevrolet Chevette probably isn’t the first car that comes to mind when someone mentions a hot rod, and that’s exactly what makes this one interesting. Listed on craigslist in Newberg for $5,500, this little rear-wheel-drive hatchback has… more»
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Roller Project or Parts: 1970 Chrysler 300
The Chrysler 300 Letter Series was perhaps the first U.S. muscle car, arriving less than a decade before the Pontiac GTO. Chrysler added the 300 Sport Series in 1962 with less power and more doors to widen the appeal… more»
BF Classified: 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Four-Seater
Few brands have stayed as true to their heritage as Morgan has. Their Plus 4 model was produced off and on from 1950 until 2020, when they introduced their new CX platform. The Plus 4 kept the same basic… more»
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63K Original Miles: 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier
Well, this could be a BF first, a review of a 1992 Chevrolet Cavalier. I know, I know, some of you are asking why. Two reasons: one, this Chevy is 34 years old, and cars have changed dramatically in… more»
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BF Auction: 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL
Back in 2020, this 1989 Mercedes 560SL was found in the original owner’s garage, where it had been parked for over a decade. The seller, a 30-year Mercedes-Benz technician who says this is the 25th R107 SL he has… more»
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Low-Mile 4×4: 1991 Chevrolet V3500
There’s something appealing about finding an older pickup that hasn’t accumulated a lifetime’s worth of miles, and this 1991 Chevrolet V3500 certainly fits that description. Listed on eBay by a private seller, this blue 4×4 shows just 28,890 miles… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1948 Crosley CC Four
There are numerous factors to take into consideration regarding what could be considered a good deal in the vintage auto market, and if having a large footprint isn’t high on your list, this 1948 Crosley CC Four might be… more»
