In earlier articles, I discussed whether the featured classic should be preserved or restored, and that question applies to this 1966 Chevrolet Nova. It features its numbers-matching 283ci V8 and wears its original paint. It presents well as a… more»
$35K Already Invested: 1963 Corvair Spyder
It’s not every day you stumble across a classic drop-top that has already taken home a trophy from a judged car show, and this unique project is ready for its next chapter. Offered at an asking price of $12,000,… more»
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Rare Microcar: 1959 Piaggio Vespa 400
When people think of post-war Italian Microcars, the Fiat 500 often comes to mind first. However, Piaggio produced the Vespa 400 from 1957 to 1951, but political pressure meant that, although the company and design were Italian, the Vespa… more»
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Some Assembly Required: 1973 Dodge Charger SE 440
The Dodge Charger’s best sales year was not 1968, as most people might think (92,590 units). Instead, it was midway through the third generation in 1973 (119,318). Something in the minor restyling must have struck a positive chord, because… more»
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Luxury Muscle Car: 1973 Pontiac Grand Am
UPDATE: 10/19/2026: You don’t often get an alternative purchase option when searching for a classic, but that is the case with this 1973 Pontiac Grand Am. It remains listed on Craigslist, as mentioned below, and the price is unchanged…. more»
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Lazy Boy Comfort: 1985 Oldsmobile 98 Brougham
Generally, most of what we cover here on BF are old cars, but what defines an “old” ride? At first blush, I have a tough time classifying a 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency Brougham as an “old” car. But wait… more»
One Year Only: 1956 DeSoto Firedome Seville
Though Cadillac would get a lot of mileage out of the Seville name, Chrysler used it in 1956 as an upscale version of the DeSoto Firedome, and it came with a Hemi V8. The “Forward Look” Chryslers were in… more»
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35k-Mile One Owner: 1982 Chevrolet Chevette
The Chevrolet Chevette replaced the Vega on the company’s subcompact roster in 1976 (though the Vega would continue through 1977). By comparison, the Chevette was boring compared to the Vega, which had become controversial because of premature rust and… more»
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1 of 669: 1964 Rambler Classic 770
In 1963, American Motors impressed the powers-that-be at Motor Trend so much that they named the all-new Rambler Classics and Ambassadors “Car of the Year.” The overall execution improved significantly over the 1962 models, including the use of curved side glass…. more»
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Inexpensive Project: 1957 LaDawri Conquest
It’s hard to believe that under this swoopy Fiberglass body lies a humble Henry J chassis, but that’s how LaDawri sold kits in the late 1950s. This particular project is listed for sale here on Facebook Marketplace for only… more»
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Stored 25 Years: 1967 Ford Mustang
In its second year, the Ford Mustang was the hottest-selling car of 1966. At 607,000 copies, production worked out to nearly 70 cars built every hour, 365 days a year. So, what do you do for an encore in… more»
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Rare 3-Speed Roller: 1971 Dodge Super Bee
The Super Bee was Dodge’s corporate response to the Plymouth Road Runner. Launched in 1968, it was based on the mid-size Coronet. But it had a shorter life than its Plymouth’s cousin, being on the roster for only four… more»
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Dusty Blackbird: 1957 Ford Thunderbird Project
Sometimes I wonder how many waiting-to-be-awakened-and-restored two seater Thunderbirds are out there. Still squirreled away in a garage or a barn and gathering dust and cobwebs like this 1957 Baby ‘Bird. The seller, Kevin, gives us very little information… more»
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Cheap Shoebox: 1950 Ford Custom
Ford’s first post-war redesign was the Custom, introduced near the end of the turbulent forties decade. Its fresh, streamlined styling featured slab-sides and was considered somewhat radical for the period. However, as it aged, the car’s appearance was deemed… more»
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Funky Project: 1964 DKW F11
Weary of your Wartburg? Tired of your Trabant? If you’re ready to divorce your current two-stroke, we have another option: this 1964 DKW F11 is in restoration-ready condition, with an engine that turns and most of its parts still… more»
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Extremely Clean: 1969 Mercury Cougar
Some classics deserve respect not because they perform exceptionally, but because they have survived in impressive condition. This 1969 Mercury Cougar perfectly demonstrates that trait. It isn’t the most powerful version the company offered, but its condition should receive… more»
