As a lifelong resident of the Great Lake State of Michigan, I’ve had access to some of the greatest museums in America, including the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn. When I was a teenager, I recall looking into the… more»
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Large And In Charge: 1968 Buick Electra 225 Drop Top
This! When I refer to an outsized car as a “Whammer-jammer”, an Electra 225, such as this 1968 example, is what I have in mind! At 224.9″ in length and tipping the scales at 4,400 lbs., this Buick is… more»
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Charred 1971 Jaguar E-Type Coupe
While there’s a long list of vintage Jaguars that could be considered British royalty, the E-Type is one of those that easily falls into the iconic category, offering a stunning appearance and great performance in one exceptional package. It’s… more»
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BF Auctions: One-Family-Owned 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix
The first-generation Pontiac Grand Prix helped define the personal luxury performance segment in the early 1960s, and this 1963 example represents a particularly special piece of that history. Offered as a Barn Finds auction in West Palm Beach, Florida,… more»
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BF Auctions: 1969 Triumph Bonneville
This 1969 Triumph Bonneville comes to us from Lindstrom, Minnesota, and it’s the kind of honest, time-capsule motorcycle that doesn’t show up very often anymore. According to the seller, this Bonneville was last registered in 1981 and has been… more»
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Black Plate Barn Find: 1934 Jaguar SS1
The Jaguar SS1 stands as a reminder of how impressive the company’s trajectory must have looked back in the 1930s. Designed by William Lyons, whose achievements in the automotive industry are too numerous to list here, the SS1 represents… more»
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Bought from Original Owner: 1987 Buick Regal Turbo-T
We really don’t build sleepers anymore, do we? It seems the very idea of a vehicle that doesn’t scream in your face what it’s capable of goes against the current grain of society. Nowadays, if you’re a social media… more»
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Bargain Project? 1991 Acura NSX
We don’t often see sellers of exotic or high-end sports cars post reasonable prices when the vehicle in question has some needs. Usually, you get slapped with hyperbole about what an opportunity it is, or how a few thousand… more»
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The First Supercar: 1969 Lamborghini Miura
Many of us recognize this unique shape instantly, however few will ever have a chance to own one…since there were only a few hundred ever made…but we can still look and appreciate it, right? We wouldn’t normally mention a… more»
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Open To Offers: 1972 AMC Javelin SST 360
I’ve often wondered what AMC might have achieved with access to a budget similar to those enjoyed by “The Big Three.” It produced interesting cars on a shoestring, including this 1972 Javelin SST. This classic needs a little work,… more»
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Affordable 5-Speed: 1981 Lancia Beta Coupe
Hiding in this garage is a vehicle that could be ideal for enthusiasts seeking a small Italian classic. This 1981 Lancia Beta Coupe might not be a fire-breathing beast, but it has avoided the rust issues that often plague… more»
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Done Right! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Townsman
Well, this is probably the 4,317th 1957 Chevrolet that we’ve covered here on BF, and one may ask, “Why another?” Good question! My reason for reviewing this 69-year-old resident of Lexington, Kentucky, is its beautiful and super-clean condition. It… more»
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Nice Driver! 1968 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Custom Holiday Coupe
In a robust display of marketing audacity, Oldsmobile conferred multiple labels on each of its cars through the 1960s. Consider the 1968 Oldsmobile 88: it could be a Delmont, a Delta, or a Delta Custom. On top of all… more»
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Original 454/4-Speed: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Some classics are created more equal than others. Therefore, if your heart’s desire is a car with outstanding performance, this 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is worth more than a passing glance. It presents exceptionally well, but lifting the hood reveals… more»
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86k Original Miles: 1994 Mercury Capri
Timing can be critical in the automotive world. Getting it right maximizes the chances of sales success. Get it wrong, and the chances greatly increase that a company’s latest offering will be a motoring also-ran. Such is the case… more»
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Pepsi Promotion Survivor: 1960 Willys Surrey Gala
The Willys Surrey Gala already occupies a strange and colorful corner of American automotive history, but this 1960 example takes that novelty several steps further. Listed here on eBay, this is a genuine Pepsi-Cola promotional Willys Surrey Gala, described… more»
