BF Auction: No Reserve 1949 Ford F5 School Bus

In Shakespeare’s comedy As You Like It (hear me out), a character named Jaques performs a famous monologue about the seven “acts” of a man’s life, one of them being “a whining schoolboy…creeping like snail unwillingly to school.” Maybe times… more»

Red on Red RS: 1991 Chevrolet Camaro

You can joke all you want about Chevrolet Camaros and Pontiac Firebirds that aren’t the preferred enthusiast spec being hairdresser cars, as if the only way to buy a Camaro like this is with a manual gearbox and firm… more»

Upholstery Shop Find: 1973 BMW 2002 Tii

Upholstery shops are hidden gems of potential project car surprises. Both of the shops I patronized back in Rhode Island had a variety of gems hidden on the property, both belonging to the proprietor and to customers who had… more»

348 Tri-Power: 1958 Chevrolet Impala

There are many things to like about this 1958 Chevrolet Impala. Some will be drawn to its stunning exterior, complete with the iconic Continental Kit. Others will find the spotless interior irresistible. However, I suspect that many will consider… more»

Beautiful Barge: 1979 Cadillac Coupe DeVille

The “deVille” name cycled onto Cadillac’s flanks over more than eight decades, first as a Coupe deVille in the late 1940s, then as a standalone model in 1959. A montage of deVilles through the ages would perfectly capture our… more»

Original 454: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette

If this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette is an accurate guide, the supply of desirable classics waiting to emerge from barns and sheds has far from dried up. This survivor recently returned to active service after four decades in storage and… more»

400/4-Speed: 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 Convertible

If long-term ownership sits high on your list of priorities when searching for a classic to park in your driveway, this 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 Convertible deserves a close look. The seller has been its custodian for fifty years,… more»

Original Paint? 1954 Ford Crestline Victoria

Some cars just don’t get the credit that I think they deserve, and one generation of American sedans that fits neatly into that category is the 1952 to 1954 Ford. Sandwiched between the “shoebox” Ford and the neat 1955-1956… more»

Last Collectible Bargain?: 1962 Corvair Monza Coupe

Is the Chevrolet Corvair the last undervalued collectible? In an era when every rusty, used-up beater coming out of a barn or garage is demanding $10K, and often getting it, Corvairs like the 1962 Monza Coupe given us by… more»

454-Equipped: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Yenko Tribute

Just as Carroll Shelby’s name will forever be linked with the Ford Mustang, the same is true of Don Yenko and the Chevrolet Camaro. Yenko identified a niche market for potential Camaro buyers seeking performance beyond what was available… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Dodge Charger R/T

No Reserve. They are two words that are guaranteed to draw the attention of enthusiasts seeking a classic to park in their garage. They signify that once the auction process ends, the highest bidder is guaranteed to become that… more»

Race Developed: 1975 Yamaha RD350 Cafe Racer

Yamaha’s naming system can be a head-scratcher at times. I’m a big Yamaha fan, have owned a couple of them since the 1970s, and have books about Yamahas, but I don’t even know what some of the initials refer… more»

400 V8 Transplant: 1968 Dodge D200 Sweptline

I’m not a person who names my vehicles, but if I were and I owned this 1968 Dodge D200, it might be named Big Red. That isn’t too creative, but it seems to fit for a 3/4-ton pickup with… more»

11K-Mile Time Capsule! 1986 Isuzu P’up

The seller of this 1986 Isuzu P’up pickup (is that redundant?) lists the mileage as being 11,867, and that’s amazing for a vehicle that’s almost 40 years old now. Please check out the very limited photos the seller has… more»

Drive Or Restore? 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass

While the Cutlass went on to be one of the most successful GM intermediates during the seventies, it started out as an entry-level compact in the Oldsmobile lineup, though it still offered a sporty appearance and some great-looking lines… more»

1-of-1 R-Code: 1969 Ford Torino Cobra 428 CJ

According to the Marti report, this 1969 Ford Torino Cobra checked so many great boxes when new that it ended up being a one-of-one example, and I’m sure there’s going to be competition among blue oval fans for the… more»

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