Trucks

Hallmark Camper Adorned 1982 Ford Bronco XLT Lariat 4WD!

Here’s a case where the topper may be more special than the truck it’s on, or at least that’s what the seller of this 1982 Ford Bronco XLT Lariat was thinking a couple of years ago when he bought… more»

Practical Custom: 1962 Chevrolet C-10 Pickup

One of the dangers of pursuing a custom build is that the finished product is not as practical as its creator intended. That is not the case with this 1962 Chevrolet C-10 Pickup. Its exterior only hints at the… more»

Rare Muscle Truck: 1971 Ford Ranchero GT 429 CJ

Oh for the days long ago when one could buy a very functional car/truck like this 1971 Ford Ranchero GT and max it out with cool options. I’ve often hoped for the return of the Ranchero/Camino and thought maybe… more»

Make An Offer: 1952 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

The seller of this 1952 Chevrolet 3100 has owned it for the past 47 years, but some 30 years ago, it stopped running so they parked it. Fast forward to today and it’s still sitting, waiting for someone to… more»

BF Auction: 1941 Chevrolet Fire Pumper

There would be millions of people in the world who harbored childhood dreams of becoming a firefighter, but fate decreed that wouldn’t happen. The passion doesn’t die in the hearts of many, and they look longingly every time a… more»

4WD Fun: 1979 Dodge Power Wagon

This 1979 Dodge Power Wagon has not been tucked away in a garage its whole life. It has been used for its intended purpose. Located in Redmond, Oregon, this W150 short wheelbase step side Dodge truck is listed here… more»

Fresh Outta the Barn: 1946 Chevrolet Pickup

Chevrolet introduced its AK pickup in 1941 as an update to the ’39-’40 Master series, produced it for a couple of years, then turned to supporting the war effort. In 1945, civilian production resumed, but with painted trim rather… more»

One-Of-A-Kind! 1961 Ford Ranchero Rat Rod

When Ford introduced its new compact (the Falcon) in 1960, they shifted the Ranchero utility coupe to that smaller platform. And the Ranchero would remain a Falcon derivative through 1965. The seller (or a predecessor) took a well-used ’61… more»

Custom Conversion! 2009 Dodge Charger Hemi Muscle Truck

In the world of custom auto creations, some attempts seem to come out better than others, and in the case of this 2009 Dodge Charger made into a truck, the results are sort of middle-of-the-road in my humble opinion. … more»

No Reserve: 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS 396

I possess an unashamed soft spot for vehicles like the Chevrolet El Camino and Ford Ranchero. My daily driver is an Aussie Falcon ute, and I can vouch for how practical these vehicles are. They offer the load-carrying capacity… more»

Barn Find Ute: 1968 Chevrolet El Camino

For much of its life, the Chevy El Camino was a utility coupe (aka “Ute”) derivative of the mid-size Chevelle. After a brief full-size run in 1959-60, the El Camino returned in 1964 and remained through the end of… more»

Project Truck: 1994 Ford F-150 Lightning

When looking for a collector-grade vehicle to buy at a project car price, you sometimes have to stoop pretty low. I know this personally with my 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 project, which I bought for peanuts and have since… more»

Cowboy Cadillac: 1978 Chevrolet K30 4×4

In this day and age, many of us have watched in amazement as pickup trucks have become increasingly opulent and priced at levels that make little rational sense. $70,000-$90,000 isn’t uncommon for a truck loaded up with options, and… more»

Quick Flip? 1977 GMC Jimmy Coachman R/V

I imagine it’s an exciting moment when you buy your first motorhome and begin assembling plans dfor summer season on the open road. The world beckons and there’s seemingly endless adventure at your finger tips. But there’s also likely… more»

No Reserve: 1976 Ford F-250 Explorer

When the words “No Reserve” appear in any classic auction, the vehicle in question will attract attention. That makes the subdued bidding action on this 1976 Ford F-250 Explorer surprising. The seller opened the auction at a modest sum… more»

Clean Xtracab: 1986 Toyota Hilux DLX 4×4

This 1986 Toyota “Hilux” pickup boasts the desirable four-wheel-drive setup along with some modest upgrades that give the truck a more modern appearance. The classic details are still there – i.e., the decals on the doors and the bed… more»