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BF Auction: 2010 Proterra Prototype Number One
As the world’s population increases with much of the growth occurring in urban areas, governments at all levels are encouraging the motoring public to abandon cars in favor of public transport for our daily commute. The theory seems sound,… more»
1 of 13 Left: 1941 Dodge Hilo Sampan
Your first question probably is “What’s a Hilo Sampan” because it looks like a Tiki Hut on wheels. By definition, a sampan is a wooden boat with a flat bottom and often a thatched roof. By the 1930s, that… more»
American Icon Serial Number 001: 1954 GMC Scenicruiser
While there were serious issues to deal with in the America of the 1950s, there was also a sense that it was a country on the move. Cars were getting larger, sleeker, and faster. The passenger aviation industry was… more»
Old School Motor Coach: 1931 Mack Greyhound Bus
We take for granted that we can now travel across our great country in just a few hours by plane, or a few days by automobile. You can still even cross the country by train or bus a few… more»
One of Twelve: Restored 1939 GMC Futurliner
The Futurliner was the brainchild of Charles Kettering, GM’s head of research. Kettering established the Parade of Progress after visiting the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair in 1933. The Parade began in 1936, with eight streamlined buses bringing exhibitions of… more»
BF Auction: 1934 Ford School Bus
Some classics are so dripping with character that it almost seems wrong to restore or modify them. Such is the case with this 1934 Ford School Bus. It is a rock-solid project candidate that offers a world of possibilities…. more»
Out of the Route 66 Museum: 1960 Crown Supercoach
The Supercoach was a bus built by Crown Coach Co. from 1948 until its demise in 1991. They were largely sold as school buses on the West Coast but also provided the foundation for RVs and the like. This… more»
Deck ‘N A Half: 1955 GMC PD-4501 Scenicruiser
Greyhound was founded in Minnesota by Eric Wickman, a Huppmobile dealer who couldn’t sell even one Huppmobile. Partnering up with a couple of buddies, Wickman used his orphan car to ferry miners from town to mine starting in 1914…. more»
Yellowstone Park Bus: 1924 White 15-45 Touring
Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872, covers parts of Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. Much of its growth and success tracks with the advent of the automobile, which led to more visitors. Touring buses became popular in the early 20th… more»
Best Yellowstone Souvenir Ever: 1925 White 12 Passenger Bus
It is said that all we will have in the end is memories. For those who have made the pilgrimage to Yellowstone, there are a lot of memories swimming around in their brains. From majestic peaks to amazing animals,… more»
Camper Conversion: 1964 GMC TDH-3501
As best as we can tell, this coach has a commuter look to it and began life as something other than a camper but became one later. It looks to be in good condition and ready for some road… more»
Three Owners! 1966 Volkswagen Kombi
This VW bus has stories to tell. Its first owner was a funeral home. Painted green to match the rest of the funereal livery, its chores were limited to hauling flowers. So they say. Next, it was discovered in… more»
1 of 16: 1974 Dodge DayStar St Tropez
DayStar Motor Homes was a short-lived name in the RV business, building as few as 16 lavish custom rolling homesteads in the 1970s. They used a Dodge commercial chassis for their platform and were powered by 440 cubic-inch V8s… more»
Field Find: 1973 Volkswagen Bus
During the height of the Volkswagen van craze in the late 2010s, it wasn’t uncommon to see some nice examples bring six figures at auction. Prices have dropped off since then, but their popularity hasn’t waned. This one is… more»
Restomod Camper? 1947 Diamond T Bus
Diamond T Company was an American truck manufacturer that also had a brief run in the automobile business. There isn’t much info out there about them being in the bus business, too, with the seller suggesting this example may… more»
BF Auction: 1961 Volkswagen Samba Deluxe 23-Window
Finding yourself with too many projects and selling one with the finish line in sight can be difficult. However, that is the decision the owner of this 1961 Volkswagen Samba Deluxe 23-Window Bus faced. With the panels and paint… more»
