These Vintage Station Wagons Are Becoming Collector Favorites
Station wagons were the king of the open road, transporting kids, camping gear, and questionable ‘70s upholstery from coast to coast. Fast forward to today, and these long-roof legends are back in style. Collectors simply cannot get enough, and for good reason.
1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
The Nomad wasn’t just a wagon; it was a style statement with tailfins sharp enough to slice bread. Chevy combined sports car flair with family hauling practicality, and suddenly wagons were cool. It’s easy to see why collectors are hunting them down now.
1964 Ford Country Squire
Wood paneling on the side? Check. Space for 8 screaming kids? Check. The Country Squire was Ford’s ultimate family hauler with just the right amount of suburban swagger to be cool. Nothing says "retro Americana" like fake wood on steel. It’s basically a rolling time capsule.
1957 Pontiac Safari
Pontiac wanted their own version of Chevrolet's Nomad, and they succeeded. This Safari had chrome, wraparound glass, and a ‘50s vibe strong enough to make Elvis jealous. They only made a handful of these, so today it is like finding a unicorn, if the unicorn had whitewall tires and a V8 rumble.
1970 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
Remember That ‘70s Show? Well, Eric Forman’s trusty ride was a Vista Cruiser. With that funky raised roof and skylight windows, it looked like a car that NASA would have designed for a road trip.
1969 Dodge Coronet Wagon
While muscle cars were busy stealing the show, Dodge was quietly making wagons with plenty of muscle. Although the Coronet was a family wagon, it could be optioned with some serious engines, making it the ultimate "dad car with a secret."
1958 Mercury Colony Park
The Colony Park was Mercury's flagship wagon. With real wood siding and a V8, it was as luxurious as a family vehicle could be. These cars are rare survivors of a time when wagons rivaled Cadillacs in prestige.
1962 Chrysler New Yorker Town & Country
This was Chrysler’s idea of first-class travel on four wheels. Plush interiors, push-button transmissions, and elegant lines made it feel more like a limo than a family car. Collectors love it because it’s wagon luxury turned up to eleven with plenty of jet-age charm.
1972 AMC Ambassador Wagon
AMC wagons didn't always receive the attention that they deserved, but the Ambassador was a unique gem. It had funky styling, tons of space, and could even tow like a champ. These babies are rare, affordable (for now), and just weird enough to turn heads at car shows.
1955 Buick Century Caballero Estate Wagon
Try saying that name three times fast. The Caballero was Buick's response to the Chevy Nomad; fancy, powerful, and stylish. It also didn’t hurt that it had a limited production, making collectors go crazy. It was Buick’s mic-drop moment in the wagon world, and people are still clapping.
1966 Volvo Amazon Wagon
If American wagons were ostentatious and loud, the Volvo Amazon would be their cool, subtle cousin. Practical, durable, and slightly Scandinavian chic, it effortlessly got a cult following. This is the wagon that makes you look smart at Cars & Coffee.
1973 Chevrolet Kingswood Estate
For Chevy, this was the ultimate "go big or go home" wagon. It was huge, had fake wood paneling, enough seats to start your own baseball team, and a thirsty V8 engine. Collectors appreciate the sheer audacity.
1959 Edsel Villager
The Edsel was Ford’s most famous flop. But here’s the twist: the Villager wagon actually aged pretty well. With unique styling and classic ‘50s flair, it’s become a quirky collector’s item.
1970 Plymouth Sport Suburban
The Sport Suburban was a sport wagon with big block engines. Collectors love it because it’s peak muscle car era excess wrapped in a family-friendly body. This was a dad’s excuse to buy a hot rod.
1961 Studebaker Lark Wagon
Studebaker wasn’t exactly known for blending in, and the Lark proved it. Compact, funky, and ahead of its time, it was the wagon for people who didn’t want to follow the Big Three crowd. Collectors today love its rarity and offbeat charm.
1977 Pontiac Grand Safari
The Grand Safari’s a big, bold car draped in chrome. This ride is a prime piece of ‘70s nostalgia and looks good sweeping by with wood paneling glittering in the sunlight.
1953 Nash Rambler Wagon
Compact wagons weren’t really a thing yet, but Nash pulled it off with style. The Rambler wagon was practical, stylish, and quirky, kind of like the vintage handbag of cars. It’s one of the first wagons to prove you didn’t need size to have personality.
1965 Ford Falcon Wagon
Before the Mustang made it into the spotlight, Ford's Falcon was the darling of affordable cars. The wagon had simple lines, a six-cylinder engine, and that classic mid-60s vibe. They are cheap enough to buy, cool enough to drive, and pure retro charm on wheels.
1971 Dodge Monaco Wagon
This was the type of car that would be used in a chase scene from a ‘70s cop show. For practical-minded owners, the Monaco wagon offered muscle in practical packaging. Collectors appreciate it for its sturdiness and "hidden hero" feel.
1960 Chevrolet Parkwood
Chevy’s Parkwood wagon was sleek, stylish, and full of that early ‘60s optimism. With rocket-inspired tailfins and lots of chrome, hauling groceries felt like a glamorous activity. Car enthusiasts are hunting them down because they are rare survivors with design touches that make modern SUVs look like shoeboxes on wheels.
1974 AMC Matador Wagon
AMC wagons were always a little weird, and the Matador leaned all the way in. Its funky styling and reputation for being different didn’t make it a big hit back then. But collectors today love it for that exact reason; quirkiness never goes out of style in the classic car world.
1968 Ford Torino Squire Wagon
The Torino Squire was the cool uncle of the Ford wagon family; sporty enough to be impressive, while remaining practical enough for a family. With optional V8s, it had some muscle car DNA under all that fake wood. The Squire Wagon is a unique combination of suburban approval and Saturday night horsepower
1956 DeSoto Firedome Wagon
DeSoto may be gone, but its wagons still turn heads. The Firedome came loaded with chrome, fins, and that swagger car designers loved in the ‘50s. Collectors want them because they are rare, glamorous, and a reminder of when Detroit treated wagons like rolling works of art.
1975 Buick Estate Wagon
This beast was so long you’d swear it needed its own zip code. The clamshell tailgate was its party trick, making loading groceries oddly futuristic. This car is the last gasp of the giant American land yacht wagons before minivans and SUVs stole the family car crown.
1963 Rambler Classic Wagon
AMC nailed it with the Rambler Classic. It was a practical, stylish wagon that stood out in a sea of giants. Compact enough for city life, but roomy enough for a family; it was way ahead of its time.
1971 Chevrolet Vega Kammback
Yes, the Vega had its problems, but the Kammback wagon was undeniably cute. Compact and Euro-inspired, it tried to give Americans a taste of small-car practicality. Collectors hunt them because survivors are rare, and the nostalgia factor is off the charts for ‘70s car fans.
1959 Ford Ranch Wagon
The Ranch Wagon was the no-frills Ford workhorse. It had less chrome than its fancy siblings, but had all the utility you could ask for. Families loved it, and now collectors do too. It’s appreciated for its clean design and tough reliability, and looks perfect with vintage surfboards on the roof.
1967 Chrysler Newport Wagon
The Newport has always been about staying classy, and the wagon version did this in spades. With its V8 power and long lines, there was a quiet elegance that separated it from the pack.
1978 Dodge Aspen Wagon
The Aspen was born in a tough time for Detroit, but the wagon version still had charm. Quirky styling, decent size, and retro appeal make it collectible today. Enthusiasts chase them now because they’re part of that gritty ‘70s history when cars were figuring things out.
1973 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna Wagon
Chevelle gets remembered for its muscle cars, but the Laguna wagon was a sneaky favorite. They’re unusual, powerful, and a great conversation starter at any car show, which is exactly why car enthusiasts love them.
1960 Plymouth Suburban Wagon
Back when tailfins ruled the roads, Plymouth gave the family wagon some rocket age flair. The Suburban came with bold lines, flashy trim, and room for the whole crew. Collectors today dig this pure '60s drama on wheels.
1976 Ford LTD Country Squire
This was the height of fake wood glory. The LTD Country Squire was big, comfy, and utterly suburban. Collectors seek them out today because they’re the ultimate “dad car” of the ‘70s.
1957 Chevrolet 210 Handyman Wagon
Chevy’s Handyman wagon was the do-it-all ride; it was basic, affordable, and tough as nails. It lacked the flash of a Nomad but delivered where it mattered, whether that was hauling kids, tools, or even surfboards.
1968 Opel Kadett Wagon
Tiny but mighty, the Kadett wagon was GM’s European import that won fans with practicality and charm. It wasn’t flashy, but it was dependable, quirky, and had that German-engineered sturdiness.
1979 Chevrolet Malibu Wagon
The Malibu wagon was a bit more subdued than the earlier giants but still had charm. Affordable, practical, and V8-powered, it was the family car of the new era. Collectors love them today because they’re the middle ground between classic and modern.
