A floor-shifted three-speed manual isn’t the transmission most people expect behind a V8 in a first-generation pony car, and that unusual combination gives this Firebird much of its personality. The seller says its 350-cubic-inch V8 is topped by a… more»
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58k Original Miles: 1969 Peugeot 404
When Peugeot launched the 404 in 1960, it never envisaged an extended production run. It also produced a car that was so robust and comfortable that it became a firm favorite in African nations with harsh climates and rugged… more»
Restored 1969 Checker Marathon
Checker Motors traces its roots to Morris Markin, a Russian tailor who immigrated to Chicago in 1913, became wealthy selling uniforms to the military during WWI, then invested in local automobile makers. One of those makers – Commonwealth… more»
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410-Equipped: 1967 Mercury Park Lane Convertible
The 1960s horsepower war wasn’t limited to muscle cars, as this 1967 Mercury Park Lane Convertible demonstrates. It presents impressively for a survivor-grade classic, but the 410ci “Marauder” V8 hiding under its hood could be the star of the… more»
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55k Original Miles: 1963 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88
We always appreciate our readers’ input at Barn Finds. Whether through general comments, corrections of my sometimes glaring mistakes, or leads to impressive classics, we exist because of your contributions. Therefore, I must tip my hat to Rocco B…. more»
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Weary Driver: 1976 Chevrolet Nova 305 V8
The venerable Chevrolet Nova, launched in 1962 as the Chevy II, was one of GM’s best sellers. It was redesigned for the fourth and final time in 1975, retaining its rear-wheel-drive platform. More than 334,000 copies were sold in… more»
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Frame-Off Restoration: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
The Malaise Era nearly killed the American muscle car because of emissions regulations and insurance concerns. The genre made a comeback in the 1980s, but most enthusiasts consider the brutal 1960s vehicles the best of the breed. This 1969… more»
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Rare Drop-Top: 1963 Imperial Crown Convertible
The Imperial badge first appeared on a Chrysler in 1926, but Chrysler made it a separate marque in 1955 to challenge Lincoln and Cadillac. The status quo remained for two decades, and this 1963 Imperial Crown Convertible is a… more»
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Special Order Paint: No Reserve 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Once, customers could walk into a showroom and order a car in a paint shade that wasn’t on that year’s color palette. That experience is now largely confined to prestige brands, but the first owner did just that with… more»
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Plucked Chicken Wagon: 1962 Plymouth Fury
The 1962 model year was when Plymouth downsized its full-size cars due to a competitive miscue. The resulting styling earned the automobiles the nickname “plucked chickens” from its own designer, Virgil Exner. Sales were down as a result, and… more»
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33k-Mile Driver: 1983 AMC Concord DL
American Motors refreshed its lineup in 1978, replacing the Hornet with the compact Concord. While the styling was renewed, it was essentially the same car, with roots dating back to 1970, when the Hornet replaced the aging American. The… more»
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Beautiful Reliable Driver: 1970 Buick Riviera
The second generation (’66-’70) of Buick’s famed Riviera is my favorite, except…the ’70 edition, and that’s what I have for your review today. Why, you ask? I’ll explain in a bit. That said, the condition of this Salem, Oregon… more»
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Pretty In Pearl? 1992 INFINITI M30
INFINITI, Nissan’s luxury-focused arm, debuted in the United States in 1989 with two offerings in its inaugural 1990 model-year lineup. The first was the Q45, a full-size luxury sedan competing with the standards of the day, including the Mercedes-Benz… more»
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Rare Bird: 1967 Pontiac Firebird OHC Convertible!
Of the 82,560 Pontiac Firebirds produced in 1967, only 15,528 were convertibles, and of those, only 2,641 had the OHC 6-cylinder engine. This example, here on Craigslist, located in Londonderry, New Hampshire, is available now for $30,000. There is a… more»
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Buried In The Garage: 1973 Triumph TR6
Life happens! As you can see from the picture, this 1973 Triumph TR6 has been sitting in a garage near Phoenix, Arizona for quite a while, accumulating debris from everything else going on. The seller has some other classic… more»
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BF Auction: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
A classic doesn’t necessarily need to be rare, exotic, or brutally fast to be enjoyable. Sometimes you just want a big V8, air conditioning, power steering, plenty of chrome, and a cabin that feels like the designers drew inspiration… more»
