Some finds are solid survivors, others wonderful candidates for tender lovin’ restoration. This 1951 Hudson Hornet sits somewhere in between: a labor of love by an experienced NASCAR replica enthusiast who says the car is a “huge hit at… more»
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High Option Project: 1972 Porsche 911
When it comes to vintage Porsches (and any sports car, really), enthusiasts tend to live in the extremes: we either want a car that came equipped with a ton of options, or one that is a total stripper. In… more»
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A Turnkey Driver: 1964 Opel Kadett Wagon
Here’s one you won’t see every day: a 1964 Opel Kadett station wagon, or “Estate,” as wagons are often called. Opels were once a common sight on America’s highways and byways, but it’s been years since the former GM… more»
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Baby Nash: 1960 AMC Metropolitan
The Metropolitan was a 2-seat subcompact car designed by Nash Motor Co. just prior to its merger with Hudson to form American Motors. While conceived in Kenosha, Wisconsin, it was produced in England by BMC/Austin. Titled as 1953 to… more»
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More Than A Taxi: 1966 Checker Marathon Wagon
When you think of Checker, you probably picture one of those old taxis, but the company built more than just cabs. Checkers also served as hotel shuttles and airport transportation, though station wagons like this 1966 Marathon were a… more»
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The Good Thinking Car: 1976 Jensen GT
Some of you may be familiar with the 1972-75 Jensen-Healey, a sports car intended mainly for the US market to fill the gap when the Austin-Healey 3000 couldn’t be economically modified by 1968 to meet new federal regulations. A… more»
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Rebuilt And Ready? 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
Few vehicles blur the lines between car and truck like the El Camino, and this 1971 looks like a great, no-fuss way to enjoy one. According to the seller, it’s an “all new everything” affair with a 402 cubic-inch… more»
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A Different Poncho: 1969 Pontiac Tempest Custom S
It’s easy to overlook a Pontiac that isn’t a GTO or a LeMans, but this 1969 Pontiac Tempest Custom S four-door hardtop has some interesting things going for it. Listed on Craigslist in Dallas, Texas, for $6,500, this survivor… more»
Bostonian Edition: 1993 Mercury Cougar
Dealer add-on packages were once a popular way for dealerships to make extra cash, plus have at least one elite example of a popular model sitting on their lot or in the showroom. The Mercury Cougar offered several special… more»
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Rare L34 360HP: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS 396
Chevrolet replaced the famous 409 cubic-inch big-block V8 with the new 396 midway through the 1965 model year. A setup with 325 hp was standard with that engine in the 1965 Impala SS 396. As the seller’s car was… more»
BF Auction: No Reserve 1974 Chrysler Imperial LeBaron
In the 1960s, there was no shortage of massive cars to choose from, but by the mid-1970s, options were dwindling. Between emissions regulations and the fuel crisis, most people weren’t looking for a big cruiser, but a few luxury… more»
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BF Auction: 1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible
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»
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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»
