The New Yorker was Chrysler’s flagship automobile for many years, sans the Imperial, which was a separate make in the 1950s-1970s. The cars went on a diet in 1982 as buyers weren’t as enamored with the gas guzzlers Chrysler… more»
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Acapulco Edition: 1974 Volkswagen Thing
Oftentimes, you’ll hear me griping about the fact that lawyers and bean counters have sucked the creativity out of the automotive industry. Designers don’t take chances and product managers are afraid to upset the CFO. Hence, we have a… more»
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Impala-based Wagon: 1960 Chevrolet Nomad
The Nomad ended its three-year run in 1957 as a “sport wagon”, with sales falling short of Chevrolet expectations. But the name would live on into the 1970s, as a 4-door family wagon instead. In 1960, the Nomad was… more»
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Needs Finishing: Rare 1957 Ford Thunderbird E-Code
It’s easy to understand why many consider the 1957 Thunderbird, the last year of the 2-seater “Baby Bird,” as the best of the 3-year series. There was handsome new rear end styling, a bunch of new paint, interior, and… more»
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First Year Barchetta: 1995 Fiat 1.8 Roadster
A 1995 Fiat Barchetta, eh? I’ve never heard of one – kinda sounds like an appetizer. Anyway, the U.S. was not a target export market, and that may be the primary reason this model is unknown to me. But… more»
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Creampuff! 1985 Chevy Silverado Shortbed
Years ago, I wrote a series of posts for Barn Finds on “honest” pickup trucks. You know, the ones that look nice but not perfect, probably have some “patina”, and aren’t priced ridiculously. The seller of this 1985 Chevrolet… more»
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Storage Unit Find: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
The third generation of America’s Sports Car, the Chevrolet Corvette, arrived on the scene in 1968. Fashioned after the Mako Shark concept car, the Corvette looked nothing like it had before, and the C3 ‘Vettes were so popular that… more»
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Low Miles! 1989 Isuzu Trooper 4×4
This first-generation Isuzu Trooper radiates a tough, boxy look that has sent so many SUVs into the stratosphere in terms of price. But it’s a product of the 1980s, so it still wallows in the “used car” category, nowhere… more»
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Big Brother Is Watching! Sangamo Tachograph
Back before we had all the digital instruments we have today, trucking companies kept track of driver activities via tachographs. These were mechanical devices that could track vehicle speed, total miles, hours, and more using analog gauges in a… more»
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Supernatural Project? 1967 Chevrolet Caprice
The Chevy Caprice was introduced in mid-1965 as a luxury version of the Impala to compete against Ford’s new LTD. It was highly successful and remained a Chevy staple for many years. It became a series of its own… more»
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32k-Mile Survivor: 1977 Buick Electra Limited
From 1959 to 1990, the Electra was king of the hill at Buick. It was their finest car along the lines of the Oldsmobile 98 and was just a small notch below that of the Cadillac DeVille. The 225… more»
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Rolling Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS
Sometimes, it’s the pedigree that’s the strongest factor in making a car project promising, and that seems to be the case with this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. This one’s going to need a comprehensive restoration, both cosmetically and mechanically, and… more»
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Solid Survivor: 1966 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
We may have passed the summer solstice, but there are still plenty of opportunities to hit the road on a sunny day in a classic Convertible before winter arrives. Hiding in this garage is a prime candidate for those… more»
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Desert Project: 1962 Chevrolet Bel Air Two-Door Sedan
Dry-climate project cars are always worth a closer look, and this 1962 Chevrolet Bel Air two-door sedan appears to have the kind of solid bones that many of us hope to find. Located in Peoria, Arizona, this Bel Air… more»
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One Family Owned: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Deciding to part with a classic that has been part of your life for over five decades is never easy, but it is the choice made by the owners of this 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. It has been a… more»
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Period Hot Rod: 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe
Well, it’s not exactly a “Little Deuce Coupe,” but this 1932 Ford Five-Window coupe is pretty close. Claimed to have been parked in ’62, this dusty coupe appears to be all there, and it possesses some notable old-skool engine… more»
