Chippy The Comet: 1974 Mercury Comet 302 V8

“This is the tough little economy car that built a name for durability. Built of the same type high-quality steel as our biggest Mercurys. Solid unibody; sturdy side steel beams in doors. Big-car ideas, big-car stamina but priced down… more»

Rare 1956 Powell Sport Wagon Station Wagon

Talk about rare, as one of a reported 100 to 150 Station Wagon models made, this 1956 Powell Sports Truck Station Wagon isn’t something that would create massive media buzz at an auction or make anyone gobs of money,… more»

Future Classic? 2024 Tesla Cybertruck

You may never have heard of a sleepy little company called Tesla, its shy CEO, or its latest product. Let’s fill in the blanks as this company is horrible at PR and is rarely if ever in the news…. more»

1971 Cadillac Fleetwood Eldorado Convertible

Technically, it is a “Fleetwood” Eldorado, although we rarely hear that today. The 1971 and 1972 Cadillac Fleetwood Eldorados replaced the DeVille-based Fleetwood coupe and convertible when the DeVille was redesigned for 1971. This 1971 Cadillac “Fleetwood” Eldorado convertible… more»

457-Mile Time Capsule: 1979 Yamaha GT80F

“There is one important difference between the Yamaha GT80 and other dual-purpose minis: reliability. The Yamaha two-stroke engine is legendary for its reliability. Torque Induction – the Yamaha reed-valve intake system – gives the machine quick, responsive power at… more»

Project 4×4: 1981 AMC Eagle Kammback

“So much practicality, so much affordability . . . all wrapped up in a smart appearing four-wheel drive package. Whether the new Eagle Kammback is your only automobile or a second family automobile, it’s a truly sporty subcompact.” So… more»

A Good Deal? 36,000-Mile 1984 Buick Riviera

“The original Riviera was designed to be a personal luxury car. In the intervening two decades, that singular concept has remained unchanged. The car makes a forceful statement about you. The looks are classic. Elegant.” So says a 1984… more»

No Rust? 1978 Subaru Brat DL 4×4

“Our 4 wheel drive Brat is even more fun than any other car on the road today. Or off the road for that matter. Just the flick of a lever inside the car will shift the Brat, even while… more»

Solid Squire: 1970 Ford Ranchero Squire

“The all-new Ranchero Squire heads a longer, livelier, more luxurious line of 1970 Rancheros by Ford. Rancheros are now five inches longer and feature new styling from grille to tailgate. New longer wheelbase and wider track provide a smoother… more»

Biggest V8 Available? 1982 Ford F-100 XL

“The new ’82 Ford Pickups are here with advanced new technology combined with traditional tough Ford Truck value features and advantages. Features that have made Ford first in truck sales for the last five years.” So says a 1982… more»

Patina Project: 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass

“Meet the Olds F-85 Cutlass. A sweet-handling sports coupe with bucket seats and high-performance 185-H.P. Cutlass aluminum V8 at no extra cost! Cutlass – even the name is exciting! And excitement turns into action when you slip into those… more»

29K Miles! 1979 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz

Every once in a while I see a red vehicle and it really stands out among the silver, black, white, and gray vehicles, mostly SUVs. I don’t mean the maroon or burgundy “red” as some companies offer, but a… more»

Restored 1972 HPE Muskin Dune Cat

“Engineered to take the torture of the toughest terrain, DUNE CAT features automotive type differential, torque sensing torque converter drive, 5 H.P. 4-cycle engine, low pressure ATV type tires.” So says a brochure about the 1972 HPE Muskin Dune… more»

$600! 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Quad-442

“Talk about your new Cutlass Calais and phrases like, “How’d you ever afford this?” come up. It’s understandable, given that Cutlass Calais’ looks and performance belies its price.” So says a 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais brochure. This car goes… more»

Update: 1967 International Scout 800 Sporttop

UPDATE – This 1967 International Scout 800 Sportop is for sale again a year-and-a-half since it was featured here on Barn Finds. It appears to have been cleaned up quite a bit and it has big wheels and possibly… more»

Big Block Droptop: 1968 Plymouth Sport Fury

“It’s easy to see why Fury started a movement. A momentum. And wound up the most successful car we’ve ever built. People who are just natural-born sports lovers love Sport Fury. Snap into a seatbelt. You’ll understand.” So says… more»