Convertible

Postwar Dream Boat: 1946 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible

Imagine you are one of the hundreds of thousands who served in the United States Armed Forces during World War II.  Somehow you have survived the horrors of war and are now headed home to re-start your life.  What… more»

Spotless Driver: 1972 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible

The American muscle car sector was shrinking rapidly by 1972 due to emission, safety, and insurance concerns. Some manufacturers kept the faith, but, in many cases, what had previously been a performance options package was reduced to little but… more»

Ever Driven a Model T? 1920 Ford Model T

One of the great regrets of my life was never taking up an offer to drive a Ford Model T.  A dear friend who was also my attorney at the time was a big-time Model T collector.  I was… more»

Original Paint: 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa Convertible

If we devised a list of the most significant post-war American production cars, vehicles like the Mustang and Corvette would undoubtedly make the grade. However, the Chevrolet Corvair deserves inclusion. It didn’t offer outstanding performance or unsurpassed luxury, but… more»

Stunning Driver: 1967 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Convertible

Buying a classic Convertible in the dead of winter may not seem logical, but it could be the ideal time to park one in your garage. Prices tend to drop slightly during cold months, and securing one now allows… more»

A Sign That You Had Arrived: 1957 Cadillac Convertible

While we go out of our way to spread the message of financial equality today, we were a different country back in the fifties.  You were measured on your success back then for better or worse.  One of the… more»

Rare Drop-Top: 1941 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible

Cadillac enjoyed a banner year in 1941, with 66,169 cars rolling out of dealerships and into the garages of new owners. However, one of the rarest of these was the Series 62 Convertible. The company produced a mere 3,100… more»

Driving Project: 1964 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

It is a decision that many enthusiasts will agonize over. When confronted with a tidy and solid survivor like this 1964 Impala Convertible, is restoration or preservation the most appropriate option? That is the one facing the winning bidder… more»

1-of-1? 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible

This 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible is a mystery machine. The company only produced 1,857 drop-top variants in that model year, making it a relatively rare beast. However, there could be more to this classic than meets the eye. It… more»

350/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

As a writer, I have always found the 1960s to be the most challenging time when compiling articles for our faithful Barn Finds readers. That is not because it was a decade littered with bad cars. The opposite is… more»

Dry Stored For 30 Years: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

I was recently asked to compile a list. The question was, if I could pick one car from each of the last five decades of the 20th Century to park in my garage, what would those cars be? The… more»

Original 326: 1967 Pontiac Firebird Convertible

There is something undeniably attractive about buying a classic that has resided in a dry climate. It reduces the risk of significant rust issues that could sour the ownership experience. This 1967 Pontiac Firebird ticks those boxes, with its… more»

Rare Drop-Top: 1957 Chrysler 300C Convertible

While most enthusiasts agree that the Pontiac GTO was the first genuine muscle car, others believe that Chrysler’s “Letter Series” models could claim the title. They were aimed significantly upmarket compared to the GTO, but they possessed the performance… more»

1966 Ford Galaxie 500 7-Liter Convertible

Ford was on a roll in 1966. Its Mustang sold in unprecedented numbers, and the Galaxie attracted 597,002 buyers. The company introduced a new variant called the Galaxie 500 7-Liter, and this Convertible is one of those cars. It… more»

Easy Project: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Sitting in this shed is a classic that has spent decades in hibernation. The 1963 Corvette Convertible was recently revived, and an inspection by the seller confirms it is a solid vehicle that is a prime candidate for a… more»

34k Original Miles: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

It can sometimes be challenging to gauge whether a classic is desirable, but this 1966 Corvette Convertible leaves no doubt. Its presentation is exceptional for an unrestored survivor, and it would suit a purist seeking an investment-grade classic. The… more»