The original concept for the Porsche 928 was to create a luxurious grand touring car that would take the brand beyond its rear-engined, air-cooled legacy. A luxurious steed for the well-heeled enthusiast who prefers rapid travel. While the finished… more»
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400 Miles! 1989 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
Jay Leno enjoys a well-earned reputation in the classic world. His vast garage houses some of the most desirable vehicles in automotive history, including the only privately-owned example of Chrysler’s legendary Turbine Car. However, even he can be taken… more»
Stored For Years: 1985 Yamaha YT125N Tri-Moto
I’m down to two Hondas and two Yamahas, but it’s like choosing a favorite child to choose a favorite motorcycle or motorsports maker. I can’t do it, although I tend to sway towards Yamaha, in general. Their cars are… more»
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Restored Bubbletop: 1961 Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet did an extreme makeover on their full-size cars in 1961, coming with crisp, rounded styling compared to the “batwings” of 1959-60. This ’61 Impala has the desirable “bubbletop” roofline, which would be the last for the model, switching… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible A-Code
Who doesn’t like an original-era Mustang? OK, maybe Chevy people, but the rest of us are all in, especially when you’re talking about a 1965, and an A-code convertible at that. The chance for you to own this car… more»
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Mini Mighty Max: 1988 Mitsubishi Mighty Max
Florence Beige is an unusual color name, but maybe I’m the only one here who wonders how car companies come up with color names. Florence? Who is that, and why is she associated with beige? The ad for this… more»
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Graffiti Special: 1990 Dodge Dynasty
The Dodge Dynasty was one of the largest variants of the Chrysler K-Car, in production from 1988 to 1993. It employed front-wheel-drive, a V6 engine, and was considered a mid-size car by size and weight. This 1990 example of… more»
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Rebuilt Six-Banger: 1959 Edsel Villager Wagon
Ford Motor Co. decided there was a market for a fourth brand in its lineup. So, they introduced the Edsel in 1958 using features not found on other FOMOCO products (like a push-button transmission in the middle of the… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1994 Buick Roadmaster Sedan
If you’ve ever believed that full-size American sedans quietly peaked in the 1990s, this 1994 Buick Roadmaster Sedan makes a strong case for it. Listed as a Barn Finds Exclusive in Carthage, Missouri, this example shows 94,000 miles, carries… more»
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Only 29K Miles? 1962 Buick LeSabre
Searching our archives, I’ve come across quite a few full-size 1962 Buicks, such as today’s discovery by T.J., a LeSabre four-door sedan. None, however, can claim only 29K miles of experience. The seller proclaims, “29,349 documented original miles,” so… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1988 Toyota Tercel 4WD Wagon
Every once in a while, something shows up that completely resets expectations. This 1988 Toyota Tercel 4WD Wagon, now listed as a Barn Finds Exclusive out of Norwich, Vermont, is one of those rare survivors that feels almost frozen… more»
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Original Paint Survivor: 1972 Ford F-100 Ranger XLT
I’ve always envied the one-make person, the “Mopar-or-no-car” types, or those who bleed Ford Blue, or those who sided with 50 percent of Americans in always buying GM (when they were at their peak). I am not that guy,… more»
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Stored 10 Years: 1974 Lotus Elite
The Lotus Elite remains a textbook example of what might have been. For all of our chatter about cars made by GM that were almost great – I’m looking at you, Pontiac Fiero – Lotus has had its fair… more»
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39K Original Miles: 1985 Ford Mustang SVO
Owning the best of something usually have a few caveats. For one, the price tag is higher. Second, you’re often afraid to drive it. And third, any flaws – no matter how minor – stand out glaringly compared to… more»
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1956 Chrysler New Yorker Two-Door St. Regis
Tri-tone paint right from the 1956 brochure makes this 1956 Chrysler New Yorker Two-Door St. Regis Hard Top stand out in a crowd, and a first-generation hemi’ V8 backs up that style with performance. This Rapid City, South Dakota… more»
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A Car for Kings: 1962 Maserati 5000 GT Coupe
I don’t know about you, but if I can’t get a Philips 45 rpm record player in my Maserati 5000 GT… well, I’m sending it back to the factory. And if I were the Aga Kahn – former owner… more»
