From 1961 to 1981, the Newport was Chrysler’s entry-level full-size car. But because it was a Chrysler, it was far from a basic automobile. In 1962, the 361 cubic inch V8 was the standard engine, and we assume that’s… more»
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Weather-Worn: 1978 Pontiac Grand LeMans
The LeMans spent 20 years as Pontiac’s mid-size automobile, giving life to the GTO muscle car in the middle of the 1960s. It was given a luxury model in the early 1970s, appropriately dubbed Luxury LeMans. In 1975, they… more»
Survivor Class: 1976 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
I have had an “odd” relationship with GM’s colonnade models (’73-’77) such as this 1976 Chevrolet Malibu Classic. I worked in the repair shop of a Chevrolet dealership from late ’72 through mid ’74 and encountered more than my… more»
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Restorable Wagon? 1960 Studebaker Lark VI
By the end of the 1950s, things were looking bleak at Studebaker-Packard. Their merger in 1954 didn’t produce the desired results, and the Packard brand was gone after 1958. A temporary reprieve came in the form of the new… more»
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Unfinished Project: De Tomaso Pantera
Project cars come in all shapes and sizes, but few have the presence of a De Tomaso Pantera. This example, recently listed on Facebook Marketplace in Lumberton, North Carolina, isn’t a weekend driver or a quick cosmetic refresh. Instead,… more»
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Original 2 Tone Paint: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro Rally Sport
Twelve years is a long time for any car to remain in the same generation of production, but when you’ve got a winner on your hands like the Camaro, I guess Chevrolet decided it would be best not to… more»
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All The Best Options: 1990 Pontiac Firebird Formula WS6
We’re always a little suspicious of sellers who over-hype their cars. After all, words only go so far when it comes to selling a specialty or collector vehicle; the condition and equipment are the ultimate measures of whether a… more»
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Barn Find V8 Roadster: 1980 Triumph TR8
For our British car fans out there, this barn find Triumph TR8 looks like it’s emerged mostly unscathed from years in a New Jersey garage. That’s rarely the case with vintage tin that’s been left to sit for years… more»
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Pristine Two-Door: 1993 Jeep Cherokee 4×4
This is one of those listings I suspect will be pulled down before the weekend is over. First of all, survivors of any variety typically don’t linger on the classifieds, but when said survivor is also a desirable model… more»
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Special Delivery: Barn Find Cushman Package Kar
Cushman Motor Company was founded in 1901 to make small-displacement engines for farm and household equipment. Just a few years later, manufacturers were experimenting with scooters; in fact, the US Postal Service contracted with Autoped to put its mail… more»
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Weekend Cruiser? 1969 Buick Skylark Custom
Buick offered four versions of their mid-size cars in 1969: Special Deluxe, Skylark, Skylark Custom, and Gran Sport. And within this group, only the latter two offered the car as a convertible. 6,552 Skylark Custom drop-tops were produced that… more»
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Patina and a 409! 1962 Chevrolet Biscayne Wagon
It’s a safe bet that the majority of 1962 Chevy Biscaynes were sold with either an inline-6 or a small-block V8. And the 409 big-block V8 could be ordered for any one of them. But the number of Biscayne… more»
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Older Restoration: 1953 Studebaker Champion
From 1939 to 1958, the Champion was the “bread and butter” car of Studebaker, which meant it appealed to budget-minded buyers. In 1953, the Champion differed from the Commander in that it used an inline-6 while the latter came… more»
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Highlander Interior: 1948 Chrysler New Yorker Sedan
Being of Scottish descent and loving these big, bulbous Chryslers of the 1940’s, I’m more than tempted to take a look at this one. It’s in great shape and has the unique, tartan plaid Highlander interior. So, what’s a… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1980 Plymouth Horizon TC3
We’ve only seen three or four (there was one repeat) Plymouth Horizon TC3s here on Barn Finds over the years, and a few of the Dodge Omni 024 versions. The seller has this regular ol’ gas-powered 1980 Plymouth Horizon TC3… more»
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Original Survivor: 1963 Jeep CJ-5 With Paperwork and Engine Noise
Simple, rugged, and endlessly recognizable, the early Jeep CJ-5 has earned a loyal following among off-road enthusiasts and collectors alike. This 1963 example, listed on craigslist in Brentwood, California, is described as an original survivor that still gets out… more»
