Like all other U.S automakers, DeSoto car production stopped from 1942 to 1946 to shift resources to the war effort (WWII). When it resumed, the 1946-48 products were warmed-over pre-war offerings. DeSoto’s first post-war redesign was in 1949, so… more»
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BF Exclusive: 2002 Saturn SC2 5-Speed
UPDATE: The seller has lowered their asking price to $3,800! The same color as my dad’s leisure suit from the 1970s, this “Orange” is more of a burnt orange than an orange-orange, but it’s orange nonetheless, and it’s a… more»
V8 Convertible: 1963 Ford Falcon
During its first three years (1960-62), the Ford Falcon was largely just an econobox. But the car “grew up” in 1963 with the addition of hardtops, convertibles, and a V8 engine (previously just inline sixes were available). The seller… more»
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33K Original Miles? 1995 BMW M3
There’s a significant part of me that didn’t want to share this low-mileage 1995 BMW M3 with the broader community. However, I’ve reached a point in life where more projects sound like a burden, so it’s a healthy exercise… more»
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Turbocharged Project: 1988 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z
The Dodge Daytona built during the K-Car years is one of the hobby’s more misunderstood driver’s cars – and that includes by yours truly. On paper, it seems like the sort of vehicle we should all aspire to own… more»
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Retired Forest Service: 1992 Dodge W250
If there’s one thing to know about Forest Service trucks and other rigs that are procured expressly for the purpose of traversing where the going is tough, it’s that the people tasked with ordering equipment always get the best… more»
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325-Equipped: 1957 Dodge Coronet Sedan
We’ve recently seen some great 1950s classics crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1957 Dodge Coronet continues that trend. It doesn’t merely look nice, because it is a rock-solid car with a healthy V8 under the hood…. more»
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Stunning Driver: 1959 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner
This 1958 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner offers its new owner the best of both worlds. It will provide a classic wind-in-the-hair motoring experience on sunny days. However, should the weather turn for the worst, pressing a button will raise… more»
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Needs Finishing: 1963 Buick Riviera
I have always struggled to choose a clear-cut favorite classic from the 1960s. The shortlist features all the usual suspects, including the Pontiac GTO, Ford Mustang, and Pontiac Firebird. However, the First Generation Buick Riviera has always been a… more»
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Affordable Driver: 1992 Buick Roadmaster Limited
For some enthusiasts contemplating a classic purchase, price is a major consideration. It may mean that they must compromise, but if price and practicality are crucial factors, this 1992 Buick Roadmaster Limited is worth a close look. Its interior… more»
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Parts Car 2-Pack: Pair of Maserati Quattroportes
Dating back to 1963, the Maserati Quattroporte was a full-size luxury sedan built in Italy. The fifth generation was produced from 2003 to 2012, and the last of the last were built in 2023. In the U.S., they were… more»
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Original 454: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is a tidy driver-grade classic. Although it features custom paint touches, it retains its numbers-matching 454ci V8. The buyer could slip behind the wheel for immediate motoring fun while contemplating whether to treat this classic… more»
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Faux Wood Survivor: 1972 Ford Pinto Squire
In 1971, Ford’s entry into the subcompact market was the Pinto. Previously, it had been dominated by imports like the VW Beetle. Chevrolet also rolled out the Vega at the same time, but the Pinto would outlast it (1980… more»
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Dusty Desert Find: 1962 Chrysler Newport
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»
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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»
