Former Limo? 1981 Checker Marathon

Most folks associate Checker Motors with bright yellow taxicabs – and rightfully so. For more than 20 years, they cranked out sturdy, dependable, and roomy sedans and wagons for commercial use. The Marathon was built for the smaller consumer… more»

Rare Off-Roader: 1973 Steyr-Puch Haflinger

Some classics are so quirky that they can’t help but be cool. Take this 1973 Steyr-Puch Haflinger as a perfect example. The low production total means that we have previously only seen two of these little gems at Barn… more»

1960s Renwal Visible Chassis and V8 Model Kits

In the late 1930s, a gentleman named Irving Lawner (Renwal spelled backward) was selling plastic kitchenware in New York City, and by the 1960s, his company was making some of the most iconic model kits of all time. These… more»

650R Package? 1996 Dodge Viper GTS

The first generation Dodge Viper GTS coupe is not a cheap car to buy, but in the world of 90s supercars, it is definitely one of the most affordable (there’s an important distinction in word choice). The Viper shown… more»

Stylish Survivor: 1978 Buick Electra Limited Coupe

Let’s see a show of hands for those of you who were around in the late 1970s. That many? I was a teenager and may or may not have owned a suit that looked like one of these, and… more»

G20 Boogie Van: 1977 Chevrolet Beauville

The concept of a boogie van that has withstood the test of time, but it’s likely a terminology that is limited to enthusiasts of a certain age bracket. These days, a van lifestyle is more camping and going overlanding,… more»

1986 Ford F-150 4×4 Short Bed 4-Speed

A 4×4 short-bed F-150 with a straight-six and four-speed manual? Yes, please. V8 engines get all the glory, but a six in this 1986 Ford F-150 4×4 short bed should handle just about any situation this side of towing… more»

572 Big Block! Rare 1953 Buick Skylark Restomod

Well, here’s something you don’t see every day. For one, it’s a very rare 1953 Skylark, a limited production (1,690) top-of-the-line Buick that had more of a GM Motorama custom show car look to it than your standard Buick… more»

600-Plus Horsepower! Supercharged 1975 Chevrolet Nova

We’ve featured a few fourth-generation Chevrolet Novas on Barn Finds through the years, and I’m often surprised by how much these 1975-79 examples sometimes exchange hands for, even base models with some having six-cylinder power.  It’s not unusual for… more»

Pristine 1986 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe

“Desirable” is how I’d describe this beautiful Regatta Blue 1986 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe. I think Ford nailed it on this design, it’s a nice mama bear-like size (not too big, not too small – from Goldilocks and the… more»

Plenty of Patina? 1958 Ford Country Sedan

In 1957, for the first time in decades, Ford outsold Chevrolet for the model year; it wasn’t by much, but a win’s a win. Therefore, the blue oval entered the 1958 selling season flying high, but as we all… more»

Run As Is, or Restore? 1932 Ford Model B Pickup

While Henry Ford wasn’t keen to innovate beyond what he felt was the pinnacle of automotive achievement – the Model T – he was forced to reconsider due competitive pressures. His son Edsel and his dealers joined the clamor,… more»

400/4-Speed: 1972 Plymouth Road Runner

As the 1970s unfolded, sales of traditional American muscle cars began to taper off. Manufacturers faced the specter of trying to comply with emission regulations, while insurance companies made cars like this 1972 Plymouth Road Runner ruinously expensive to… more»

25k Original Miles: 1970 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 RS

The word “legend” is one of the more overused in the classic world, with some people willing to attach the tag to almost any vehicle. However, few would argue that the Chevrolet Camaro Z28 deserves such recognition. Initially, a… more»

Horse-Collar Grille! 1958 Edsel Citation Project

Sixty years after its demise, the Edsel is still considered the biggest financial failure of the U.S. auto industry. That’s because it’s said that Ford Motor Co. took it on the chin for as much as $350 million in… more»

Big-Block Transplant: 1966 Chevrolet Impala

This 1966 Chevrolet Impala has led multiple lives, undergoing a color change and a couple of engine transplants. Many readers will agree that its latest iteration is the best, with stunning Blue paint and a big-block under the hood…. more»

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