Thankfully, there are many niches in the car world that enrich my life in ways that wouldn’t have been possible even 20 years ago; for example, there are patient souls who digitize and upload car commercials from our motoring… more»
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Vice Grip Garage 1965 Plymouth Barracuda
Say what you will about the proliferation of electronic gadgetry and its effects on the welfare of mankind, we are living in a golden age of automotive entertainment. I couldn’t care less about what’s streaming on Netflix or Hulu… more»
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One-Family-Owned 1965 Ford Thunderbird
There is no justice in this world if this 1965 Thunderbird isn’t sold today. Friend of Barn Finds T.J. spotted this recent posting on craigslist in Vancouver, Washington, for an obscenely fair price of $14,500. A restored, rust-free classic… more»
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Solid Project: 1965 Oldsmobile Jetstar 88 Convertible
Years ago, I saw a solid ’70 LeSabre Convertible parked on the side of the road with a “For Sale” sign in the window. The interior was a disaster and it had no top, but with an asking price… more»
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Pick Your Engine: 1970 Saab 96
Dedicated fans of Sweden’s quirky compact are certainly raising a quizzical eyebrow at my title, because this clearly does not look like a ’70 model. Well, it is. The seller has outfitted it with the trim from a ’67… more»
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35,941 Miles? 1965 Pontiac Bonneville Vista
Is this the ultimate in Pontiac opulence from one of the greatest years (in cars) of the 20th century? Yes, it’s the big Bonneville Vista four-door hardtop, all 221.7 inches of it, seven longer than the base Catalina your… more»
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Rust-Free 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Greenbrier
Two days. On the weekend, it goes by in an instant; on weekdays, not so much. But it’s an eternity for a craigslist ad to be posted when the subject matter seems like such an obvious bargain. Of course,… more»
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BF Auction: Cummins Powered 1989 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 4×4
Mechanical rivalries are endlessly fascinating: Ford vs. Chevy, Polaris vs. Ski-Doo, Cummins vs. Power Stroke (or Duramax). Whether you refuse to take a side or are willing to buy the camo hat and bumper stickers, these friendly disagreements are… more»
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74k Miles: 1966 Buick Wildcat
A road test of a Wildcat in the June 1963 issue of Mechanix Illustrated summed up its position in the Buick lineup well. Uncle Tom McCahill, the foremost arbiter of the quip and the bon mot, said that upon the… more»
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BF Auction: 1977 Ford Econoline E-350 Chateau
PENDING! Every once in a while, a car (or van, in this case) will pop up for sale on Barn Finds that inspires some wistful curiosity about its original owner. What was the purpose of this 1977 Econoline? It’s a… more»
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BF Auction: 1985 Cadillac Seville
The 1985 Cadillac Seville marked the end of the “bustleback” years, perhaps the ultimate showroom expression of GM styling chief Bill Mitchell’s fascination with classical themes. Sure, it was polarizing, but the 1985 model still outsold its immediate 1986… more»
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Postwar Style: 1949 Packard Standard Eight Sedan
Any automotive historian knows that Packard’s star waned in the postwar years, even though that wasn’t immediately apparent. The Twenty-Second Series Packard was introduced in 1947, and although Packard was historically loath to assign model year designations, Packards from… more»
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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»
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Drive It Away: 1963 Mercury Monterey Custom Breezeway
Although it’s little more than a footnote in Ford Motor Company history, the “Breezeway” roof and opening rear window shown on this ’63 Mercury Monterey Custom didn’t suffer from a lack of trying. In terms of production cars, Mercury… more»
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Q-Code 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Though we all strive for individuality, it’s a genetic certainty that we become to some extent like our parents. In my case, I wasn’t going to escape being a Mustang fan, as my mom and dad have owned at… more»
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BF Auction: 1963 Sunbeam Alpine Series III GT
The Sunbeam Alpine has been driven by some notable people. Sean Connery drove one in the first James Bond movie, Dr. No, and Formula One World Champion Jack Brabham smiled in advertisements behind the wheel of an Alpine, proclaiming that… more»
