About Adam Clarke

I was born in Sydney, Australia, but have spent most of my life living in the island state of Tasmania. The only thing south of us is Antarctica! A lot of people have a deep passion for all things automotive. My wife would tell you that mine is less of a passion and more of an obsession. Most children have an imaginary friend. I had an imaginary car! Throughout my life I have had the privilege of driving more than my fair share of amazing cars. I have also driven a number of dogs...and some of them had fleas! I want to be able to share my passion of all things automotive with as many people as possible. I hope that you enjoy my posts.

427 R-Code: 1963½ Ford Galaxie 500

If you think this 1963½ Ford Galaxie looks sinister, its appearance doesn’t deceive. Lurking beneath its hood is the legendary 427 R-Code V8, a motor delivering mountains of power and torque. The first owner focused on outright performance, choosing… more»

57k Original Miles: 1963 Oldsmobile Starfire

We’re no strangers to low-mile claims at Barn Finds, and some must be taken at face value. Such is the case with this 1963 Oldsmobile Starfire. The seller believes that the odometer reading of 57,000 miles is genuine, based… more»

400/4-Speed: 1970 Pontiac GTO Convertible

If you’re looking at the photos of this 1970 Pontiac GTO Convertible and are thinking to yourself, “My, that presents nicely,” it does so for a very good reason. Only two years have passed since it underwent a complete… more»

Pro-Built 455: 1970 Oldsmobile 442 W-30

GTO, Boss 429, GTX, SS 396, ZL1. To the uninitiated, that sentence is little more than an alphabet soup of letters and numbers. However, for classic car enthusiasts, it represents some of the most desirable high-performance cars to emerge… more»

Affordable Driver: 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Buying a classic car is a luxury purchase, and is beyond the financial reach of some enthusiasts. However, scouring the market can unearth some affordable alternatives, as demonstrated by this 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. It may not be the… more»

Needs Finishing: 1969 Dodge Charger 440

If you find the prospect of a total restoration project overwhelming, but are partial to a spot of workshop tinkering, this 1969 Dodge Charger could be the classic for you. With freshly completed panels and paint, retrimmed seats, and… more»

Ready to Race: 1973 MG Midget

Motorsport can be an expensive hobby, but occasionally a vintage race car appears that is undeniably affordable. Such is the case with this 1973 MG Midget. It presents exceptionally well, featuring a freshly rebuilt motor under the hood. It… more»

Original 400: 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J

This 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J is a solid survivor that presents quite well. It is a turnkey proposition that the new owner can enjoy immediately, with scope to make their mark as time and finances allow. It… more»

No Reserve: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe

Regardless of its desirability, at what point does a classic reach the stage where it is deemed beyond salvation? That is the question posed by this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe. Its desirability is unquestioned, but time hasn’t… more»

6k Original Miles: 1986 Ford Mustang LX Convertible

Many enthusiasts focus on a known ownership history when searching for a classic to park in their garage. If you subscribe to that school of thinking, this 1986 Ford Mustang LX Convertible might be worth a close look. It… more»

Fully Loaded: 1995 Buick Roadmaster Limited

Full-size Sedans were once a staple of the new car market. Today, they seem to be going the way of the VCR and the Sony Walkman. Potential buyers often turn to the classic market to fill the void, and… more»

Rare Sprint B: 1968 Ford Mustang

Ford may have had a monster hit on its hands with the First Generation Mustang, but it wasn’t resting on its laurels. The company released a range of special packages designed to lure potential customers into showrooms with the… more»

1965 Chevrolet Impala SS 396 4-Speed

We always appreciate your input at Barn Finds because, without you, this site doesn’t exist. You provide insightful feedback and are an enormous source of knowledge when I make glaring mistakes. Therefore, I must commend Barn Finder Curvette for… more»

No Reserve: 1955 Studebaker President

When it comes to project candidates, some vehicles require more skills to achieve a decent result than others. This 1955 Studebaker President could be ideal for a novice, as life in a dry climate has allowed it to avoid… more»

Confusing Info: 1955 Ford Fairlane Victoria

Sometimes, one of the most significant challenges when writing about classics is separating fact from fiction. Such is the case with this 1955 Ford Fairlane. The seller lists it as a Crown Victoria, but the images indicate it is… more»

Highly Optioned: 1965 Pontiac GTO

Although manufacturers primarily focused on outright performance with their muscle car range, buyers could load their new purchase with options to provide a more comfortable motoring experience. Such is the case with this recently restored 1965 Pontiac GTO. Its… more»

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