Rare Find: 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz

The 1959 Cadillac remains an American icon, with its enormous fins and bullet taillights making it instantly recognizable. Earlier models hinted at what was to come with a slightly more restrained appearance. Such is the case with this 1957… more»

Running Hemi: 1956 Imperial Southampton Hardtop

This 1956 Imperial Southampton Hardtop demonstrates that wonderful classics remain hidden in barns and sheds. All they need is the right person to come along, liberate them, and return them to their former glory. The road ahead will be… more»

Just Out Of Storage: 1968 Plymouth GTX 440

The late 1960s probably represented the high water mark for the American muscle car sector, with virtually every mainstream manufacturer offering buyers compelling alternatives to consider. Plymouth brought its GTX to the party in 1967, although the badge underwent… more»

No Reserve Low-Mile 1996 Honda del Sol

Honda developed a reputation of marching to the beat of a different drummer, producing some of the more interesting small cars to grace showrooms and our roads. Nowhere is that better demonstrated than with this 1996 del Sol. This… more»

Parked Since ’88: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Barn Find

Chevrolet found itself in an enviable position when it released the C3 Corvette. The company sold them as fast as they rolled off the line, with the latest model continuously setting new sales records during almost every production year…. more»

440/4-Speed: 1973 Dodge Charger

There is something undeniably attractive about a project candidate a new owner can drive and enjoy immediately. That is the opportunity provided by this 1973 Dodge Charger. Adding to its appeal, its drivetrain combination should provide performance that will… more»

LS Swap? 1975 Chevrolet Nova

We see plenty of classics from The Malaise Era at Barn Finds where readers suggest performing an LS transplant. The logic is sound because it would undoubtedly improve vehicle performance when that quality was severely lacking in anything rolling… more»

Long-Term Owner: 1955 Ford Thunderbird

Ford is credited with creating the Personal Luxury Car segment when it released the First Generation Thunderbird. However, some would argue that the Muntz Jet was actually the first such vehicle. The T-Bird bested the Muntz on two fronts,… more»

Cheap Project? 1965 Ford Mustang Barn Find

Finding a cheap project candidate can be challenging, especially if the object of a buyer’s desire is a first-generation pony car. However, this 1965 Mustang could be such a vehicle. It recently emerged from a barn after years in… more»

Luxury Load Carrier: 1959 Cadillac Pickup

Most custom builds are designed to stand out in a crowd, and some achieve that goal more effectively than others. That is undoubtedly the case with this 1959 Cadillac. A previous owner performed a conversion, transforming a Series 62… more»

Highly Optioned: 1979 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Cheyenne 4×4

Early 4x4s didn’t offer owners a particularly luxurious motoring experience. Most were based on commercial models, and creature comforts were a secondary consideration to practicality. However, vehicle manufacturers soon realized there was an untapped market, and the result was… more»

5.0-Liter/5-Speed: 1985 Pontiac Trans Am

Turnkey classics are often difficult to ignore because they offer potential buyers instant motoring gratification. Of course, if the classic in question is in exceptional condition, it heightens the desire to park it in their driveway. This 1985 Pontiac… more»

Restore or Preserve? 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Convertible

It is an age-old question enthusiasts confront when faced with a classic like this 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Convertible. It is rock-solid and rust-free, but is preservation or restoration the most appropriate choice? There are merits in both… more»

Awaiting Restoration: 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400

One issue often facing enthusiasts hunting for a first-generation pony car project is that many have been consumed by rust. Addressing such problems can be expensive and time-consuming, resulting in some potential buyers consigning candidates to the too-hard basket…. more»

No Reserve: 1969 Ford Bronco

Parting with a classic that has been part of the same family since it rolled off the showroom floor over five decades ago can’t be easy, but it is the decision made by the owners of this 1969 Ford… more»

Former Racer: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette “Fuelie”

A picture is worth a thousand words; sometimes, a single image defines a classic car. This 1957 Chevrolet Corvette demonstrates that. The fifty-one trophies visible in this shot aren’t window dressing because this ‘Vette earned every one of them… more»

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