Dry Climate Survivor: 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis LS Colony Park

I once believed people bought Station Wagons out of necessity rather than personal preference. I couldn’t see why someone would opt for a vehicle I considered cumbersome when these Wagons were generally derived from what I felt were more… more»

Restore or Preserve? 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Many enthusiasts will argue that any classic is only original once and that preservation is preferable to restoration if the vehicle isn’t in danger of dissolving at the hands of rust issues. That brings us to this 1969 Mustang… more»

Highly Optioned: 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT

Ford could have been forgiven if it had retired the Bronco badge following the end of First Generation production in 1977. However, it persisted, and the company found itself with a hit due to Second Generation sales figures. This… more»

No Reserve Driver: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Pop quiz. When is a triple-black classic not a triple-black classic? The answer is when it is this 1972 Corvette Convertible. This is a rock-solid driver with a claimed 58,000 original miles on the clock. However, it has undergone… more»

24k Original Miles: 1978 Ford Granada Ghia

Dipping a toe into the waters of classic car ownership for the first time can be daunting. Justifying spending a considerable sum on what is essentially a hobby can be challenging, and many enthusiasts resign themselves to a life… more»

Make An Offer: 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix

Few things are sadder than being forced to part with a beloved classic due to circumstances beyond your control. That is the story behind this 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix. It is an eye-catching turnkey proposition that needs little to… more»

BF Auction: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Concours Station Wagon

Project builds can stall for various reasons, leaving owners with little choice but to part with their prized classic. One of the most heartbreaking is when an owner passes away before they enjoy the fruits of their labor, leaving… more»

Pristine Survivor: 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon

UPDATE 06/10/2023: Selling a classic car can sometimes prove challenging, particularly if that vehicle might potentially appeal to a niche market. That is sometimes the case with the Ford Pinto, although it is generating renewed interest in the market…. more»

One Year Only: 1990 Ford Mustang “7-Up” Convertible

The pages of automotive history books are littered with examples of vehicle manufacturers joining forces with an outside party to produce a Limited Edition model. Some are more successful than others, while some stumble before production begins. That was… more»

Never Unwrapped: 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 With Only 30 Miles!

We’ve seen a few low-mileage classics over the past decade at Barn Finds, but this 1990 Chevrolet Corvette could be in a league of its own. Not only is it a highly-desirable first-year ZR-1 model, but it has a… more»

Nice Driver: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette 4-Speed

We’ve recently seen a few nice C3 Corvettes at Barn Finds, but this 1973 model stands out. That isn’t because it is an ultra-cheap project car or a meticulously restored vehicle but because it is one of the tidiest… more»

No Reserve: 1977 Ford F250 Ranger XLT High Boy

So, are you feeling brave? Good. Because, as you will see, it seems you are not alone. The seller purchased this 1977 Ford F250 Ranger XLT High Boy as a parts vehicle but feels it is too good to… more»

No Reserve: 1961 Austin-Healey 3000 BT7

Finding an affordable classic British sports car project can be challenging, but this 1961 Austin-Healey 3000 BT7 could be a prime candidate. It looks pretty tired, but the fact the seller is offering it with No Reserve may prove… more»

69k Original Miles: 1986 Chevrolet El Camino SS

I have often wondered whether a modern interpretation of Chevrolet’s iconic El Camino would sell in sufficient numbers to justify development or whether the badge’s time has come and gone. Rumors abound that one is under development, but Chevrolet… more»

Museum Find: 12k Mile 1987 Buick GNX!

GNX. They were three little letters that were enough to warm the hearts of American performance car enthusiasts. They signified that Detroit had found its mojo and that the muscle car was back with a vengeance. This 1987 GNX… more»

BF Auction: 1958 Austin-Healey “Bugeye” Sprite

Britain entered what became known as the “Age of Austerity” following World War II, with many items we now take for granted strictly rationed. One of these was fuel, with rationing finally ending in 1950. The country’s economy was… more»

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