I have always found the history of the C3 Corvette fascinating. It emerged in 1968 as a genuine sports car that the buyer could transform into a fire-breathing monster if they ticked the right boxes on the Order Form…. more»
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Solid Foundation: 1967 Ford Mustang GTA
There are times when it seems that locating a solid First Generation Mustang project car is impossible, with so many falling foul of significant rust problems. However, this 1967 GTA arrives like a breath of fresh air. Sure, it… more»
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Search For Perfection: 1980 Toyota 4×4 Pickup
Some classics are more obvious candidates for restoration projects, and while the 1980 Toyota 4×4 Pickup is an extremely versatile vehicle, it would probably struggle to make many “Top 10” lists. That hasn’t deterred this Toyota’s owner in their… more»
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1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Barn Find
Every one of us dreams of that moment when we open a barn door to be confronted by a desirable classic begging to be liberated. That was the case for the previous owner of this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split… more»
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Original 330/4-Speed: 1966 Oldsmobile Jetstar 88 Holiday Coupe
It can be too easy to judge a book by its cover and to give cars like this 1966 Oldsmobile Jetstar 88 little more than a passing glance. To do so would be to do both yourself and this… more»
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13k Original Miles: 1974 Ford LTD Country Squire
We’ve recently seen a few great classic station wagons cross our desks at Barn Finds, but this 1974 Ford Country Squire could be extraordinary if the seller’s claims pass scrutiny. There’s no denying that it presents exceptionally well for… more»
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Stored For 30 Years: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
Writing for Barn Finds involves having an unwavering passion for classic machinery of all types. Regular readers will know that I possess this quality, but few will be aware that my second love is for the silver screen. That… more»
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429 Cobra Jet: 1971 Mercury Cyclone GT
Mercury produced the 1971 Cyclone GT as a comfortable classic that offered genuine muscle credentials. This impression was reinforced if the original owner ordered the GT with the optional 429 Cobra Jet V8 under the hood. Such is the… more»
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Recently Revived: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230TE
Finding an affordable classic station wagon that would be equally at home as a daily driver or undertaking a cross-country adventure can prove a challenge, but that is what is on offer with this 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230TE. These wagons… more»
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Original 440/Six-Pack: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner Coupe
The Plymouth Road Runner was a genuine muscle car with no bells or whistles. For buyers who couldn’t justify the expense of ordering their new Plymouth with the fire-breathing Hemi under the hood, the company introduced the A12 option… more»
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Highly Optioned: 1959 Ford Country Squire
While certain vehicles have been strong performers in the classic market for decades, the humble station wagon only genuinely “grew legs” when manufacturers decided to ax them from their model lines. That has seen the desirability of those vehicles… more»
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Cheap Project? 1973 Ford Mustang Convertible
By 1973, virtually every dimension of the First Generation Mustang had grown, with one notable exception. While the car was longer, wider, and heavier than its predecessors, engine power had dropped noticeably. These changes transformed the classic pony car… more»
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1987 Buick Grand National With 800 Genuine Miles!
We’ve seen our share of 1987 Buick Grand Nationals over the past decade at Barn Finds, but this is for a sound reason. They remain one of the most desirable cars to roll out of an American factory during… more»
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67k Original Miles: 1963 Ford Thunderbird Landau
When Ford unveiled its Third Generation Thunderbird, it revealed a car sleeker and more futuristic than its predecessors. The country’s imagination had been captured by the concept of landing on the moon, and the Thunderbird’s rocket-like appearance seemed to… more»
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Make An Offer! 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe
It seems that even the roughest and rustiest First Generation Mustang project car can command a high price. However, sometimes one will pop out of the woodwork that will cause people to sit up and take notice. This 1966… more»
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One Year Only: 1958 Buick Limited Coupe
Sometimes a manufacturer will decide to push the boat out to produce a “halo” model, and so it was with Buick in 1958. The company chose to release their new Limited in three body styles, and the high purchase… more»
