For being such a limited production automobile, first-generation (1940-1948) Lincoln Continentals, such as this 1942 example, are frequent visitors here on Barn Finds. Today’s discovery is one of only 334 produced in the truncated war year of 1942 so… more»
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No Reserve V8 Grabber: 1972 Ford Maverick
The seller of this 1972 Ford Maverick proclaims, “Original Grabber V8“. Well, maybe so, and that’s a start, but as usual, there’s more to the story. It’s looking a bit worn, but Ford Mavericks do make regular appearances on… more»
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Good As It Gets! 1963 Mercury Super Marauder 390
Taken by surprise, I was, when I first encountered this 1963 Mercury Marauder – it is that exceptionally clean (and green)! A one-time Barret-Jackson auction vehicle, the current owner has been in possession of this Marauder for five years… more»
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Hurst Equipped! 1970 Chrysler 300
There was a time, years ago, when a window decal proclaiming “Hurst Equipped” was a common sight. The discreet decal was the nod and wink that the wearing vehicle had chucked its original gear shifter and moved up to… more»
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1959 Cadillac Coupe de Ville With Air Suspension
Every time I encounter a Cadillac Coupe de Ville of this vintage, I’m taken back to a copy of Mad Magazine from years ago that ran a cartoon featuring an outsized caricature of a big, ostentatious Caddy blowing down… more»
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1964 Oldsmobile Cutlass Hardtop Barn Dweller
OK, the listing for this 1964 Oldsmobile F85 Cutlass starts out with, “No lowballers, no scammers, no phone codes, no shipper, just bring cash and see the car“. Well, I guess he got my attention…Nevertheless, I am interested in… more»
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The Big Kahuna! Chevrolet LS6 454 Engine
Chevrolet has done a pretty good job over the years of making desirable powertrain components available via its Chevrolet Performance Parts operation. Some of the products offered are pretty close to what was originally available, while other components are… more»
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Drag Racing Refugee: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
Ouch, ouch and, more ouch is how I’d best describe this 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. Listed as a former X (experimental?) drag car project, perhaps it would be better defined as an “ex” X drag car. Whatever the case, this… more»
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Beautiful California Survivor: 1966 Volvo P1800
UPDATE – This lovely Volvo sold back in August for $24,500. It’s back on the market, but it’s now in Waxahachie, Texas and is being offered here on eBay without a reserve. The seller states that they purchased the… more»
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California Classic: 1967 Volkswagen Beetle
Everyone seems to like the Volkswagen Type 1, better known as the Beetle. Ask anyone of a certain age, and older, and they’ll have a funny story involving a VW Bug. I even have a few and I never… more»
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Cheap Survivor? 47k Mile 1997 Mercury Tracer Wagon
A Mercury Tracer on Barn Finds? Yup, it takes all kinds to make up this mosaic of American automobilia, though I’ll admit that a twenty-four-year-old, domestic economy car seems like a stretch. But hey, it is a station wagon… more»
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21K Original Miles! 1981 Chrysler Cordoba LS
Calling Ricardo Montalban, your redesigned car has arrived in the form of this 1981 Chrysler Cordoba LS – and I hope that you like what they’ve done to it. I had actually forgotten about this redesigned version (1980-1983) of… more»
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One Of 700! 1982 Fiat Turbo Spider
Sometimes, what’s old is new, and that’s the case with the Fiat 124 Spider. It’s sold today, or at least as recently as 2020, but with Mazda Miata underpinnings. Years back, and in 1982, such as with today’s subject… more»
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It’s A Mudder! 1998 Mercedes 190E 4X4
Sprechen sie Deutsch, Y’all? That may be helpful if you were to become the next owner of this outrageous 1998 Mercedes 190E four-wheeler. Where does one start with a mash-up like this? Why? might be the first question and… more»
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V8/3-Speed: 1960 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery
Following in the vein of this 1950 Pontiac Sedan Delivery is this 1960 Chevrolet example. We have covered this vintage SD on Barn Finds before – with approximately 5,300 produced, they’re not exactly rare. But, they’re still an interesting… more»
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Japanese Mustang? 1977 Toyota Celica GT
Having owned a rear-wheel-drive Toyota Celica for many years, I’d have to say it was one of my favorite rides. I had a front-wheel driver too but that one was more forgettable. Nevertheless, when I get a chance to… more»
