One might be inclined to ask why a 1979 Toyota Corolla is making a headline on Barn Finds. Automotive-wise, surprises come in many makes, models, years, body styles, and let’s face it, not every post is about a car… more»
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Nomadesque! 1973 Chevrolet V8 Vega Kammback
As we cover Chevrolet’s wayward Vega from time to time, the story always focuses on its ignominious aluminum/iron combo lump of an engine. And that’s not surprising as it was the number one objectional aspect of the entire car…. more»
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Over A Century Strong! 1912 REO Tourer
Mention the initials REO and some minds immediately go to a ’70s hair band called REO Speedwagon. Not exactly, that band actually pinched their name from a for-real automotive company known as REO, the initials of its founder Ransom… more»
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Build It Your Way: 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II
Names sometimes get confusing. Take today’s find, it’s listed as a 1966 Chevrolet Nova. That’s close but it’s actually a Chevrolet Chevy II 100, as that’s the model designation for a two-door sedan. Regardless, this roller is a project… more»
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Barn Rescue Benz: 1949 Mercedes 170S
The first time that I spied a Mercedes 170S was many, many years ago and it was in a setting pretty similar to this example’s as-found condition. It was a 1951 model but similar overall. It immediately reminded me… more»
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Bronco Alternative? 1961 International Scout 80
With the outrageous prices that Ford’s Bronco (’66-’77) has been commanding, which is hard to believe knowing their plebian bearing, it makes one wonder if International’s Scout (’61-’80) will be the next big (small) thing in retro SUVing. We… more»
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Not A Bogart! 1960 Borgward Isabella
(It looks like the seller recognized the error in the listing name and has now changed it from “Bogart” to Borgward – JO) You know, when you’re trying to sell something, it helps if you know what in the… more»
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Low Numbers: 1960 Pontiac Star Chief Sedan
Having been a top drawer model at one time, the Pontiac Star Chief underwent a demotion over the years so by 1960, it was reduced to a downgraded Bonneville but still rode on the Bonneville’s long 124″ wheelbase. The… more»
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No Reserve 440 4-Speed! 1968 Dodge Charger
Another Dodge Charger? Yup, another Dodge Charger, this time a ’68. And it didn’t start life as anything special though it’s clearly headed in a special direction. The draw towards covering this car is more of a probing question… more»
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Rotary Power! 1960 Sunbeam Alpine
The “Engine Goes Hmmm” has a new set of threads! Actually, it’s an old set of threads but it’s new to this most unusual of engine choices. This sharp-looking 1960 Sunbean Alpine is now sporting rotary power! Engine swaps… more»
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Super Rare! 1960 Edsel Ranger Sedan
The seller of this 1960 Edsel Ranger two-door sedan says that it’s “Super Rare”. Now that I think about it, I’m not certain that I have ever seen a ’60 Edsel in the steel. I’ve seen plenty of pictures… more»
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All Original 1974 Ford Pinto
Equal opportunity time! A few days ago we covered this 1972 Chevrolet Vega so today Ford, Chevrolet’s cross-town rival will get their Vega competitor, known as the Pinto, reviewed. This example is from 1974, so it’s not a model-year… more»
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Tri-Power Terrific! 1959 Pontiac Bonneville
If you had to pick an automobile that was most representative of 1959, I guess it would be hard to one-up a Cadillac Coupe de Ville. Of course, lowly Chevrolet would get an honorable mention for its batwing/cat eye… more»
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Only 27,000 Miles! 1968 Plymouth Satellite
How does it happen that a car, when only eight years old and has experienced a scant 27K miles, ends up parked for the next 46 years? I dunno, it’s a head-scratcher but it does happen periodically. And with… more»
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1969 Chevrolet Caprice 427 4-Speed!
Cool opening for a Corvette ad! Actually for a Camaro or a Chevelle too. A Caprice? Well, not so likely but it’s a great find from Matt R. We featured a similar-looking Caprice earlier this year but this is… more»
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Time Machine? 1972 Chevrolet Vega Survivor
A Vega, really? You bet! Generally one of the General’s bigger mistakes wouldn’t garner a lot of interest but, today’s example is in amazing original condition and has just crossed the half-century mark. That being the case, let’s take… more»
