With third-generation Chevrolet Corvette production having such a long lifespan, beginning at a period when performance was king, the later C3 cars aren’t as desirable as the sixties and early seventies examples. The last factory big block disappeared after… more»
About Mike Stephens
There's never been a time I wasn't fascinated with cars, including my childhood days. While my kindergarten peers were doodling kittens and bunny rabbits in the early seventies, I recall my tablet filling up with penciled drawings of sheet metal with wheels! Although writing posts for Barn Finds is by far my favorite past time, I also enjoy collecting old vinyl record albums, home improvement projects, hiking, and tinkering around with just about anything electrical or mechanical. I like to spend lots of time with my beautiful wife and our Yorkie as well- my wife's name is Joy and my dog is named Happy, so I'm truly blessed with a wonderful life here in Tennessee!
Apr 3, 2025 • For Sale • 15 Comments
27k Documented Miles: 2006 Saturn Ion 2
For me, one of the saddest parts of thinking about aging is getting to the point where it’s no longer safe to operate a motor vehicle, or in the case of the driver of this 2006 Saturn Ion 2,… more»
Apr 3, 2025 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Old School Cool: 1928 Ford Model A Roadster
While the Ford Model T was wildly successful at every level, it was beginning to age out among buyers after an almost twenty-year run, and in 1928 was replaced by the all-new Model A. The more modern, fresh offering… more»
Apr 2, 2025 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Drive Or Re-Restore? 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ
The Grand Prix was first introduced into the Pontiac lineup in 1962, but it wasn’t until the late sixties when the third-generation cars debuted that it really took off as a bonafide sales leader for the brand. The 1969… more»
Mar 31, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Basic Beauty: 1975 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
When I think of a mid-seventies Chevrolet Monte Carlo, one of the first things that comes to mind is a well-trimmed exterior, probably with a vinyl top, fancy wheels, and perhaps even a pinstripe down the side. Is it… more»
Mar 30, 2025 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Drive Or Restore? 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Cutlass
While the Cutlass went on to be one of the most successful GM intermediates during the seventies, it started out as an entry-level compact in the Oldsmobile lineup, though it still offered a sporty appearance and some great-looking lines… more»
Mar 30, 2025 • For Sale • 17 Comments
1-of-1 R-Code: 1969 Ford Torino Cobra 428 CJ
According to the Marti report, this 1969 Ford Torino Cobra checked so many great boxes when new that it ended up being a one-of-one example, and I’m sure there’s going to be competition among blue oval fans for the… more»
Mar 29, 2025 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Worth The Effort? 1969 Dodge Charger Project
For starters, I have to say thank you to the seller for being honest about where this 1969 Dodge Charger has resided for most of the last half-decade. Instead of claiming its whereabouts were unknown, he’s upfront in telling… more»
Mar 29, 2025 • For Sale • 6 Comments
No Reserve Roller: 1970 Plymouth Satellite
It’s become commonplace in the auto world to take a base model car and clone it into something more inspiring, which is exactly what the owner of this 1970 Plymouth Satellite originally had in mind. Visions of a Road… more»
Mar 28, 2025 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Stored Over 50 Years: 1960 Mercury Park Lane
The Park Lane joined the Mercury lineup in 1958 as a top-tier model, offering a comparable amount of luxury as the Ford Thunderbird. The car was available with two or four doors, with this 1960 Park Lane here on… more»
Mar 27, 2025 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Three-Row Survivor: 1972 Mercury Monterey Station Wagon
It’s getting harder to find autos past the half-century mark that have been in the same family since their year of production, and when the history and maintenance can be traced back this far, I can understand how a… more»
Mar 25, 2025 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Blank Canvas Project: 1968 Dodge Charger
When the Dodge Charger was first introduced as a 1966 model, it offered a sporty fastback design outside, an unusual interior featuring four bucket seats, plus a console that ran almost the entire length of the inside area. As… more»
Mar 25, 2025 • For Sale • 19 Comments
58k Mile Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Bel Air
Given the choice, I’m typically one of those auto enthusiasts who prefer two doors over four, at least for vintage offerings. I’m also keen on plenty of options, as fooling around with lots of gadgets helps keep me occupied… more»
Mar 24, 2025 • For Sale • 24 Comments
390/4-Speed: 1966 Mercury Comet Caliente Convertible
Since its inception, the Mercury Comet had been considered compact in size, with the early examples often thought of as a corporate cousin of the Ford Falcon. However, with the introduction of the redesigned 1966 model, the designation went… more»
Mar 23, 2025 • For Sale • 25 Comments
No Taxi Here! 1969 Checker Marathon Station Wagon
When Barn Finds reader Ted sent us the tip on this 1969 Checker Marathon Station Wagon, he mentioned not remembering ever seeing one before, and I’m not sure I have either, at least not in person. While the company… more»
Mar 23, 2025 • For Sale • 10 Comments
No Reserve 429 Cobra Project: 1970 Ford Torino
The Ford Torino and Fairlane 500 intermediates got an entirely new body style for 1970, solely designed by stylist Bill Shenk, who started with a sketch that progressed into a full-size clay model. The story goes that Lee Iacocca,… more»
