In its later years, the Dodge Dart was a poster child for basic, economical transportation, serving that role capably until production ended in 1976. While the Dart was usually dubbed a compact, it didn’t start out that way, as… more»
About Mike Stephens
There's never been a time I wasn't fascinated with automobiles, including my childhood days. As 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! Though 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!
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Too Far Gone? 1970 Dodge Challenger 318 Project
It’s hard to say when or why this 1970 Dodge Challenger was taken off the road, or whether it ended up in a salvage yard or somebody’s backyard once the previous owner was officially through with it. As popular… more»
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Coach-Built Rarity: 1955 Cadillac Flower Car
Though funerals aren’t high on my list of subjects I enjoy thinking about, it is easy to understand how many mourners would find comfort in a flower car displaying beautiful bouquets as part of a final send-off. That was… more»
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V8-Powered Firenza! 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire
The Oldsmobile Starfire began as a full-size derivative of the 88 and was a top-of-the-line model during its first generation of production, which began in 1961 and ran through 1966. After a break, the moniker returned in 1975 as… more»
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Indy Pace Car Replica: 1977 Oldsmobile Delta 88
By the time the 8th generation of the Oldsmobile 88 arrived in 1977, the moniker was mostly serving as a fairly plush family car, especially in its sedan form. However, this was the good old days when automakers also… more»
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Split Window Project: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1963 Corvette Split Window Coupe is undoubtedly the most coveted variant of the entire C2 generation, but it didn’t start out that way, as safety concerns about rear visibility led to the back glass becoming a one-piece unit… more»
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Cheap Mopar Project! 1971 Dodge Charger
With the Dodge Charger remaining such a hot commodity in the marketplace, it’s not every day one comes along that some enthusiasts might consider a bargain. In fact, it’s one of those Mopars that’s often priced out of the… more»
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Cheap Running Motorhome! 1967 Winnebago
While the prime season for traveling might be nearing an end for some families, there may still be a few weeks left in other parts of the country to enjoy nice weather and more sunshine before winter sets in. … more»
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Running Project: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
There’s certainly no shortage of cars running around nowadays that used a basic model restored into a clone of a higher-performance offering, with the Chevrolet Chevelle being a popular vehicle to take an entry-level example and turn it into… more»
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Plum Crazy and 440 Power! 1976 Jaguar XJS
For those dreaming of the idea of big-block Mopar power stuffed inside a luxurious British grand touring icon, this 1976 Jaguar XJS might be right up your alley. With their V12 engines, these Jags were excellent performers in their… more»
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Real Barn Find: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Project
Although Ford had already gotten a significant head start in the pony car market, GM fought back hard and heavy when it introduced the Chevrolet Camaro as a 1967 model, along with its corporate cousin, the Pontiac Firebird. While numerous… more»
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12k Miles? 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
Here’s a 1957 Chevrolet that presents the dilemma of whether to preserve the patina or eventually chase a trophy, but the good news is that both seem viable. It features the rare Dusk Pearl and Imperial Ivory color combo,… more»
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Estate Find: 1973 Oldsmobile Hurst Olds
At a time when many automakers were phasing out muscle car production, it was a breath of fresh air that the Oldsmobile-Hurst partnership continued as the all-new fourth-generation Cutlass was introduced in 1973. The new H/O Colonnade was based… more»
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Split Personality: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro/ Corvette Mashup
This 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is one of those customs that some spectators might see as the best of both worlds, while others will likely interpret it as a Chevy with an identity crisis. However, regardless of one’s particular viewpoint,… more»
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Nose Job: 1949 Studebaker Starlight
Everybody has their likes and dislikes when it comes to particular features on classic cars, and what one enthusiast considers great styling might not be appreciated by the next person that comes along. This 1949 Studebaker Starlight coupe is… more»
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Shed Find: 1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1
1972 wasn’t exactly a pinnacle year for the Ford Mustang, as the car’s size had recently increased while performance potential and sales were decreasing. Consumer tastes were beginning to shift towards smaller vehicles, with some likely would-be Mustang buyers… more»
