Based on factory performance potential, the 1970 and ’71 models of the Dodge Challenger are the most sought-after, but the rest of the first-generation cars also have a high level of desirability, no matter what’s under the hood. Unfortunately,… 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!
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Superbird Project: 1970 Plymouth Satellite
With so many Mopar wing cars tipping the scales at around the same cost as an average house these days, it’s no wonder that some fans who have always wanted a Plymouth Superbird or Dodge Daytona are taking the… more»
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Can It Be Fixed? 1966 Pontiac GTO
If the hands of time could be turned backward, I’m certain the owner of this 1966 Pontiac GTO would reset the clock a couple of minutes before the unthinkable happened, and be at just about any other location other… more»
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V8 Transplant! 1978 Chevrolet Chevette
As a youngster, one of the slowest automobiles I can remember driving was a seventies Chevrolet Chevette, owned by my aunt who lived across town. She was recovering from surgery, and family members were taking turns going over and… more»
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Drive Or Restore? 1970 Dodge Charger 500
Mopar enthusiasts who bought a Dodge Charger 500 in 1969 were in for a real treat, as it featured the uniqueness of a flush-mounted rear window and front grille, which Chrysler hoped would improve aerodynamics enough to make the… more»
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Coach Built Neo Luxury! 1988 Tiffany Classic
It’s said that Jerry Garcia, at least on one occasion, compared The Grateful Dead’s music to licorice, stating that many people don’t like that flavor, but those who do really like it. The same holds true for most Neo-classic… more»
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Future R/T Clone? 1969 Dodge Charger
With the second-generation Dodge Charger remaining one of the more sought-after offerings from the golden age of muscle cars, many crafty enthusiasts often seek an affordable base example they can turn into the high-performance machine of their dreams. While… more»
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402 LS3 Power! 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS
Chevrolet Chevelle buyers got behind the wheel of an entirely different car than before in 1973, featuring what became known as Colonnade styling outside, plus a revised chassis underneath, and another year of SS availability before the Laguna S-3… more»
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340/4-Speed Project: 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda
Whenever the urge hits to tackle an automotive project, taking over a vehicle that’s already a work in progress often creates its own set of challenges compared to starting from scratch. However, this 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda actually seems to… more»
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24k Miles? 1968 Ford Thunderbird
In its infancy, the Thunderbird was developed quickly by Ford in response to the Chevrolet Corvette, spending its first three years of production as a two-seater. However, it didn’t take the car long to gain extra passenger capacity, adding… more»
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Original L76 327/4-Speed: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette
Even with the fine factory presentation awaiting C2 Corvette buyers, many owners were eager to quickly add or change some of the original components to personalize their cars and make them more of a standout. Known in the marketplace… more»
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430 HP LS3 Swapped 1999 Porsche 911 Carrera
The fifth generation of the Porsche 911 introduced major changes when it hit dealer lots back in 1997, and it wasn’t just the exterior redesign, either. Known as the Type 996, the revamped car gave up its air-cooling system… more»
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440-Powered Plum Crazy 1970 Dodge Challenger
In the world of fantasy that sometimes surrounds the first year Challenger, it’s easy to get caught up in the myth that Dodge intended for every one produced in 1970 to be a pavement-pounding, high-performance muscle car that could… more»
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Solid OHC Project: 1967 Pontiac Firebird Sprint
With the pony car concept still fairly new and proving to be a hot segment in the marketplace, Pontiac got in on the action in early 1967 with the introduction of its Firebird, though the Chevrolet Camaro had beaten… more»
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340/4-Speed In Violet 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda
With a body that’s sleek from every angle, the third-generation Plymouth Barracuda looked great no matter what color it was wearing on the outside. Adding one of the optional paints from Chrysler’s High Impact palette sweetened the exterior’s appearance… more»
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Solid SS 396 Roller: 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle
Although there are plenty of others, one of the fun factors about the Chevelle is that an SS package was available immediately, with Chevrolet wasting no time attracting buyers interested in something a bit more exciting than your average… more»
