TPIR Showcase Prize! 1979 Ford Fairmont Wagon

Just appearing in contestant’s row on The Price Is Right is an exciting feat in itself, but to make it all the way into the showcase and win an automobile from Bob Barker is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.  Although… more»

64k Mile 2002 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

Beginning as a two-occupant convertible in the mid-fifties, the Ford Thunderbird is one of those autos that successfully changed with the times, growing in size and eventually adding a temporary four-door model to the roster.  After a five-year break… more»

Container Find: 1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible

Garages and barns are probably the two most popular hibernating places for cars, but another less-utilized option is a container, which has been home to this second-year Firebird for the last eight years.  The seller says he’s a lover… more»

Special Edition Pony: 2001 Ford Mustang GT Bullitt

It’s always rewarding for Ford fans anytime the brand offers a special edition Mustang, and even better when a great name is chosen for the occasion.  Moviegoers were treated to a crime film called Bullitt back in ’68 that… more»

Tri-Power 427 Project: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette L71

1968 was a prime time to pay a visit to your Chevrolet dealer, as not only was America’s sports car still offering several great engine options, but the two-seater also got a redesign with a completely new body.  Unfortunately,… more»

Stored 30 Years: 1969 Pontiac Firebird

It’s always interesting when a seller shares the reason they’ve decided to let go of a vehicle, especially one that they or an associate has owned for a long time.  We often hear of space issues, not enough time,… more»

406 V8 Power: 1976 Chevrolet Vega Pro Street Wagon

With the number of outstanding autos that cross our desks here at Barn Finds, it’s not uncommon for something to occasionally capture my attention to the point where I have to fight the urge to envision my garage as… more»

Cheap Horse Collar Project: 1958 Edsel Ranger

For an offering that was considered a colossal failure at the time, the Edsel is one of those cars that’s a lot easier to appreciate now than when it was introduced back in the late fifties, with the Ranger… more»

Cool Convertible Cruiser: 1966 Dodge Coronet 440

It’s just starting to feel like fall in my neck of the woods, which means there are at least a couple of good months left in the year here to drive around in a convertible with the top down. … more»

Future SS Clone? 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

After examining this 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu a couple of times, the best way I can think of to describe it is unusual, with most of that term referring to the roof area.  Pop-up sunroofs were a popular aftermarket… more»

4k Mile Survivor: 1987 Ford Thunderbird 5.0

To present an auto as among the nicest ones left of its kind can sometimes create unrealistic expectations, plus set a higher-than-normal level for potential scrutiny from prospective buyers.  Although I try not to overuse this description, it seems… more»

Factory Limo: 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood Seventy Five

Still looking as classy and luxurious as it did almost 40 years ago is this 1986 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine, and with just 53,000 miles of use, this one’s probably still ready to chauffeur its occupants just about anywhere.  There’s… more»

440 Included: 1970 Dodge Challenger Project

The seller of this 1970 Dodge Challenger is optimistic that this project has many possibilities, and he believes that performing a restoration would be a productive way to spend the upcoming winter months.  I’ll be the first to agree… more»

Luxurious Land Yacht: 1976 Chrysler New Yorker

While some auto manufacturers were focusing on and beginning to produce smaller, more fuel-efficient autos in the mid-seventies, Chrysler introduced an all-new and completely redesigned New Yorker in 1974.  Unfortunately, the timing for a vehicle with such mass couldn’t… more»

38k Mile 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera

One of the entries in the Cutlass family that only lasted a single generation was the Ciera, although it spanned a relatively long period, beginning in 1982 and not ending until 1996.  The Ciera rode on the front-wheel-drive GM… more»

Cheap L82 Project: 1980 Chevrolet Corvette

While the 1980 model Chevrolet Corvette may not be among the most desirable from the C3 era, the fiberglass body was still looking good, even though performance was down compared to some of the earlier offerings.  Both the front… more»

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