Groovy Shorty Van: 1961 Ford Econoline

A full-size vintage van may be more comfortable for long family trips, but when it comes to the cool factor, it’s hard to beat one of a shorter variety.  Ford introduced its Econoline back in ’61, which was also… more»

Ready To Restomod: 1970 Ford Maverick

Upon its introduction into the Ford lineup as a 1970 model, the base Maverick was an ideal choice for buyers seeking an efficient compact at an affordable price, and it delivered ably in this capacity until U.S. production ceased… more»

Rare 3-Speed Manual: 1970 Dodge Charger 500

This 1970 Dodge Charger 500 project raises the question of how desirable an unusual set of factory specs makes a Mopar, especially when one of them is a 3-speed manual transmission, which doesn’t sound as rewarding in real driving… more»

Garage Find: 1972 Buick Riviera

The Buick Riviera was a somewhat unusual car from the beginning, but it’s hard to beat the third-generation examples for being over the top in outside appearance.  Beginning in 1971, the Riviera received a redesign featuring a large fastback… more»

Parked In 1989: 1971 Plymouth Satellite Sebring

If I go first, there are several things I’m guessing my wife would probably dispose of right away, with my Nixie clock, drawers of tools, and shelf of old vinyl record albums immediately coming to mind.  However, there’s been… more»

Three Row Wagon: 1986 Ford Crown Victoria

The introduction of the Chrysler minivan created a hot new segment in the automotive industry in 1984, and one that would cut into consumer demand for the tried-and-true station wagon.  However, even with fresh competition on the market, wagons… more»

One-Year-Only Convertible: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix

With a lifespan of four decades and millions of examples produced, the Pontiac Grand Prix isn’t exactly a difficult car to find in the marketplace, but there are a few rarities among the many offerings that are always exciting… more»

Drive Or Restore? 1970 Plymouth GTX

The Plymouth Road Runner was a great choice for muscle car buyers on a tight budget, but for those who could afford to pay a little more, the GTX included a higher trim level as standard equipment.  More importantly,… more»

Tapp’d Out Taxi: 1981 Checker Marathon

While they’re rugged and reliable, the Checker Marathon doesn’t really offer anything special in terms of styling, and it takes some effort among auto enthusiasts to make them stand out in a crowd.  One example of an attention getter… more»

Real Rat Rod: 1936 Ford Coupe

With so many vintage autos nowadays being restored to perfection, it’s no wonder the owners are afraid to drive them, with most of their travel being on top of trailers.  The owner of this 1936 Ford Coupe here on… more»

No Reserve 1959 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

Certain trends in automobile styling have a history of coming and going, with one unforgettable example popular in the fifties being tail fins.  These sculptures in the sheet metal usually started on the tops of quarter panels and extended… more»

34k Miles? 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia

We seem to run across quite a few interesting VW Beetles here at Barn Finds, from well-preserved survivors to wild customs, and just about everything in between.  However, Karmann Ghia sightings are less frequent, and our thanks go out… more»

9k Mile 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds

Based on the stylish Cutlass Calais G-Body, the Hurst/Olds made one last return for 1983 and 1984, before finally saying goodbye to the Oldsmobile lineup.  In the earlier years, the H/O was synonymous with high-performance, and while the fifteenth-anniversary… more»

Sitting 40 Years: 1973 Dodge Charger SE 440

The seller of this 1973 Dodge Charger SE describes this car as one heck of a barn find, and for ’73 standards, I have to agree that this is just about as fine as B-Bodies could be had for… more»

Aeroback 4-Speed: 1979 Oldsmobile 442

Some might say the late-seventies Cutlass Salon is among the least favorites of all Oldsmobiles ever to offer a 442 package, and this era certainly doesn’t get much recognition, as there don’t seem to be very many around these… more»

No Reserve 1969 Dodge Charger

Whenever possible, I’m typically a stickler for originality, and one who usually appreciates keeping a classic numbers-matching during a restoration.  However, this 1969 Dodge Charger here on eBay has me thinking differently, as it seems ripe not necessarily for… more»

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