“Mr. Norm’s Grand Spaulding Dodge” opened in 1962 under the youthful ownership of 28 year-old Norman Kraus aka “Mr. Norm.” The Chicago dealer cranked out more than its share of potent muscle cars, providing dynamometer tuning and catering to… more»
R-Code 427 Roller! 1963 1/2 Ford Galaxie 500 XL
Whether on NASCAR tracks or NHRA drag strips, Ford’s full-sized Galaxie fastback, a mid-year “1963 1/2” release, made a name for itself and caught the attention of spectators and consumers alike. The seller of this one comes right out… more»
Three Good Corners! 1963 Oldsmobile Starfire
“Pure glamor… with a touch of adventure!” That’s how Oldsmobile’s sales brochure described the 1963 Starfire. The sportiest of Oldsmobile’s full-sized lineup that year came standard with leather bucket seats, center console, automatic transmission, and the “famous” 394 Starfire… more»
Rare Early GT! 1965 Ford Mustang GT Hardtop
Ford knew it hit a home run with the Mustang almost immediately, and the GT package helped buyers combine popular performance and cosmetic options into one bundle. This 1965 Ford Mustang GT Hardtop in Granada Hills, California looks better… more»
Time Campsule! 1972 Xplorer 224 Camper Van
America’s post-war investment in a vast Interstate Highway System after World War II put long-distance road-trips within reach of novice vacationers. The idea of a self-contained “House Car,” as they were initially called, dates back nearly to the dawn… more»
Todd’s Rods! What’s in the Garage?
Before reading on, take your best guess to identify each of the vehicles visible here! For my 1000th Barnfinds post (and after multiple requests) I’m sharing a glimpse of the current fleet here on Fitch Mountain aka Todd’s Island… more»
Owned 41 Years! 1970 AMC AMX
Like a breath of fresh air, this AMX comes to market offered by its owner of 40+ years, exalted in a listing here on eBay that includes many key details that fall by the wayside when classics land on… more»
1 of 1268 V-Code! 1970 Dodge Super Bee
Imagine this 1970 Dodge Super Bee trolling for victims in the streets of Brooklyn, New York and you’ll get some flavor for how this custom-painted muscle car –and its owner– spent their youth. Originally one of 1268 V-code Super… more»
Original 305 V6! 1961 GMC Wideside
Forgive yourself if you’re not familiar with the this truck’s original 305 cid (5.0L) V6 powerplant. Before GMC trucks became a virtual clone of Chevy in every way, GMC made its own line of engines including some interesting V6… more»
Dual-Quad 427! 1964 Ford Galaxie 500
Gear-heads yearning to unleash the power of Ford’s 1964 NASCAR entry couldn’t get much closer than a 427-powered four-speed Galaxie fastback. This 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL in Pacifica, California left the Twin Cities assembly plant in Saint Paul,… more»
A12 Six-Pack Four-Speed! 1969 Dodge Super Bee
The mid-year 1969 “A12” package turned the already spicy Super Bee into one hot pepper, a green pepper in this case. Decoding the (detached) fender tag confirms this 1969 Dodge Super Bee in Denver, Colorado came with the A12… more»
Linchero! 1979 Lincoln St. Tropez Pickup
In the world of the half pickup, half car, a market segment Australians call the “Ute”, Ford Motor Company provided one option for 1979, the Ford Ranchero. Ford fans with a desire to upstage their neighbor’s loaded Ranchero had… more»
Air Grabber 4-Speed! 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
Plymouth struck gold when branding its Road Runner. A $50,000 deal with Warner Brothers bought the rights to the popular speedy cartoon character’s “Road Runner” name and its “Beep Beep” horn sound. The cartoon Road Runner beat its opponent… more»
















