When it comes to trucks, the Ford F-Series has a very well-earned reputation for reliability and durability. That durability was never more evident than in the heavy-duty versions of the company’s sixth generation of trucks. If you have a… more»
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Too Much Patina? 1948 Indian Chief
The overwhelming urge to restore every old vehicle has waned in the past few decades. In previous years, full restorations were common. It is now socially acceptable to keep an artifact in its original condition as long as it… more»
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Original Paint and Parts Panhead: 1965 Harley Davidson FLH
Harley has made a lot of money-making modern versions of their historic motorcycles. However, what if you could get an authentic 1965 Harley with original paint and parts for the same price as one on the showroom floor today? … more»
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First One Off the Line: 1985 Avanti II
“Hail Marys” rarely work for carmakers on the brink of failure. Creating a distinctive car to lure customers into showrooms doesn’t fix the underlying issues that cause makers to exit the marketplace. Studebaker tried in vain with the Avanti. … more»
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Rare Indy Pace Car: 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
It has been a longstanding tradition for a domestic production car to be selected for the honor of pacing the Indianapolis 500. Not only does the selection expose millions of race fans to a new automobile, but several special… more»
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Off the Road Since Truman: 1936 Dodge Tudor
It was the year the movie “The Day the Earth Stood Still” debuted. The first color television signal was broadcast from the Empire State Building, and the show “I Love Lucy” hit TV for the first time. Harry Truman… more»
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Museum Find: 1911 Ford Model T Touring
Henry Ford’s Model T’s impact on America and the world cannot be overstated. Debuting in an era when cars were the play toy of the rich, Ford’s simple but reliable Model T made the automobile a mainstream necessity that… more»
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Backyard Easter Eggs: Small Citroen Collection
As Easter approaches, the return of pastel colors helps to drive out the doldrums of winter and remind us of resurrection, rebirth, and renewal. If you are a fan of pastel colors, soft shapes, and “all in one basket”… more»
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Stephen King Movie Car: 1973 Buick Electra 225
When people plunk down the money to purchase a collectible car, they usually do so for one of two reasons: as an investment or for enjoyment. Throwing money down the drain is never a good idea, but sometimes cars… more»
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59,000 Miles, Four Speed, Original: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
While the Trans Am name is synonymous with Burt Reynolds and his magnum opus “Smokey and the Bandit,” the sportier version of the Pontiac Firebird was around a lot longer than that. If you are looking for a very… more»
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20 Foot Ferrari: 1987 Pontiac Fiero Mera
From 1980 to 1988, a very popular TV show called Magnum PI depicted a private detective who tooled around Hawaii in a Ferrari 308. In a country already in love with cars of all sorts, Americans fell in love… more»
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The Saab Collectors Overlook: 1969 Saab 99
Everyone is familiar with the Saab 96, 900, 9000, and the unique Sonnett. However, the company also produced a very good, and larger, vehicle to share the showroom with the 96 called the Saab 99. Many were produced but… more»
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Luxury Sleeper: Supercharged 1991 Cadillac Brougham
It is no secret that we all here at Barn Finds hold a special place in our little black hearts for luxury barges. The floating on marshmallow creme ride and having your own zip code are two experiences we… more»
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Build Your Own EM-50: 1976 GMC Motorhome
Every once in a while, General Motors hits a bases-loaded home run. From the small block V-8 and the Tri-Five Chevies to the C-8 Corvette, when GM gets something right it makes history. Take for example the brief period… more»
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“T” Ya Later: 1923 Ford T-Bucket
The definition of a “hot rod” is broad and deep. Anything from a modified late-model car to a vintage belly tanker can be an example. However, when you mention the term, most people think of what is commonly known… more»
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Legendary Handling: 1973 Lotus Europa
When Colin Chapman sat down to design sports cars, his primary goal was to make the vehicle light as possible. While others were adding weight in the name of horsepower and the braking, wide wheels and tires, beefed up… more»
