Many people are unaware that David Lee Roth wrote nearly all of the lyrics to the early Van Halen songs that weren’t modern versions of old classics. One of his most popular songs was “Everybody Wants Some,” which… more»
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Having It Your Way: 1967 Ford Mustang Coupe
By 1967, the Mustang was a little larger, and a bit more refined. Like a Whopper at Burger King, you could have it your way, with options that could make your car a sedate economy car or a tire… more»
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Like A CD At The Bank: 1986 Camaro IROC-Z
My travels took me by the bank today for a withdrawal, as it always seems to be, and I noticed that they were offering around 2% interest on long term certificates of deposit. Of course, this advertisement was not… more»
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Original Henry Steel: 1932 Ford Model B
Henry Ford had a knack for knowing what customers wanted long before even they did. Take for example the three most famous prewar Ford products. Nearly all cars manufactured at the time that the first Model T rolled off… more»
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Stepside Seafoam Stunner: 1969 Chevrolet C/10
For whatever reason, Chevrolet has always managed to produce cars and trucks that just plain look good. A lot of that had to do with GM’s styling department, and some of it was just plain luck. It is hard… more»
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Potential Heart Transplant: 1979 Chevrolet Corvette
Like many of you, I have been astounded at the huge amounts of horsepower people have been getting from Chevrolet LS series V-8 engines. While independent shops and many of the hot rod type magazines have built engines surpassing… more»
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Standing Still On Thunder Road: 1939 Ford Coupe
While American history is filled with amazing stories, perhaps one of the most complex and interesting is that of untaxed alcohol. Many immigrants to America from the 1600s on brought with them the talent, desire, and what they felt… more»
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Big Kids Bring Toys For Tots In Tennessee
For the third year in a row, Coker Tire, a vintage tire company headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, has sponsored a smaller version of their annual cruise in to benefit the United States Marine Corps Toys For Tots program. While… more»
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Low Cost High Performance: 1989 Camaro IROC-Z
Sometimes it is hard to see the dream cars of your youth roll past the 25 year marker that signifies that they are an “antique.” Yet, there are now a number third generation Camaros running around with antique or… more»
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Rennsport Bound: 1986 Porsche 944 4X4
On October 18, Porsche announced that the 2018 Rennsport Reunion will be held at The Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca on the beautiful Monterey Peninsula in California. The Rennsport Reunion is a four day extravaganza of all things Porsche, including… more»
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Vindicated By Time: 1934 DeSoto Airflow Sedan
At one time, Chrysler had a very strong reputation for engineering. Nearly all of that reputation was the result of Walter Chrysler hiring three very talented engineers, and trusting them with many of the decisions that quickly catapulted Chrysler… more»
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Full Classic For $8,000: 1941 Cadillac Sixty Special
This one is one of those too good to be true, but I have to check it out anyway deals. There has to be a catch, such as a picture of a restored car to lure you in to… more»
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Luxury Cruise Missile: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
When looking for cars to write about for Barn Finds, I often find myself searching for cars that would make fine drivers for collectors on a budget. My criteria are simply that the car may need a small amount… more»
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Step Into The Light: 1961 Ford Falcon Sedan Delivery
From time to time, we feature a Ford Falcon here on Barn Finds, and the general consensus from the readership is that they are pretty cool cars. Built as a low cost compact, the Falcon built a fan base… more»
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George Barris Style: 1970 Cadillac Del Caballero
In the world of car customizers, the name Barris is legendary. George and Sam Barris quickly made a name for themselves in Southern California at a time when the area was waist deep in talent. Their custom cars, made… more»
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Hippies Love Biodegradables: 1969 Volkswagon Camper
Occasionally, a vehicle is tied to a time, an event, or even an era by history. While not as influential as the Beetle, the Volkswagen Van and its camper variant was as integral a part of the sixties as… more»
