The history of the American automobile is one of expansion and consolidation with a lot of drama thrown in for good measure. As Americans fell in love with the automobile, dozens of companies sprang up to meet the wants… more»
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American Pickers Auction Bike: 1948 Indian Chief
Is a vehicle worth extra if it has a connection to a famous name? That is the question presented by this 1948 Indian Chief. At first glance, this legendary motorcycle skates the line between restorable and a parts bike. … more»
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So Close to the Original: 1955 Corvette Replica
While there is a halo surrounding the 1953 Corvette for being first in a long line of legendary sports cars, critics are quick to point out the shortcomings of these early Corvettes. Some have hinted that the early Corvette’s… more»
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Original and Ready for the Road: 1937 Dodge Coupe
How did car companies maximize profits back in the day? Before the war, most automobile manufacturers offered cars with identical front ends, frames, and running gear with different bodies from the cowl back. This standardization of parts allowed them… more»
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Always Stored Inside: 1974 Jensen-Healey
If you take a bird’s eye view of the automotive marketplace post-WWII, you notice some interesting patterns. One of the most fascinating is the rise and fall of the British sports car. These fun-to-drive convertibles arrived on these shores… more»
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Seldom Seen Original: 1933 Willys Coupe
Rarity is a strange condition. Some items are rare because very few were produced. Some items are rare because they were poorly built and did not hold up as time passed. Others were used up and the remnants were… more»
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Fighter Jet Fixer Upper: Canadair F-86 Sabre Mk. 6
We write about a lot of unusual forms of transportation here at Barn Finds. As one of the staff writers, I have completed write-ups on motorcycles, trains, boats, and, of course, about every type of car ever produced. However,… more»
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1948 Ford Deluxe Coupe Barn Find
It comes as no surprise for seasoned car collectors that placing a car out of sight for a long time is not a good idea. Anything can happen when it is not under your watchful eye. Take for example… more»
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Floors Have a Couple of Holes: 1957 Chevrolet Nomad
As someone who lives under the illusion that they are a good writer, I have to admit that one of the hardest things to craft using the written word is subtle humor. It takes a lot of skill to… more»
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Possible Bargain: 1928 Ford Model A Tudor
One of the few bright spots in the prewar collector car world is the renewed interest in Ford’s humble Model A. Built from 1928 through 1931, Ford’s much more advanced successor to the venerable Model T was a hit… more»
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Big Block Powered: 1970 Chevrolet El Camino SS
Judging by the positive prose of both myself and the other writers here at Barn Finds along with the enthusiastic comments of our beloved readers, Chevrolet El Caminos are among the most popular types of vehicles featured in these… more»
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In Storage Since 1973: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
We all lead busy lives. Sometimes we see purchasing the car of our dreams as the mountain we have to climb. After reaching our goal, it is human nature to move on to another mountain. That may have been… more»
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Two Owners, 454 Engine, and 62K Miles: 1986 GMC Suburban
“There is no substitute for cubic inches” was a phrase that my grandfather often repeated when it came to trucks in general and tow vehicles in particular. He was correct for the time. In the seventies and early eighties,… more»
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Original Farm Find: 1985 Chevrolet El Camino SS
I am happy to count myself among a small, but vocal contingent of people who feel that General Motors should put the El Camino back in production. We hear all this incessant whining about how the average American doesn’t… more»
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2 for 1 Avanti Deal: 1963 Studebaker Avantis
Everyone loves a two-for-one deal. Usually, these come to you as a sale at your local grocery store. In the automotive world, they are a bit rare other than the occasional sales gimmick at a new car lot. I… more»
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Resurrected Parts Car: 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
For those of you not around for the glory days of automobile restoration back in the seventies and eighties, securing a parts car to assist in restoring the primary car was a common tactic. You would simply look for… more»
