When I hear the term “Personal Luxury Coupe”, I always drift towards thoughts of Pontiac’s Grand Prix or Chevrolet’s Monte Carlo. Ford, however, priescently invented the segment with the 1958 introduction of the “Square Bird” – and they made… more»
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One Prior Owner: 1987 Dodge Aries
The K-car line-up of automobiles, including the Dodge Aries, is credited with saving Chrysler Corp. from extinction in the 1980s. The company’s dependence on stodgy big cars in the 1970s almost did them in, but the front-wheel-drive, gas-sipping K-cars… more»
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One Owner Survivor: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Some readers will take one look at this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu and immediately dismiss it for having too many doors. However, doing so could be a mistake, because it is a genuine one-owner survivor with a freshly rebuilt… more»
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Power Pak! 1969 Ford F-100 Farm & Ranch Special
Well, here’s a rare one, and you’d never know it by looking at the exterior photos. At least without zooming in on the faded Farm & Ranch Special decal above the front fenders on each side. That isn’t even… more»
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Tri-Power 427 Project: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette L71
1968 was a prime time to pay a visit to your Chevrolet dealer, as not only was America’s sports car still offering several great engine options, but the two-seater also got a redesign with a completely new body. Unfortunately,… more»
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30k-Mile Project: 1967 Buick Electra
The Electra (aka “225”) was the flagship automobile built by Buick from 1959 to 1990. The 225 surname was a nod to the car’s length in inches. It was produced on the same C-body platform as other top-of-the-line big… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
This 1980 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, available now on Barn Finds, is a rare two-owner example with an incredible backstory and a well-preserved presentation. Currently located in Bristol, Connecticut, it shows 116,000 miles and retains its original 305 V8 with… more»
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Fully Loaded: 1971 Pontiac Grand Ville Convertible
Some classics receive a decent run at Barn Finds, while others are seen less frequently. This 1971 Pontiac Grand Ville Convertible falls into the latter category, with the company’s low production tally almost guaranteeing that fact. This is a… more»
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Simply Stunning: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
Some classics are so stunning that identifying a single outstanding point is seemingly impossible. Such is the case with this 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air. From its sparkling paint to its striking interior, this Bow-Tie icon has much to offer… more»
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Super Rare: 1972 Buick Skylark Sun Coupe
It is staggering to believe that in an era when manufacturers were keeping fairly comprehensive records, there is no definitive production total for the 1972 Buick Skylark Sun Coupe. Regardless of which of the many estimates you might choose… more»
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Matching Numbers Big-Block: 1966 Chevy Caprice Project
Chevrolet’s Caprice was introduced in the mid-1960s as the top-tier trim level for the full-size line, offering more luxury and style than the Impala or Bel Air. By 1966, it was available with some serious power under the hood,… more»
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Forgotten Workhorse: Vintage Mack Truck with Lowboy Trailer
Sometimes a project comes along that isn’t just a vehicle—it’s a piece of working history. That’s the case with this vintage Mack truck and lowboy trailer, recently pulled from long-term storage and now available here on craigslist in the… more»
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Field Find: 1970 Chevrolet Camaro SS RS
Chevrolet sold 700,000 Camaro “pony cars” in its first three years on the market (1967-69). So, an all-new design was on the schedule for 1970. Production delays resulted in the cars arriving in showrooms late by five months, contributing… more»
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54K Mile Survivor: 1971 AMC Ambassador
Last week, I covered this beautifully restored 1960 Rambler American, and today, I’m going to stay in an AMC vein but move things forward eleven years and review this 1971 Ambassador, a find courtesy of Barney. Unlike the American,… more»
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One Family Owned: 1978 Datsun 280Z
Was the 280Z the last great Z car? Or was it great at all? In the beginning, Datsun tried very hard to read the room when it introduced the 240Z, engaging in a long development period geared toward meticulous… more»
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RHD Wagon: 1998 Toyota Caldina AWD
Not all of the automobile nameplates built abroad make it to the U.S. Case in point is the Toyota Caldina, a station wagon that was largely sold on its home turf. It was produced across three generations from 1992… more»
