You could wander into your local Ford dealership today and drive away in a new Bronco that would function as an effective tow vehicle. However, be prepared to pay dearly for the privilege of owning a vehicle that will… more»
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Feb 10, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Single-Family Owned For 121 Years: 1903 Mercedes-Simplex 60 HP ‘Roi des Belges’
While those of us who yearn for a “pre-war” car are eyeing Model As or even a Model T for around $20k at the most, a select few have a different car in mind. These folks are positioning their… more»
Feb 10, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Triple Black Treat: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda
Particular paint and trim combinations virtually guarantee that a classic will turn heads. Such is the case with this 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda. These are inherently attractive cars, but the original owner’s decision to adopt a “triple black” approach helps… more»
Feb 10, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Affordable Project: 1986 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
We’ve recently seen a few affordable project candidates at Barn Finds, and this one-owner 1986 Camaro Z28 is priced to sell quickly. It requires a cosmetic refresh but is a solid candidate with an interior that needs nothing. The… more»
Feb 10, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Spotless Survivor: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302
What do you believe to be the greatest First Generation Mustang ever produced? Undoubtedly, some readers will select a vehicle from the Shelby range, while others will opt for a Mach 1. A third group will provide compelling arguments… more»
Feb 10, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Real SS Convertible? 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle
After the Pontiac GTO met with great success, Chevrolet would counter-program with the Chevelle SS 396. It became a series of its own from 1966 to 1968, reverting to option status in 1969. This 1970 Malibu convertible wears SS… more»
Feb 10, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
A Stylist Gets His Way: 1954 Kaiser Darrin
Howard “Dutch” Darrin was anything but a conventional car designer. Born in Crawford, New Jersey, Darrin was a fighter pilot for France in World War I and ended up as a part owner of a custom automobile design house… more»
Feb 10, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Fun Driver: 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Stating that a particular classic is better than any show car is bold, but that is the claim made by the current owner of this 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. Its exterior looks faded and tired, but its saving grace… more»
Feb 9, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
1 of 400 Convertibles: 1954 Packard Caribbean
To help move away from the market’s perception of them selling luxurious, but stodgy cars, Packard introduced the Caribbean in 1953. These high-end cars were built in 1956 and would be one of the company’s finest hours (until the… more»
Feb 9, 2024 • For Sale • 42 Comments
Last of the Breed: 1979 Cadillac Sedan deVille
Cadillac fans have anguished for more than the past four decades about the direction of the brand. Once the “Standard of the World,” Cadillac has produced some great cars and also some real clunkers over that time. While it… more»
Feb 9, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
46k Original Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
Buyers seeking a turnkey classic to park in their garage currently face an enormous range of choices in the market. With prices beginning to rebound after a tough year in 2023, now might be the time to strike. An… more»
Feb 9, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Parked in The ’80s: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette 454
The 1974 model year was a significant one in the production cycle of the C3 Corvette. It was the last opportunity buyers had to order their new toy with the iconic big-block under the hood. This garage find is… more»
Feb 9, 2024 • For Sale • 39 Comments
Estate Find: 11K-Mile 1976 Ford LTD Brougham
Most people won’t instantly think of the old TV show Barnaby Jones every time they see a brown Ford LTD from the 1970s, but I do. Maybe that’s why I have no friends, I spend too much time on… more»
Feb 9, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
1 of 1,640: 1956 Hudson Hornet Hollywood
Once the pent-up demand for new automobiles post-World War II was resolved, the grim reaper would start to come after the independent automakers. This included Kaiser-Frazer Corp, Nash-Kelvinator Corp., and Hudson Motor Car Co. To survive, the latter two… more»
Feb 9, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Imported from England: 1962 Land Rover Project
If you watch movies like Born Free or Hatari! from the 1960s, you’re likely to see a Land Rover running around. Nothing like the ultra-luxurious Land Rovers of today, they were rough-and-tough Jeep-like pickups with aluminum bodies. The Series… more»
Feb 9, 2024 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Tarp Life is No Life: 1974 Lotus Europa
Lotus Europas have a reputation for being rather fragile. Part of that is due to Colin Chapman’s never-ending desire to make his cars as light as possible. Another part of that is Chapman’s perchance for being parsimonious. When you… more»
