By 1970, everyone except undersea creatures and Soviet prisoners knew an American horsepower war invaded nearly every market segment in the land of the Stars and Stripes. Different racing series inspired different fans, and the Boss 302 Mustang became… more»
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One-Year-Only Color: 1968 Dodge Charger Project
With over 20 different colors available, buyers who couldn’t wait to get their hands on a new second-generation Charger back in 1968 had plenty of paint options to choose from, including a one-year-only hue known as Bright Blue Poly… more»
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Hot Rod Project? 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To many, the 1957 Chevrolets were the most attractive of the Tri-Five series (1955 to 1957). They gained tailfins that year but were tastefully done and not over the top like the winged wonders over at Chrysler. The Bel… more»
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Garage Find: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 380SL
It seems that in certain environments, the idea of a “weekend car” or “summer car” is embedded in the local culture to such a degree that it’s hardly a surprise when a particular model appears as a barn find…. more»
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Mechanically Refreshed: 1978 Avanti II
The Avanti nameplate is one with incredible staying power. Whether you define staying power as its resiliency through multiple acquisitions and take-overs or simply due to the fact that the cars still come up for sale quite often, the… more»
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1937 LaSalle Series 50 Two-Passenger Coupe
If ever a car was sold by the look of its grille, it was the 1937 LaSalle. Harley Earl worked his magic for GM’s Cadillac division, distinguishing the brand’s junior line-up by creating a long, narrow grille to punctuate… more»
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66k Original Miles: 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
All of us have a car or two that we wish we had never sold. One of mine was a 1983 Cutlass Supreme that we had for more than a dozen years and it was darn reliable. So, this… more»
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No Reserve: 1968 Pontiac GTO Convertible Tribute
It is a harsh reality that the values of some classics have climbed to the point where ownership will forever remain a dream for some enthusiasts. That is where tribute vehicles fill the void. They offer a comparable ownership… more»
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1970 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe 400 V8
I don’t know if I’ve seen a Camaro Gold Chevy Impala before but I must have. It’s a pretty luxurious color but it fits this car well. This 1970 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe isn’t perfect but for anyone who… more»
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Restore or Restomod? 1959 Chevrolet Bel Air 4-Door Hardtop
Some people look at a project candidate and struggle to decide what path to take. Others have a lightbulb moment and develop a clear vision for the same car. That brings us to this 1959 Chevrolet Bel Air 4-Door… more»
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1-of-9: 1984 Audi Quattro
Some cars create barely a ripple on the automotive pond when released, facing the world wrapped in a cloak of mediocrity. Others cause a sensation courtesy of achingly beautiful styling, ground-breaking engineering and performance, or a combination of both…. more»
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Original 396: 1966 Chevrolet Impala 2-Door Post
This 1966 Chevrolet Impala looks like a mild-mannered classic but hides a potent secret below the surface. Its engine bay houses the car’s original big-block V8, guaranteeing it has the muscle to match its good looks. It is a… more»
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350 V8 Power! 1961 Studebaker Lark VIII
Studebaker-Packard didn’t have a lot to crow about after their mid-1950s merger, except for the compact Lark, which debuted in 1959. It gave Studebaker a shot in the sales arm, which was badly needed, and they beat the “Big… more»
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Desert Find: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
The Chevelle SS 396 was one of the most popular muscle cars of the 1960s and 1970s. The model was promoted to series status between 1966 and 1968, reverting to an RPO option on the Malibu after that. This… more»
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Untouched Original? 1950 Oldsmobile 88
Oldsmobile began brewing its OHV V8 engine during the 1945-1946 union strike that shut down GM production. Without much to do, Oldsmobile engine developer Gilbert Burrell sketched several new architectures, including a 90° V8. With approval and funding from the… more»
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Rare 1964 Jeep CJ-5A Tuxedo Park Mark IV
With my 8th anniversary at Barn Finds just a couple of days behind me, I thought I’d try to tackle a vehicle I rarely take on: a Jeep CJ. Some of you folks are experts and have owned them… more»
