Ford’s Econoline arrived in 1961 on a derivative of the Ford Falcon’s compact chassis as a replacement for the F-series panel van. With its engine between the front seats, the entire floor pan behind the seats was available for… more»
Signed by The King: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
The 1979 Daytona 500 had almost everything. Broadcast on television from flag-to-flag, it featured a nail-biting battle for the lead between two drivers during the final laps. It ended with both wrecked on the infield within sight of the… more»
Rebuilt 394: Affordable 1961 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Hardtop Sedan
Affordability is often a key consideration as enthusiasts search for a classic project to park in their workshop. This 1961 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Hardtop Sedan ticks that box, courtesy of the seller’s asking price of $3,200 OBO. Adding… more»
Well Documented: 1976 Ford F150 Ranger XLT
Sometimes it is documentation that separates a good classic from a great one. Take this 1976 Ford F150 Ranger XLT as a prime example. It is a solid and rust-free Californian survivor. However, the inclusion of a collection of… more»
Rust-Free Top To Bottom? 1977 Ford Ranchero
The seller says this 1977 Ford Ranchero Brougham is “rust-free, to bottom” and despite the primer on the parts that would normally be rusty, it does look pretty solid in the photos. Maybe the primer was just used to… more»
Recent Big Spend: 1963 Oldsmobile Super 88
Locating a classic where an owner has spent a considerable sum to ensure the vehicle is in excellent health is always a welcome find. It is also the story behind this 1963 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Hardtop. The seller… more»
How Much?! 1972 Schwinn Orange Krate
Our own “pedal maniac Michelle” showed us a nice, mostly original Schwinn Sting-Ray a couple of weeks ago here on Barn Finds, and here’s another vintage bike: a 1972 Schwinn Orange Krate five-speed! An orange bike with a small… more»
Four-Speed Short Bed: 1969 Ford F-100 Ranger
The archetypal hero of literature and cinema is the strong, silent type, but that motif perhaps shouldn’t extend to salesmanship. This is the exact text of the craigslist ad for this ’69 Ford: “1969 ford ranger f100 asking 15,000… more»
8k-Mile Survivor: 1957 Chevrolet 210 Series
When a tri-five Chevy enters the marketplace, it’s hard to know upfront what to expect, as so many have already been restored or modified. However, examples falling into the survivor category are getting fewer and farther between, and this… more»
Rust-Free Driver: 1977 Chevrolet Camaro
It is interesting how some enthusiasts tend to focus on the high-performance variants when searching for a pony car to park in their garage. That is understandable, although such cars typically come at a premium price. This 1977 Camaro… more»
That New Car Smell! 1989 Chrysler TC By Maserati
Talk about a car that gets no respect. Chrysler’s Turbo Convertible by Maserati is near the top of that list. But every car has its fans, and if ever you were to be swayed into the TC’s court, this… more»
340/4-Speed: 1969 Dodge Dart GTS
There is no shame in buying a classic that has been restored by another enthusiast. Sometimes circumstances don’t allow a person to tackle a project build, making cars like this 1969 Dodge Dart GTS an ideal option. I must… more»
Single-Owner 1964 Porsche 356C
The 1964 Porsche 356C was the last model the company produced before introducing the 911. The 356s had gained popularity, and the company’s reputation for building excellent sports cars was growing. The 356C was the final hoorah for the… more»
Updated 400: 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ
This 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ is a classic deserving a close look. It presents very nicely, and it appears to be rust-free. However, the low-mile replacement 400ci V8 under its hood could be its trump card. It makes… more»
All Original L79/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
The Chevrolet Chevelle had a plethora of fine engine options to choose from in ‘68, with no less than three variants of the 327. Shy of stepping up to a big block, whoever bought this one drove home with… more»
52k-Mile Survivor: 1972 Dodge Challenger Rallye
What a difference a year can make. In 1971, you could order a Dodge Challenger convertible as an R/T with a 383, 440, or 426 Hemi V8 engine. But in 1972, you couldn’t get any of that, with the… more»
















