The VW Type 1 (aka Beetle or Bug) was one of the most produced automobiles in history. From 1938 to 2003, 21.5 million copies of the quirky little car saw the light of day. The same platform was used… more»
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Museum Find: 1933 Rockne Model 10 Sedan
By the late 1920s, it was becoming apparent to automobile companies that it was better to have individual brands for each tier of automobile you produce. The most famous example would be the structure used by General Motors, with… more»
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77k Original Miles: 1968 Dodge Coronet R/T 440
We’ve recently seen a few excellent examples of Mopar muscle crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1968 Dodge Coronet R/T continues that trend. It probably isn’t perfect, but it appears to be a tidy, high-end driver with… more»
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Original Paint: 1962 Ford Fairlane 500 V8
In 1962, Ford shifted its Fairlane nameplate from a full-size product to a new mid-size platform to fill a gap between the Galaxie and the compact Falcon. The decision was a success, and the three categories would outsell the… more»
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No Reserve: 1991 Cadillac Brougham
The classic car scene is varied. Some enthusiasts focus on muscle or pony cars, while others seek icons like the Tri-Five Chevrolet range. However, another group prefers to live life at a more leisurely pace, and their focus is… more»
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Owned for 56 Years: 1949 Packard Sedan
While many of the cars we feature here at Barn Finds are advertised as a result of a family member passing on and an estate being settled, every once in a while, we see cars being sold, reluctantly, by… more»
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35k Original Miles: 1978 Chevrolet C10 Silverado
While some Pickups work hard to justify their existence, others lead a more sheltered life. This 1978 Chevrolet C10 Silverado falls into the second category and is guaranteed to turn heads due to its spotless presentation and custom pinstripes…. more»
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Genuine Survivor: 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A
We are no strangers to the 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A, and we have recently seen a few of these classics cross our desks at Barn Finds. They typically fall into two categories. Some are project candidates, while others are… more»
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Balloon Tire 3-Wheeler: 1970 Honda US90
Big deal, five extra tires, that’s what the internet is for, right? Just do a quick search and buy some new balloon tires, badda-bing. Wait, there aren’t any? I believe that the ribbed front tire is the one to… more»
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Nicest One Left? 39k-Mile 1968 Chrysler Newport
During the 1960s, the Newport was Chrysler’s entry-level product but it was far from modest in its features. The interiors were quite comfortable and a 383 cubic inch V8 (2-barrel) was standard equipment for plenty of power. This seller… more»
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All Business! 1937 Ford Model 78 Coupe
Ford hit a home run with its new nose for ’37, and a choice of two V8 engines offered something for everyone. This mostly-original business coupe came in “Model 78” form, indicating the larger 85 HP V8. It shows… more»
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Single Family Pickup: 1972 Ford Ranchero Squire
The Ford Ranchero debuted in 1957 as a pickup based on a 2-door station wagon platform. It morphed into a Falcon-based compact truck in 1960 and then to a mid-size in 1966, and it remained in the lineup through… more»
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Brass Era Project Car: 1913 Abbott-Detroit Speedster
It is hard to believe just how long cars have been around. Carl Benz is credited with producing the first workable automobile that could be mass-produced in 1886. While Benz soon had a lot of competition, the general thinking… more»
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One Family Owned: 53k Mile 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air
The 1958 Chevrolets are noteworthy today for being a one-year-only design. After the Tri-Fives of 1955-57, the cars became longer, wider, lower, and heavier in 1958. But Chevy would throw that out the window with another all-new “batwing” look… more»
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Garage Find: 1939 Ford De Luxe Convertible
We see a lot of customized prewar Fords here at Barn Finds. However, this 1939 Ford De Luxe Convertible for sale on Facebook Marketplace in Garland, Texas is advertised as a car customized back in the day. The funny… more»
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California Survivor: 1980 Plymouth Horizon
In 1980, things were pretty grim for the country in general and automobiles in particular. The prime interest rate in this country reached an all-time high of 21.5% and inflation sat stubbornly at 13.5%. Doomsday predictors were all forecasting… more»
