I am not a fan of economic rationalism. I acknowledge it is a necessary evil of business, but I believe it has cost far too many iconic marques in the automotive world. Oldsmobile joined that list in 2004, and… more»
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43k Original Miles: 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
Few people in 1970 had any idea how profoundly the automotive landscape would change over the next three years. The carefree days of the 1960s were fading to a distant memory, while the double whammy of tighter emission regulations… more»
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Cheap Wheels Survivor: 1977 AMC Gremlin
The AMC Gremlin was a quirky subcompact with a quirky name. It was in production from 1970 to 1978 and American Motors sold 671,000 copies throughout the decade. Under the skin, it was a Hornet with 12 inches removed… more»
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74k Original Miles: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
If I examined every Chevrolet Camaro featured at Barn Finds since the site’s creation, most would probably be the SS or Z28 variants. However, classics like this 1968 Camaro deserve more than a passing glance. It appears to be… more»
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Same Owner Since ’67: 1962 Chrysler Newport Hardtop
Many people seeking a classic to park in their garage view a long-term ownership history favorably. This 1962 Chrysler Newport Hardtop ticks that box, with the seller confirming that the previous owner became its custodian in 1967. The seller… more»
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Triple Black Survivor: 1974 Oldsmobile 98
Our own Renaissance Man and Jack of all trades, Todd Fitch, showed us a triple-black Imperial a few days ago here on Barn Finds, and here’s another giant, triple-black luxury car from the early 1970s from the other side… more»
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2-for-1: 1984 Chrysler LeBaron Town & Country
I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like a potential bargain. This is particularly true when they are searching for a project candidate to park in their workshop. This 1984 Chrysler LeBaron Town & Country kills two birds with one… more»
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Patina Pickup: 1954 Chevrolet 3600
Older Pickups remain one of the star performers in the classic market, with enthusiasts split equally on the subject of preservation, restoration, and custom builds. This 1954 Chevrolet 3600 is a prime example of the breed, and while its… more»
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Desert Find: 1968 Opel Kadett Wagon
The seller pulled this 1968 Opel Kadett Wagon out of the Arizona desert where it had reportedly been its whole life until being moved to the great state of Virginia. Despite the burnt and faded paint (just think what… more»
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Black Plate Survivor: 1966 Dodge Charger
Remember the “Dodge Rebellion” advertising used by the Chrysler division in the mid to late 1960s? The company wanted to make sure buyers knew that when it came to performance, its dealers were the place to go. The Charger… more»
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Daily Driver: 1961 International Harvester Scout 80
Daily drivers come in all shapes and sizes, and some classics are more obvious candidates for the role than others. This 1961 International Scout 80 is a perfect example. It is rough around the edges and would undoubtedly benefit… more»
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Road Ready: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie Gasser
Hiding in this garage is a 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie Gasser. It had occupied the same spot since its racing days ended in 1985. However, the seller recently revived it, returning the car to a roadworthy state while preserving… more»
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BF Auction: 1991 GMC Sierra Z71 4×4 Survivor
For many years, trucks like this 1991 GMC Sierra were viewed as old work trucks. As a result, most of them worked hard and were disposed of when repairing them no longer made sense. Now that it’s hard to… more»
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BF Auction: 1969 Lincoln Continental Mk III
In 1969, Lincoln debuted the Continental Mark III in an attempt to recapture the luxury image of the Continental Mark II. While the MK III doesn’t look all that much like its predecessor, it succeeded at capturing what made… more»
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More Show Than Go? 1984 Chevrolet El Camino SS
Chevrolet’s El Camino returned in 1964 as a mid-size “gentleman’s pickup” and remained in the Chevelle/Malibu line-up until its rear-wheel drive was retired in 1987. The truck usually outsold its contemporary at Ford, the Ranchero, which had kicked off… more»
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52 Years of Storage and 55K Miles: 1935 Ford Sedan Delivery
Like our primate cousins, we are curious creatures. We dream about what might be inside when we see something that potentially hides a prize. Like how people playing “Let’s Make a Deal” with Monty Hall on TV would bet… more»
