The 1964 model year was a turning point for Studebaker Corp. After trying everything they could to stay competitive, sales continued to fall and Studebaker was forced to close its South Bend, Indiana manufacturing plant. That shifted all remaining… more»
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Numbers-Matching Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Cars from the 1950s and 1960s have earned a reputation for experiencing rust issues. Manufacturers battled with the problem for years, but the onset of tin worm saw many desirable classics reduced to little more than a pile of… more»
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Garage-Kept Survivor: 1990 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
We’ve recently seen a few low-mile classics at Barn Finds, some more desirable than others. This 1990 Camaro IROC-Z will tick the boxes for many, and some will find its unmolested state and range-topping V8 irresistible. The seller claims… more»
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66k Original Miles: 1965 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport
I had a privileged upbringing. That is not to say that I come from a wealthy family. My privilege was to live in a home where classic cars were admired and enjoyed. A few found their way into the… more»
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18K Mile Supercar: 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
How many times do you need to see a classic sports car that is criminally under-valued before you make a move? That’s the question I ask myself every time I see a C4-chassis Corvette ZR1 come up for sale,… more»
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No Reserve: 1966 Ford Mustang
The 1966 model year marked what many would consider the high point for the First Generation Mustang. More potent and highly desirable versions were waiting in the wings, but the Mustang set a sales record that many manufacturers envied…. more»
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1984 Chrysler LeBaron Town & Country Convertible
History will undoubtedly paint Lido “Lee” Iacocca as one of the greats of American automotive history. His successes at Ford and his ability to dig Chrysler out of a financial black hole that threatened to reduce “The Big Three”… more»
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One-Owner with Patina! 1964 Chevrolet C-20
Chevrolet redesigned its trucks in 1960 under the C/K naming convention (C = rear-wheel drive, K = four-wheel-drive). The C-10 was the ½-ton pick-up while the C-20 was the ¾-ton model. The trucks competed head-to-head with the Ford F-Series… more»
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400 V8 Survivor: 1973 Dodge Charger SE
Dodge’s popular Charger would enjoy a 58% sales increase in 1973, making it the best year yet for the mid-size luxury/muscle car. We’re not sure that any one reason accounted for that success other than the fuselage styling adopted… more»
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Time Capsule? 1975 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
Though the peak of the U.S. muscle car era had come and gone by then, the 1975 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am had its best sales year up to that point. And it was still two years before Smokey and… more»
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76k Original Miles: 1983 Mazda RX-7 GSL
The Mazda RX-7, in its various guises, remains the most successful production car ever powered by the revolutionary Wankel rotary engine. It was not only a marketing winner but proved a giant killer in global motorsport. This 1983 RX-7… more»
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Stunning Estate Find: 1936 Ford Deluxe Coupe
We’ve recently seen a few classics at Barn Finds that have emerged from estates, and this 1936 Ford Deluxe Coupe is an absolute beauty. It isn’t perfect, but its presentation and condition guarantee it will turn heads, and the… more»
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Cali Cruiser: 1960 Studebaker Lark VI Wagon
By 1960, problems at Studebaker were legion. Ford had increased production dramatically in 1953, and price cuts followed industry-wide. Studebaker had the highest labor costs in the industry. As prices fell, its profits disappeared, and its balance sheet deteriorated…. more»
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WE4 Package: 1987 Buick Regal Turbo
We all know and love (well, most of us) the Buick Grand National for its impressive performance and 80s-era charm. The trouble is, the prices for high-quality examples has spiked dramatically in recent years, and thanks to GM’s marketing… more»
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Perfect Platform? Low Mileage 1979 Chevrolet Malibu
When it comes to building a hot rod, it’s generally preferable to buy a car with a drivetrain already installed and ideally, fully sorted out. However, there are some instances where purchasing a roller makes sense, particularly if you… more»
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1-of-17? 1969 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500
Rarity claims will always ignite debate within the classic world, and I expect my research on this 1969 Ford Shelby Mustang GT500 to be no different. The 1969 GT500 wasn’t produced in huge numbers, and the combination of options… more»
