Texas Collection: Fords, Chevrolets, and More!

It’s kind of sad when you see someone selling off a collection of cars. Especially when they appear to be prized possessions that have been kept in a museum-like environment. But it’s not such a teary occasion when you… more»

Rare, Original, Highly Optioned: 1973 Dodge Adventurer SE Truck

In the genre of “Truck”, Dodge generated its share of collector-worthy models. The Sweptside, the Power Wagon, the Adventurer…. wait, the Adventurer? The Adventurer was introduced as a trim package for the second generation D-series Dodge truck when it… more»

All Original: 1972 Dodge Charger

The introduction of the Third Generation Dodge Charger in 1971 brought significant styling changes. Gone was the familiar Coke-bottle appearance for what became known as “fuselage” styling. This change made the Charger look more imposing, and while it didn’t… more»

1-of-34: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Convertible

Some cars make a stunning visual statement but lack the substance to match their good looks. That is not the case with this 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Convertible. With the company only producing 834 Road Runner Convertibles during that… more»

Loaded Original Hardtop: 1957 Cadillac Fleetwood

This 1957 Cadillac Fleetwood is incredible in that the seller says that it’s all original other than having an electric fuel pump. Well, and the engine was supposedly rebuilt before they bought it 24 years ago, but that’s it…. more»

Lap of Luxury: 1988 Jeep Grand Wagoneer

The 1988 Grand Wagoneer is a world removed from the models that cemented the company’s name in automotive folklore following World War II. Those vehicles represented off-roading at its most basic, while the Grand Wagoneer offered a similar experience… more»

The Boss is Back: 1982 Ford Mustang GT

In September 1981, Motor Trend magazine pasted a picture of the Mustang GT on the cover of its magazine declaring “The Boss is Back.” It claimed the “new” 5.0 Liter H.O. engine could propel the car from 0 to… more»

How To Write an Ad: 1967 Dodge Power Wagon

While I enjoy writing for Barn Finds, I think I speak for all of the writers here when I tell you some ads make the job difficult.  You have to type a lot to hit the word limits in… more»

Only One In The US? 1963 Mitsubishi Colt 1000

Mitsubishi didn’t begin to import cars into the U.S. under their brand until 1982. Before that, they provided some subcompacts to Chrysler to use in the 1970s. That was the first time the Colt name became familiar to U.S…. more»

Back To The Future: 1951 Nash Airflyte

As did Chrysler with the Airflow of the 1930s, Nash also dabbled in aerodynamics in the design of their cars in the late 1940s. The 1949-51 editions of Nash automobiles were dubbed Airflytes though they looked something like upside-down… more»

Scary Prospect? No Reserve 1973 AMC Gremlin

Lets just start with what TIME magazine calls one of the ’50 worst cars of all time’. Despite this, there is a dedicated following of these compact malaise-era cars, which means that someone loves these unusual models. Myself, I… more»

Unreal Garage Find: 1971 Dodge Challenger

The Dodge Challenger will always be a popular model among muscle car enthusiasts, but it’s amazing how much more desirable even a plain-jane 318 car can become when one is discovered in a garage still wearing its California blue… more»

Sweet Short Bed: 1986 Ford F150 4X4

Sometimes, you feel like it’s possible to look into the future by assessing which models are hot right now. That’s the sense I get when looking at this super clean 1986 Ford F150 4×4 pickup with the desirable short… more»

Survivor! 1926 Ford Model T Touring

The legacy of the Ford Model T is difficult to overstate. This is the car that helped put the world on wheels – the kind of wheels without a horse in front. Sure, cars other than the Model T… more»

Solid Survivor: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS

Cars from the 1980s are gaining traction in the classic market, especially those with a V8 under the hood. There are many reasons for this, including the fact that they represent an affordable entry point for the latest generation… more»

42k Original Miles: 1973 Lincoln Continental

When an enthusiast embarks on a quest for a classic car to park in their garage, the best strategy is to start the process by compiling a list of requirements. Beyond the preferred make and model, they should decide… more»

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