Hahn is so obscure that it really only exists in the minds of firetruck enthusiasts. Even amidst that grey matter, it competes with many more popular makes. W. G. Hahn & Bro. started making wagons, autos, and trucks in… more»
Barn Finds
One Year Only: 1958 Chevrolet Corvette

Completely coincidentally, I have been looking to acquire a ’58 Corvette for a few months now. Only this morning I found this very car, not on Barn Finds or eBay, but directly at Gullwing’s website; now here it has… more»
Grabber Project: 1974 Ford Maverick

The Maverick was Ford’s second success story of the 1960s. The Mustang debuted to phenomenal demand in 1964 and – five years later (to the day) – the Maverick was introduced. The Falcon, which spawned both cars, had aged… more»
R-code 428 V8: 1969 Ford Torino Cobra Jet

The R-code designation for Ford engines in the 1960s was lingo for the company’s racing motors. It began with some potent 427s being dropped into earlier Galaxie 500s. Later, they turned to the lighter Fairlanes and Torinos and used… more»
Blank Canvas: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda

When it was new, this 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda offered looks and performance that would satisfy most enthusiasts. Its glory days seem long behind it, and it will require a dedicated individual to regain its lost youth. It is a… more»
Early SUV: 1960 Willys Jeep Utility Wagon

Willys is famous for making the all-purpose Jeep during (and after) World War II. The name lives on today as a part of the Chrysler Corporation portfolio. After the war, they began making a station wagon (2WD) and a… more»
Fairly Complete? 1969 Dodge Charger

Sometimes it’s a matter of perspective. Is the glass half full or half empty? Have you traveled many miles on your journey, or do you have many miles to go? Such is the case with this 1969 Dodge Charger…. more»
Fallen Flag: 1954 Hudson Jet-Liner

As of late, I have been finding that the disappeared American auto brands like Packard, Nash, Hudson, and others capture my interest more and more. Today’s no-longer-with-us example is a 1954 Hudson Jet-Liner and it is of additional interest… more»
Needs Good Home: 1949 Pontiac Chieftain

Pontiac’s post-WW2 automobiles were retreads until 1949 when the all-new Chieftain and Streamliner debuted. The Chieftain would be Pontiac’s entry-level model, using the A-body shared with Chevrolet. Both six and eight-cylinder engines were offered, with the latter said to… more»
2.0L Twin Cam Barn Find: 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfetta GTV

Old Alfa Romeos tend to wear their age quite visibly when they fall down the slippery slope of neglect. While any vintage car will suffer when left to the elements, Alfas seemingly go to pot both mechanically and cosmetically… more»
Once A Car: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

The Impala was an all-new model in 1958, the high end of the Bel Air series. It was so popular that the car was promoted to series status in 1959 and would become Chevrolet’s top product. In ’58, the… more»
Came with the House: 1969 TVR Vixen S2

As of this writing, I’ve found cars in some pretty interesting places. The classic barn find; a few in junkyards; and most recently, one on an island. But I’ve never had the thrill of buying a house and finding… more»
Seller’s Loss, Your Gain: 1972 Plymouth Satellite

Chrysler redesigned its B-body intermediates in 1971, using fuselage-type styling. And the hardtops and sedans got different sheet metal, making them distinctive in the showrooms and on the road. The cars were little changed in 1972 and the seller… more»
Project or Parts? 1973 Ford Bronco

With First Generation Broncos continuing to command respect and amazing prices in the classic market, we’ve recently seen a few tired and weatherbeaten examples dragged back from the brink. The seller suggests this 1973 model could make a great… more»
Patina Project: 1963 Buick Riviera

General Motors entered the personal car segment of the market in 1963 with the new Buick Riviera (although you could argue that the Cadillac Eldorado of the late 1950s was one). It was immediately popular, and Buick limited first-year… more»
Locked In The Shed: 1994 BMW 840i Barn Find

The prospect of a project can either excite or beleaguer you. I know personally after having sold a few non-runners this year that I am about done with taking on major restorations (by my standards, at least). The seller… more»

