The history of the American automobile is one of expansion and consolidation with a lot of drama thrown in for good measure. As Americans fell in love with the automobile, dozens of companies sprang up to meet the wants… more»
Barn Finds
Aug 24, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Cheap Travel Project: 1950 Spartan Royal Mansion
During the 1940s, Spartan Aircraft Co. stayed busy making airplanes for the war effort. However, demand declined dramatically after the final cease-fire, so the company began to look for new ways to utilize its production capabilities. One avenue that… more»
Aug 24, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Barn-Find 396: 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS
If one car said “America” in the 1960s, there’s a good case for the Chevy Impala. Yearly, hundreds of thousands of people chose a new Impala as their family car, and in 1966, over 100,000 bought the Impala Super… more»
Aug 24, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
4X4 Project: 1982 AMC Eagle SX/4
American Motors was always the little company that could. To survive, they were always trying different things to see what would stick to the wall. One was the Eagle, a 4-wheel-drive version of the Concord compact, which was followed… more»
Aug 24, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
4X4 Conversion Project: 1963 Ford Ranchero
In the first half of the 1960s, Ford’s station wagon-based pickup, the Ranchero, was based on the new compact Falcon. It was a simple, two-wheel-drive vehicle that offered plenty of hauling potential – as long as it didn’t exceed… more»
Aug 23, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Unearthed on July 4th: 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix
It is impossible to understate the importance of July 4th to the American people. It is a chance to celebrate the country’s great achievements and the values that unite the population under the Stars and Stripes. Therefore, there could… more»
Aug 23, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Genuine L89: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Don’t be fooled by its tired appearance, because this 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible could be a worthy restoration candidate. It requires nothing less than a frame-off approach to recapture its former glory, but there is one attribute that makes… more»
Aug 23, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Dual-Quad V8: 1955 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
Hiding in this garage is a project candidate that will appeal to enthusiasts who prefer their classics with a touch of luxury. This 1955 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible spent most of its life in a dry climate, meaning it is… more»
Aug 22, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
One Owner Barn Find: 1980 Toyota Corona Liftback
This 1980 Toyota Corona Liftback has spent over fifteen years squirreled away in a barn, and only recently emerged into the light of day. It is a one-owner classic that is structurally sound and unmolested, with the seller’s price… more»
Aug 22, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Garage Find: 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
Beneath the boxes, bags, and egg crates sits an all-original 1986 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS with a mere 80,000 miles on the ticker. Sadly, this is one of those cases where the original owner got sick and could no… more»
Aug 22, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Barn Find Turned Daily Driver: 1952 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Coupe
Back when GM was really rolling, Michigan had GM towns. Every town was a Chevy town, but Pontiac was a Pontiac town, Flint was “Buick City,” and Lansing was the home of Oldsmobile. That time has generally passed, but… more»
Aug 21, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Woodie Project: 1949 Ford Custom Wagon
The heyday of the wood-bodied station wagons was the late 1930s and early 1940s. Ford specifically had gone all in by having its own acreage to provide wood for their wares. As the 1940s moved into the 1950s the… more»
Aug 21, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Stored for 30 Years: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The second generation of the Chevy Camaro was in its 9th year in 1978. Styling got a big refresh as the cow-catcher bumpers fore and art were now covered with body-colored urethane, which looked sleeker. Sales were solid that… more»
Aug 21, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Rebuilt 454 V8 Project: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
The Chevrolet Chevelle was one of the best-selling mid-size cars in 1970. And the SS 396 was one of the most popular muscle cars with more than 53,000 copies sold (plus nearly 9,000 sporting the SS 454 option). The… more»
Aug 21, 2024 • For Sale • 40 Comments
American Pickers Auction Bike: 1948 Indian Chief
Is a vehicle worth extra if it has a connection to a famous name? That is the question presented by this 1948 Indian Chief. At first glance, this legendary motorcycle skates the line between restorable and a parts bike. … more»
Aug 20, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Hopped Up 383: 1965 Dodge Polara
The listing reads, “1965 Dodge Polara 383 big cam 750 carb aluminum intake, aftermarket hei runs but need fuel tank.” I was thinking that it should also have a caveat such as “If you can find it under all… more»
