While the Ford Mustang was a huge success when it first came out, Ford wanted to make certain it also would have a performance reputation. For that, they brought in Carroll Shelby to add his magic and the GT350… more»
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Treasure Trove? Stash of Ford and GM Parts
More times than not, when you see a bunch of parts and components stored in a building, there is no rhyme or reason to what’s there or any organization to what you see. In short, you tend to find… more»
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Black Plate Barn Find: 1964 Triumph TR4
A few years before one-time tractor mechanic Ferruccio Lamborghini produced his 350 GT, Italian design met farm machinery in the form of another sports car: a little English roadster called the TR4. This example is located in Chula Vista,… more»
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Autostick Convertible: 1968 Volkswagen Beetle
This 1968 Volkswagen Beetle convertible was left by the seller’s father in the family barn after beginning a restoration and never completing it. The drop-top Bug is generally sought after by VW enthusiasts, but this one may have a… more»
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No Reserve: 1975 Chevrolet Vega Cosworth
The Chevy Vega doesn’t have a big following with collectors, but the limited-edition Cosworth Vega does draw attention. That’s because of the all-aluminum inline-4 that was developed by Chevy but modified with a DOHC cylinder head designed by the… more»
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1 Of 358! 1952 Crosley Hotshot Super Sport
Looking like a “cross” between a Bugeye Sprite and a golf cart is this 1952 Crosley Hotshot. The product of upstart independent manufacturer Crosley, the Hotshot was a non-typical sight on U.S roads at the time of its 1949… more»
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One Year Wonder: 1957 Pontiac Star Chief
The 1957 Star Chief Custom Transcontinental Safari has what may be the longest car name ever and was built for only one year by Pontiac. It had a mid-season debut that some might think of as a 4-door Star… more»
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44k-Mile Project: 1972 Dodge Challenger
The original Dodge Challengers from 1970-74 remain popular some 50 years later. They were never built in the same numbers as the Ford Mustang or Chevy Camaro but helped keep Chrysler relevant throughout the decade. This 1972 Challenger is… more»
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Texas Barn Find: 1964 Plymouth Sport Fury 440
The owner of this 1964 Plymouth Sport Fury Hardtop found the vehicle hidden away in a Texas barn. He has gone through returning it to a roadworthy state, and after having his fun with it, he has decided that… more»
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364 Nailhead V8: 1960 Buick LeSabre
In 1960, Buick offered four lines of cars – and none of them were compacts. The downsized Special wouldn’t come along until the following year, so all the Buicks were still full-size cars – at least 17 feet long!… more»
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36k Mile Chamois Edition: 1978 Mercury Cougar XR-7
The seller of this 1978 Mercury Cougar XR-7 Chamois Edition is only the car’s second owner. He found it languishing in a Washington garage. It had occupied that spot for decades, but the seller has revived it and returned… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1916 GMC Model 16 3/4-Ton Pickup
GMC was initially created in 1911 by William Durant, the same Durant who shares credit founding Chevrolet and General Motors, to cater to the trucking and industrial markets. During the first world war, GMC was tasked with building heavy… more»
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32k Mile Survivor: 1973 Dodge Charger SE
The first Charger was a 1964 show car that evolved into the Charger II concept auto in 1965. That design would roll over into the production car that debuted the following year. The 1973 model year would be the… more»
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Michigan Barn Find: 1968 Ford Ranchero GT
With Barn Finds celebrating its 10th birthday, the inevitable question is whether there will ever be an end to the amazing classic cars that people will unearth in sheds and barns around the country, or indeed, around the world…. more»
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Not A Taxi! 1971 Checker Marathon
The Checker Marathon was produced for more than 20 years across three decades. Most of them ended up serving in the taxicab industry, with limited sales to John Q. Public. These cars were built like tanks and had more… more»
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LS Swap? 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
Blank canvas barn finds are always a fascinating prospect because they leave potential buyers with plenty to consider regarding how they might tackle the project. This 1969 Corvette is a perfect example because it has undergone plenty of changes… more»
