Chevrolet had a break-out year of sorts in 1955. New modern styling, a dash of Cadillac glamour in a “low-priced three” car, optional air conditioning, a new V8 engine – and a sporty new model called the Nomad –… more»
Barn Finds
428 V8 Estate Car: 1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

1966 was a milestone year for the Ford T-Bird. It was the last year for both convertibles and unibody construction. The cars that followed would be bigger and closer to Lincoln in terms of size, style and function. But… more»
V12 Barn Find! 1941 Lincoln Continental Mark I

This one had me at the first image of the engine! Yeah, it looks like a scary old Lincoln, the kind where you might be reluctant to open the trunk but once the hood was up and that flathead… more»
Black Plate Project: 1966 Pontiac Catalina

The Catalina nameplate was part of the Pontiac portfolio for more than 30 years. In the 1950s, it was assigned to hardtop body styles, but became the brand’s entry-level full-size models from the 1960s forward. This ’66 Catalina 2-door… more»
V8 Powered Italian! 1969 Intermeccanica Italia

The Intermeccanica Italia arrived in the US market in 1968 using what was then a proven formula — swoopy European body meets American V-8 power for a long-term relationship in the fast lane! The end result in this case… more»
Forest Find: 1957 Lincoln Premiere

Who remembers the Lincoln Futura concept car of the 1950s? If you were growing up a decade later, you might recall that it inspired the George Barris Batmobile from the 1960s TV show, Batman. And it also provided a… more»
Matching Numbers Boss: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302

It doesn’t seem to matter how long I have been involved in the classic car scene, I still have to shake my head in wonderment when an iconic vehicle appears after decades spent residing in a barn. This 1970… more»
One Owner 1956 Pontiac Chieftain V8 Project!

When Chevrolet redesigned its cars in 1955, Pontiac and the other GM divisions were in unison. The family resemblance from brand to brand was clear, like the dog-leg windshields and wider/lower profiles with attractive two-tone paint jobs available divided… more»
Dusty Mopar: 1971 Plymouth Barracuda

Fans of the Plymouth Barracuda were probably thrilled to learn the car would be redesigned for 1970 and receive a new platform, the E-Body, one that it would share with the new Dodge Challenger. In the process, the Barracuda… more»
Big Job Ready! 1959 Ford F700

We have another big Ford here for you – and this time it looks like a retired Fire-Rescue unit! It’s up for sale here on Facebook Marketplace in the area of Marion, Texas, and you can check out the… more»
No Reserve Barn Find: 1973 Dodge Charger SE

It isn’t clear how long this 1973 Dodge Charger SE had been sitting in a Californian bar, but it was long enough for this one-owner classic to accumulate a heavy coating of dust. It has now been cleaned and… more»
Sitting 15 Years: 1984 Chevrolet Corvette

There’s not much to say about this 1984 Chevrolet Corvette that the seller claims has been sitting for 15 years. That’s hardly a surprise considering the condition on display here, which suggests it spent those 15 years outside in… more»
Boxer Barn Find: 1980 Ferrari 512 BB Berlinetta

The 1980 Ferrari 512 BB Berlinetta is the kind of barn find most of us just dream about finding, but one seller has actually uncovered the real deal in California. Still wearing its iconic California blue plates with a… more»
No Reserve: 1964 Triumph TR4

Classic British sports cars remain a firm favorite amongst people who want to tackle a hands-on restoration. It is easy to see why because their engineering and construction are generally relatively uncomplicated, meaning that most tasks can be tackled… more»
Stored 35 Years: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad

The now iconic Chevy Nomad had a three-year run in the mid-1950s. The 2-door Nomad differed from other station wagons of the day by having styling that was more reminiscent of a hardtop sedan than that of a regular… more»
Parked in 1995: 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback

This 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback is an authentic barn find that the previous owner parked in 1995. It looks sad, but its condition would seem to be better than the photos suggest. It needs a new home and an… more»

