In today’s world, a car named Dictator just wouldn’t work. But in the 1920s when Studebaker applied that name to its entry-level car, it meant that the automobile “dictated the standard” for others to follow. This nice-looking, non-running example… more»
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Jun 1, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Rare 4-Speed: 1968 Dodge Dart 4-Door
From 1963 through 1976, the Dart was Dodge’s entry in the crowded compact car market. And in 1968 alone, they sold nearly 172,000 copies. Many of them were basic 4-door sedans like this one. But how many of those… more»
Jun 1, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Side Yard Find: 1965 Ford Mustang Drop-Top
In the mid-1960s, it was hard to drive a city block or two without seeing a new Ford Mustang. That’s because 1.3 million were built in a relatively brief period (Spring of 1964 to the Fall of 1966). And,… more»
May 31, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Stored Since 1957: 1930 Chrysler Series 77 Sedan
Rarity, it seems, is becoming a very fluid concept. We have all seen sign boards at car shows claiming that a particular car is one of a handful left in existence. Yet, if you are a loyal Barn Finds… more»
May 30, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rare RAM III 400 V8: 1969 Pontiac GTO
The Pontiac GTO was still one of the industry’s best-selling muscle cars in 1969, but sales were off a third from their peak in 1966. So, they introduced The Judge edition in hopes of boosting sales, but it only… more»
May 30, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
427 Powerhouse Project: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
The third generation of “America’s Sports Car” – the Chevy Corvette – debuted in 1968 and was positively received. The 1969 encore edition was even more successful, selling 10,000 more units than the year before. This convertible was built… more»
May 30, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Garage Find: 1932 Packard Model 902 Convertible
While it may seem improbable to us, many people have no real idea of the value of collectible vehicles. These folks also struggle with marketing them when faced with the prospect of selling one falls into their laps. Take… more»
May 29, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rare 1955 Studebaker President Speedster
The Speedster was the successor of the 1953-54 Starliner and the forerunner of the 1956 Hawk (series) which would run in some fashion through 1964. Based on the President’s hardtop, the ’55 Speedster was a one-year-wonder and only saw… more»
May 29, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Out of Long-Term Storage: 1940 Graham Hollywood
By the late 1930s, The Hupp Motor Car Company was fighting for its life after more than a decade of declining market share. In what can, in retrospect, be seen as an act of desperation, the company purchased the… more»
May 29, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Original 302: 1968 Ford Mustang
We’ve recently seen some wonderful discoveries cross our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1968 Mustang is a perfect example of that trend. The seller located it languishing in a barn. They revived this classic and returned it to… more»
May 28, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Parked in The ’70s: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
I have been involved in the classic scene longer than I probably care to admit, and certain cars have remained a constant throughout those decades. One of the more obvious is the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. Many enthusiasts believe… more»
May 28, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Cruisin’ Wagon Project: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Launched in 1964, the Chevelle would be Chevrolet’s mid-size product for many years to come. Styling was refreshed in 1967, so the Chevelles could be identified from the year before by noticeable headlight and taillight changes. The Malibu was… more»
May 28, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
350 V8 Project: 1971 Pontiac LeMans
This 1971 Pontiac LeMans had been a daily driver for many years. The plan was to eventually restore the car, but mechanical issues developed, and the automobile has been sidelined for the past eight years (and maybe outside). Some… more»
May 28, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Garage Bound for 45 Years: 1961 MG MGA
Sometimes procrastination can pay off in unexpected ways. Take for example this 1961 MG MGA roadster for sale on Craigslist in St. Louis, Missouri. This pasty white sports car has been hidden away in a garage for 45 long… more»
May 27, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Hot Rod Project: 1936 Ford 3-Window Coupe
There are certain years of prewar Ford production that attract hot rod builders like flies to a picnic. 1932, 1934, 1936, and 1940 are all banner years for Fords, and within those years, coupes and roadsters reign supreme. For… more»
May 27, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Left in the Shed: 1984 Maserati Biturbo
Many of us have had project cars we always intended to work on, but time and life have gotten in the way. Sometimes, it also seemingly make sense to pick up a car for cheap even with no direct… more»
