I was going to say that there is nothing that generates buyer interest quite like an original classic car that has spent its entire life in California that has been listed for sale. However, if that car is listed… more»
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No Reserve: 1978 Studebaker Avanti II
We rarely get to see stories of an owner actually acknowledging that they won’t get around to a project, and sell it while there’s still time to preserve it. That seems to be the case with this 1978 Studebaker… more»
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Parked for 20 Years: 1969 Jaguar E-Type
Don’t you love it when the seller includes some fascinating anecdote about a car that’s just emerged from long-term storage? In the case of this 1969 Jaguar E-Type in desirable two-seater coupe form, the seller mentions how it went… more»
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EXCLUSIVE: Ford Maverick and Mercury Comet Projects
As part of the large Georgia collection we’ve featured here on Barn Finds as an Exclusive, I wanted to create a post specific about a V8-powered Ford Maverick project and a very clean Mercury Comet. The Maverick and Comet both have… more»
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Highly Original Barn Find! 1947 Plymouth Convertible
This amazing and mostly original 1947 Plymouth convertible is said to have been pulled from an Iowa barn after nearly fifty years of storage! Said to run, it can be found here on Craigslist with an asking price of… more»
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Amazing Barn Find! Jaguar E-Type from Africa
After serving a French businessman for 40 years in Niger, this 1961 Jaguar E-Type finds itself back in France and awaiting auction as a never-restored specimen with a storied past. Thanks to classicdriver.com for details and pictures. Jaguar’s Series… more»
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Big-Block Wagon: 1960 Chevrolet Impala Nomad
This 1960 Chevrolet Nomad spent more than 30-years sitting in a field, but it really doesn’t seem to be any the worse for the experience. Of course, the fact that the field was in the dry climate of Colorado… more»
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Sitting Since 1983: 1936 Chevrolet Business Coupe
After sitting stored away since 1983, this Chevrolet Business Coupe has once again been dragged out into the light of day. It is in need of a lot of work, but it could serve as a basis for a… more»
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Luxury Classics Found In Tennessee Barn!
I sure wish we knew the whole story of how these three luxury sedans ended up in this Tennessee barn! It isn’t every day that you come across a dilapidated barn housing two 1941 Packards and a 1940 LaSalle… more»
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Marriage-Saver Special! 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda
“Divorce is expensive,” according to the seller of this 1972 Plymouth ‘Cuda in Glasgow, Kentucky. Spousal encouragement led the wise owner to list this numbers-matching pony car project here on eBay. The high bidder earns the right to buy… more»
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LS6 Powered Holy Grail: 1970 Chevelle SS454
In the world of Chevelle’s this 1970 SS454 LS6 is about as close to the Holy Grail as you can get! It’s not just a well equipped muscle car, but it’s a documented survivor with ownership history going back… more»
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59k Original Miles: 1985 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442
In 1985, Oldsmobile revived the 442 name-plate which had been phased out in 1980. This fifth generation 442 remained in production from 1985 until 1987, and also represented the end of the line for the 442 as a rear-wheel-drive… more»
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DIY project: 1965 Datsun Fairlady Convertible
A little piece of trivia: the original Datsun Fairlady was named after the Broadway musical “My Fair Lady.” Much like the character of Eliza Doolittle in the Broadway production, a working-class woman who was “made over” in a bid… more»
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2,500 Original Miles? 1979 Lincoln Mark V
If the mileage claim for this 1979 Lincoln Mark V is correct, you have to be intrigued about how a car like this could find itself parked for decades with a mere 2,500 miles on the clock. There may… more»
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Black Plate: 1967 Ford Mustang GTA Fastback
Sitting in the back of a California barn is what appears to be a largely preserved 1967 Ford Mustang GTA Fastback, complete right down to its period-correct California black plates. The thick coating of dust suggests it’s not turned… more»
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65k Mile Garage Find! 1961 Chevrolet Corvette
The seller of this 1961 Chevrolet Corvette contends he “found this car in storage,” which would be a very good day if it happened to any of us. The Corvette wears claimed original Honduras Maroon paint with aftermarket wheels… more»
