The Tri-Five Chevrolets of 1955 to 1957 continue to be sought out nearly 70 years after they were on showroom floors. More than 4.5 million of them were produced, providing us with a decent supply after all these years…. more»
Barn Finds
Running Project: 1964 Buick Riviera

Buick added a new product to its portfolio in 1963, a personal luxury car. Called the Riviera, it combined luxury with a nice jolt of performance (401 or 425 cubic inch “Nailhead” V8s). The car rolled into its second… more»
Original Hemi: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T

Although we’ve seen plenty of cars crossing our desks that have emerged from garages and barns, we sometimes see classics with slightly more left-field backgrounds. This 1968 Dodge Charger R/T is a perfect example, having recently returned to North… more»
By the Barn Find: 1970 Porsche 911

Hard to believe this still happens, but yes, vintage Porsche 911s are still left outside under a wet tarp for unknown reasons. This particular car supposedly even had its mechanical bits rebuilt prior to being left outside. It’s hard… more»
Original Big-Block: No Reserve 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS

This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS is a genuine barn find. It’s a sad, sorry sight, but it appears that this classic started life with a big-block under the hood. Returning it to its former glory will not be for… more»
Ever Seen One? 1959 Moretti 750 Tour du Monde

The Moretti 750 Tour du Monte was a limited production sports coupe and convertible built in Italy in the late 1950s/early 1960s. At least 150 examples are thought to have been built, so they were rare when new and… more»
Parked Since ’64: 1948 Jaguar Mark IV 3.5L

These days, you can never be too sure if the image you’re looking at hasn’t been enhanced with AI. It’s becoming a serious issue, affecting everything from the authenticity of items you want to buy and the very pictures… more»
454 V8 Stalled Restoration: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette

The 1973 model year was the last for the Chevrolet Corvette with chrome bumpers in the rear. Due to changing safety requirements, the rear end received the “Endura” treatment the following year. And the 454 cubic inch V8 was… more»
Never Run 409 V8! 1958 Chevrolet Bel Air Impala

In 1958, to celebrate their 50th year in the car business, each division of General Motors fielded a “halo” car. At Chevy, it was the Impala (technically part of the Bel Air series). The Impala was offered only as… more»
Barn Find Fastback: 1966 Ford Mustang 2+2

Anyone who has spent any time around early Mustangs know exactly where they rust—everywhere. That’s why it’s important to look past the sunbaked paint to the solid sheetmetal on this 1966 2+2 barn find. The seller, who is located… more»
Rough Ragtop: 1968 Oldsmobile 4-4-2

The 1964 model year was a big one for General Motors. Four mid-size muscle cars would be born, including the 4-4-2 over at Oldsmobile, a performance extension of the Cutlass. In 1968, the 4-4-2 became a separate series as… more»
Barn Find, Two Owners: 1915 Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost Tourer

Wondering what to take to the Pebble Beach Concours a couple years from now? Here’s a likely candidate: this 1915 Silver Ghost tourer by Barker has had only two owners from new, including a single family from 1924. It’s… more»
1 of 90 4-Door Sedans: 1990 Avanti

The Avanti II was the successor to the Studebaker Avanti, which fell victim to the company’s poor finances after barely two model years (1963 and 1964). The car was revived in 1965 by a pair of Studebaker dealers who… more»
Worth Saving? 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

If you are in the market for a 1957 Chevrolet, the Bel Air convertible is perhaps the most desirable, other than the Nomad Sport Wagon. The original supply was good (48,000 units), and the survival rate is better than… more»
Loads of Patina! 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix

The Grand Prix debuted in 1962 as Pontiac’s personal luxury car with a performance twist. The third generation arrived in 1969 and was a great looking automobile (IMO until they cut back to single headlights in 1971). This 1970… more»
Pole Barn Find: 1969 Ford Torino Super Cobra Jet

Ford redesigned its mid-size cars in 1968 and introduced the Torino nameplate as top-dog. In 1969, if you were looking for all-out performance, you opted for a Torino Cobra and went for the R-code Super Cobra Jet engine (428… more»

