Certain trends in automobile styling have a history of coming and going, with one unforgettable example popular in the fifties being tail fins. These sculptures in the sheet metal usually started on the tops of quarter panels and extended… more»
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Ferrari BB 512 Boxer Replica: Corson Kit Car
It seems like there’s a rash of replicas and kit cars coming out of the woodwork, reminding us just how many aftermarket companies sprung up in the 80s to create the (affordable) supercar of your dreams. Ferrari and Lamborghini… more»
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Modena Masterpiece: 1947 Stanguellini 1100 Sport Internazionale
From making musical instruments to harmonizing race engines, the Stanguellini family ascended to fame over decades of dedication. Rooted in Modena, perhaps the most car-obsessed of all Italian provinces, first the grandfather, then the father, then the son exercised… more»
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Rare Summer Cruiser: 1961 EMPI Sportster
The Dune Buggy recipe was elegantly simple. Take one Volkswagen Beetle, discard the original body, bolt on a lighter open-top version, and drive off into the sunset. The Meyers Manx is recognized as the king of the genre, although… more»
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Fully Restored: 1965 Buick Skylark Convertible
The first thing I bought when I got a stable, career-oriented full-time job was a ’65 Buick Skylark. Seeing how time has its way with us, I’ve owned it for 22 years next month, and I sometimes wonder if… more»
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1 of 286: 1964 Studebaker Daytona Drop-Top
Tough times caught up with Studebaker Corp. in 1964 when the company ceased automobile production in South Bend, Indiana, where they had been a fixture for 112 years. That left them to soldier on in Canada for another two… more»
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Cheap V8/4-Speed: 1979 Ford Granada
Some enthusiasts will avoid a project build because they fear that an appropriate classic will cost a fortune before they start. However, this 1979 Ford Granada demonstrates that there are affordable candidates, especially considering that it features a V8… more»
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Still Attainable: 1972 Alfa Romeo Montreal
There are a handful of classic cars that seem to define trends in the larger vintage vehicle market. For instance, most every vintage Alfa Romeo is a highly sought-after vehicle, owing to the brand’s racing lineage and ability to… more»
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Runs, Drives, and Stops: 1975 Triumph TR6
When I was a teenager back in the mid-’90s, I had big plans to own a Triumph someday, preferably a TR2. As way leads onto way, I ended up behind the wheel of a variety of American ’50s, ’60s,… more»
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BF Auction: 1995 BMW M3 Coupe
With values of BMW’s E30 M3 at an all-time high, it’s no surprise that the values of later E36 M3s are also rising. Aficionados overlooked the E36 for a long time, but it is a great car, and in… more»
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34k Miles? 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
We seem to run across quite a few interesting VW Beetles here at Barn Finds, from well-preserved survivors to wild customs, and just about everything in between. However, Karmann Ghia sightings are less frequent, and our thanks go out… more»
Garage Find: 1972 Oldsmobile 442
There’s something undeniably attractive about purchasing a classic with a fascinating backstory. This 1972 Oldsmobile 442 ticks that box, only recently emerging after a quarter-century hibernation. The engine bay now houses a 455ci V8, but the car’s numbers-matching engine… more»
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86k Original Miles: 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
Some owners clock significant miles behind the wheel of their classic, while others use their vehicles sparingly. This 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe fits into the second category, having seen little use during the last fifty years. Therefore,… more»
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Rare German Microcar: 1958 Lloyd Alexander LP 600
If a carmaker can sell a car made of plywood and vinyl, it’s facing a pretty strong market. And so it was with Lloyd, a brand name that Borgward resurrected in 1950 to sell cheap vehicles to customers ready… more»
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Award Winner: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
Some classics are the subject of wild seller claims that don’t stand close scrutiny. However, when the vehicle is a Chevrolet Corvette that has received NCRS Top Flight and Bloomington Gold Certification, you know that you are dealing with… more»
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350/4-Speed: 1977 Chevrolet Camaro
Some enthusiasts rebuild classics and hit the road, clocking up the miles as they enjoy the fruits of their labor. The story behind this 1977 Chevrolet is slightly different, with the car seeing limited service since the seller returned… more»
