Thanks to the rain, the 1986 Indianapolis 500 didn’t take place until the Saturday after Memorial Day: May 31st, 1986. I don’t remember what else I was doing that day, but I do remember watching Bobby Rahal cross the… more»
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Rebel With A Cause: 1970 AMC SST Wagon
Well, this may be a first on BF – a 1970 AMC Rebel SST station wagon, courtesy of Rocco B. I honestly didn’t know that AMC’s midsize was produced in station wagon form. No surprise, as this Rebel SST… more»
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1-of-250: 1995 Lancia Delta Integrale Final Edition
Lancia remains one of the most successful marques in the cut and thrust of the World Rally Championship. Its Delta Integrale proved a formidable weapon in Group A form, developing a legend status that virtually guarantees that any tidy… more»
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Unmolested Survivor: 1963 Buick Riviera
I have never had trouble picking a favorite American classic from every post-war decade…except for the 1960s. That isn’t because there were no good cars: It was because I feel spoiled for choice. I love the purity of the… more»
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Drives Like New: 1988 Chevrolet Caprice Station Wagon
There was a time when I would give Station Wagons little more than a passing glance. I viewed them as vehicles that people bought through necessity, but my mind was changed years ago when I received one as a… more»
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L79/4-Speed: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Gorgeous looks and exhilarating performance. Those words perfectly encapsulate this 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu. It could also be classified as a genuine sleeper, with its mild-mannered appearance giving no real hint of the power hiding below the surface. This… more»
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Stunning Custom: 1960 Chevrolet El Camino
I always respect custom builds, especially when the creator shows an eye for fine details. That is what initially attracted me to this stunning 1960 Chevrolet El Camino. The seller successfully combined modern technology with old-school touches, guaranteeing that… more»
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Range-Topping 312: 1956 Ford Fairlane Crown Victoria
I always find it interesting to study the specifications of classic cars to discover whether the original owner was willing to spend money to create something genuinely special. This 1956 Ford Fairlane Crown Victoria is a perfect example. Not… more»
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390-Powered Woodie Wagon: 1969 Ford Torino Squire
Big news awaited Ford Fairlane buyers in 1968, as not only did the intermediate get a complete redesign, but a new and more upscale offering was also added to the lineup, known as the Torino. The higher luxury moniker… more»
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Four-Speed 1965 Chrysler 300L
Ten years can make a world of difference in the auto industry. In 1955, the Chrysler 300 was introduced to much fanfare in the press, and it soon became a NASCAR racer and a charismatic line-topper. By 1965, muscle… more»
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Selling for Grandpa: 1953 Packard Clipper
Packard’s Clipper was produced in three tranches, beginning in the pre-war period. The 1941 Clipper was one of the last completely new designs from any car company before the war started, looking completely unlike any Packard before it. The… more»
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20k Original Miles: Fully Documented 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
We’re no strangers to bold seller claims at Barn Finds, and some must be taken with a grain of salt. However, when a classic appears on our desks that is extremely desirable, features an extraordinarily low odometer reading, and… more»
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Cheap Classic: 1988 Nissan Pulsar NX-SE
Some enthusiasts are forced to compromise. Their budgets may not allow them to park a classic and a daily driver in their garage, forcing them to dream of the day when they can slip behind the wheel of something… more»
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400 Tri-Power: 1966 Pontiac GTO
I am typically pretty disappointed when I raise the hood of a new car. Manufacturers have developed the act of hiding engines under layers of plastic into an art form, and the difference between a basic powerplant and one… more»
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Fresh Resto: 1974 Pontiac SD-455 Trans Am
It is pretty amazing to think back and see oil prices and insurance rates skyrocketing in the early 1970’s and yet, Pontiac provided enthusiasts with an optional engine in the Trans Am that could run the quarter mile in… more»
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58-MPG Survivor: 1992 Geo Metro XFI
The Geo Metro was a product of the joint venture between General Motors and Suzuki from 1989 to 2001. The arrangement included the Canadian production of U.S.-bound cars. This pint-sized hatchback from 1992 is the super fuel-efficient XFI model… more»
