There’s a big difference between buying a total project and buying a car that just needs buttoning up. The latter is a great place to start, as you may get away with not paying top dollar but still get… more»
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Dennis Carpenter Owned: 1951 Mercury Monterey Convertible
Cars owned by famous people have appeared on Barn Finds before. However, fame and notoriety aren’t limited to household names. Some folks are, or were, celebrities in their little corner of the world. Dennis Carpenter is a name that… more»
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Best of the Flock: 1987 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
The ninth generation Thunderbird marked a departure from its flailing predecessor. Not only was the car shortened and restyled to emphasize aerodynamics, but its purpose also shifted from providing luxury trappings to engaging the driver – the better to… more»
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41k Original Miles: 1987 Ford F-150 XL 4×4
It is fair to expect a classic 4×4 Pickup with nearly forty years of active service under its belt to look a bit tired and rough around the edges. However, this 1987 Ford F-150 XL is an exception to… more»
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Upgraded Big-Block: 1969 Chevrolet Caprice
Ordering a Chevrolet Caprice in 1969 allowed buyers to choose from two versions of the company’s iconic 427ci V8. The first owner chose that path with our feature car, but it has subsequently received an even larger motor that… more»
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Cheap Wheels Runner! 1966 Plymouth Valiant
Chrysler introduced its first compact car in 1960, the Valiant. The successful model would last through 1976, offered parallel with the Dodge Dart for much of time. This 1966 Valiant is from the last year of the car’s second… more»
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High Output Hauler: 1994 Ford Taurus SHO Pickup
One of the best combinations of anything is a high-performance drivetrain with a vehicle never intended to have such performance potential. The Ford Taurus SHO has long been an enthusiast favorite, as has the compact Ranger pickup. However, the… more»
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Runs and Drives Great: 1962 Bentley S2
One of the most fascinating parts of Rolls-Royce and Bentley history is the staggering numbers of custom bodies that were available, from the sublime to the…not-so-sublime. But we shouldn’t forget that the “Standard Steel” bodies found on the Silver… more»
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Last Hurrah Convertible: 1965 Chrysler 300-L
Before the Pontiac GTO brought muscle to the mid-size car scene, Chrysler stirred things up with bigger autos. They were the Letter Series Chryslers based on the New Yorker and they were in production from 1955 to 1965. The… more»
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Older Hippie Van? 1962 Ford Econoline
The Ford E-Series of vans and pickups arrived in 1961 and were commonly known as the Econoline. It’s first generation was based on the new Ford Falcon’s compact platform, modified to accept a “mid-engine” layout (the front seats were… more»
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Too Many Doors? 1960 Chevrolet Impala
During the 1957, 1958, and 1959 model years, Chevrolet’s cars used three designs. The “batwing” look of the 1959-1960 Chevies arrived in response to the successful “Forward Look” Chryslers of 1957. Changes were few in 1960 to tone down… more»
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No Reserve: 1977 Ford F-250 4×4
With warm weather on the horizon, the thoughts of many will turn to how they will hit the trails to commune with Mother Nature. There are plenty of options that can be driven off the showroom floor, but these… more»
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Original Paint! 1971 Datsun 240Z
Is original paint worth a premium price? This 1971 Datsun 240z listed here on eBay is notable for its known history and Monte Carlo Red paint that’s said to be original, eliciting a description of the car as a… more»
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Trophy Winner: 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
We’ve recently seen some extremely nice Oldsmobiles crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and I must say a big thank you to Mitchell G. for spotting this 1980 Cutlass Supreme. My view of its condition isn’t isolated, because this… more»
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40-Year Survivor: 1985 Chevrolet Caprice Classic
Throughout the 1980s, Chevrolet continued to sell a lot of full-size Impala and Caprice automobiles. The 1985 model year was the last when they were sold together. The Impala was largely a fleet purchase by then while the more… more»
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1-of-86: 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Convertible
Rarity claims are not new in the classic world, with some standing up to scrutiny better than others. The seller claims that this 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Convertible is 1-of-86 built during that model year. It is in excellent… more»
