Muscle cars were reaching the peak of their power in 1969. Rising insurance premiums and tighter emission regulations would eventually reduce many of these potent classics to shadows of their former selves. However, manufacturers still offered potential buyers numerous… more»
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39k Original Miles: 1971 Cadillac Sedan De Ville
If you harbor a soft spot for luxurious classics, you may be irresistibly drawn to this 1971 Cadillac Sedan De Ville. That is understandable, because with a genuine 38,000 miles on its odometer and a spotless White leather interior,… more»
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65k Original Miles: Cheap 1989 Buick Reatta
Automotive history is littered with examples of manufacturers producing bold models that fail to sell as spectacularly as the company envisaged. Such is the case with the Buick Reatta. Its brief time in the sun lasted four short years,… more»
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Original 361: 1963 Plymouth Belvedere
Chrysler spread some fantastic engines across its various marques, and Plymouth was no exception. This 1963 Belvedere features a 361ci V8 under the hood, promising excellent performance. However, that is just the start of the story, because the seller… more»
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No Nomad: 1957 Chevrolet 210 Handyman Wagon
Wagon buyers whose main priority was focused on luxury were probably instantly drawn to the Nomad at their Chevrolet dealer in 1957, as it originated from the top-tier Bel Air trim level of the iconic ’57 Chevy. However, over… more»
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Numbers-Matching Project: 1964 Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet’s full-size automobiles were in the last of a four-year design cycle in 1964. The crisp styling of the ‘63s was replaced by a boxier, slab-sided look, but models like the Impala continued to sell well over similar products… more»
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AMC-Powered 1972 International Scout II
We all may be a little worn out by the word “patina,” but if you’re hanging out here at Barn Finds, you probably aren’t tired of seeing cars and trucks that have been, shall we say, visited by Father Time. Such… more»
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302 Power and T-Tops! 1978 Ford Mustang II
In addition to several others, we’ve recently featured a few nice examples of Ford’s pony car from the Mustang II era, with this 1978 model here on eBay seeming to be another desirable classic. Despite a reduction in size… more»
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Rare FJ45 Pickup: 1965 Toyota Land Cruiser
With the rise in Japanese vehicles being imported from overseas, it can become easy to lose sight of the truly special models that have always been here, underneath our noses. Here’s one that caught me by surprise: the FJ45-series… more»
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Grandma’s Special: 1991 Mercury Grand Marquis LS
The Grand Marquis was launched as the top trim level of Mercury’s Marquis nameplate in 1975. And “grand” it was, with a choice of big V8s paired to a three-speed automatic, “Twin Comfort Lounge Seats”, deep pile carpet extending… more»
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No Reserve: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Convertible
Some classics blend seamlessly into their surroundings, like automotive chameleons, while others seem to demand attention. This 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Convertible falls easily into the second category, courtesy of its triple-black paint and trim combination. It isn’t a… more»
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Driver Quality? 1964 Chevrolet El Camino
After a three-year absence, the El Camino returned to the Chevrolet fold in 1964. Instead of being a full-size “Ute” as in 1959-60, the returning El Camino was based on the new mid-size Chevelle 2-door station wagon. This ’64… more»
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390/4-Speed: One Owner 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Parting with a beloved classic is typically difficult, but the pain grows enormously if the owner has been its custodian for decades. That is the story of this 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1. It is a one-owner survivor featuring… more»
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Original Paint: 1962 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
The seller accepted this 1962 Buick Electra 225 Convertible as a trade-in on a recent sale, but isn’t in a position to treat it to the TLC it deserves. It is an exceptionally solid classic featuring what he believes… more»
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Low Mileage Sports Car! 1978 Datsun 280Z
The Datsun 280Z was an evolution of the 260Z, which in turn was the successor to the popular 240Z. All of these were 2-door sports cars designed in Japan to compete against the outcrop of English runabouts of the… more»
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No Reserve: 1996 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer Edition
The time of year has arrived when some people are set to head to the ski fields. The biggest challenge may not be remaining upright as they tackle the white powder, but how to complete the return journey safely…. more»
