“A vehicle to go to church in on a Sunday and which can carry our pigs to market on Mondays” may well be the strangest design brief in automotive history, but it was the one that spawned the development… more»
Driver Quality Cars
Garage-Kept Survivor: 2003 Ford Thunderbird
Releasing a new model is always fraught with danger, especially if a manufacturer elects to pursue a retro theme. The New Mini, New Beetle, and the Fiat 500 stand as shining successes, while the Plymouth Prowler sits at the… more»
440 V8 R/T Clone: 1970 Dodge Challenger
Dodge had high hopes for its Challenger “pony car” when it hit the scene in 1970. But the car was late to the party which had started five years before. 77,000 Challengers were built in 1970 of which just… more»
65k Original Miles: 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 T-Top
This 1986 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442 is an extremely tidy survivor with 65,700 original miles on its odometer. It has no apparent needs and features only a single reversible modification for potential buyers craving authenticity. The first owner’s decision to… more»
Original L82: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
We always appreciate the input from our readers at Barn Finds, whether it is via article feedback, or spotting wonderful classics for us to feature. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder PRA4SNW for spotting… more»
One Family Owned: 1964 Volkswagen Beetle
The question that invariably sparks debate is: What was the most important car of the 20th Century? The Ford Model T is an obvious choice because, at one point, 50% of the cars plying the world’s roads were Model… more»
1 of 100 Tiger Gold: 1965 Pontiac GTO
The Pontiac GTO may have been the surprise hit of the 1964 model year. Introduced as a mid-size muscle car, insiders expected only to sell about 5,000 copies a year. Instead, more than 32,000 were scooped up in its… more»
Dukes Of Hazzard Style: 1976 Plymouth Fury Police Tribute
Throughout the years, there have been lots of 1969 Dodge Chargers dressed up to look like the famous General Lee, an iconic Mopar from the popular The Dukes Of Hazzard TV show. That’s understandable, as the second-generation Charger looks… more»
Low-Mileage Luxury Survivor: 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency
Like many GM offerings, the Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight was downsized for its tenth generation of production, which ran from 1977 through 1984. However, the car remained large enough to provide passengers with hours of comfort, with the headroom and rear… more»
442 Inspired Muscle Wagon: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Before the minivan took the world by storm in the mid-eighties, station wagons were still the hot commodity during the previous decade for transporting large families, whether across town or cross-country. While these were a practical choice, most weren’t… more»
Rust-Free Original: 1981 AMC Spirit DL
Plucky old American Motors entered the 1981 model year with only three car models on their books: the Concord, the Eagle, and the Spirit. None of them were big sellers, so you can be forgiven if you had forgotten… more»
NCRS Award Winner: 1994 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 With 5,920 Miles!
Chevrolet released the original Corvette as its competitor to the classic European sports car. The ‘Vette grew legs through the 1960s as the company slid more and more potent engines under the hood. However, the 1970s hurt the badge… more»
Nicely Optioned: 1961 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible
This 1961 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible is more than a pretty face. The first owner loaded it with factory options, a fact confirmed by the inclusion of the appropriate PHS documentation. It appears to need nothing, and with summer on… more»
29k Documented Miles: 1987 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
Mileage claims, especially those that are extraordinarily low, must often be taken with a grain of salt. However, the game changes significantly if the figure is documented. Such is the case with this 1987 Ford Mustang GT Convertible. The… more»
Chopped Rod: 1931 Ford Model A Coupe
Some classic projects provide a wealth of options as the owner contemplates how they would complete the build. Such is the case with this 1931 Ford Model A Coupe. Its creator treated it to a chop and various mechanical… more»
Well-Preserved! 1972 Jeep Commando 4×4
This Jeep Commando has a 32-year history on and off with its current owner, who has kept it in stunning almost-faithful-to-original condition. It is for sale here on craigslist for $25,900, and it’s set up with a towbar in… more»
















