Driver Quality Cars

Future Classic? One Owner 1995 Ford Taurus

The Taurus was produced by Ford in the U.S. from 1985 to 2019. During its first seven years, Mercury sold a rebadged version called the Sable. In total, six generations of automobiles were built and in the 1990s it… more»

One Owner! 1973 BMW 2002 Survivor

Who says that US emissions regulations were all bad? We got some good cars from the deal, just not from American makers. The Japanese found workarounds, giving us the Celica, the Accord, the Z-car – all of which aged… more»

Numbers-Matching: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner

We always appreciate input from our readers at Barn Finds, whether it is via article feedback or referring classics for us to feature. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Mitchell G. for spotting this… more»

Show Quality: 1957 Ford Thunderbird

We are no strangers to sellers making bold claims at Barn Finds, and the merits of each must be assessed to determine whether they are justified. This 1957 Ford Thunderbird is a perfect example of that philosophy. Its presentation… more»

Super Fly Tribute: 1970 Cadillac Eldorado

This 1970 Eldorado might not sport quite as much bling as the Cadillac driven by Youngblood Priest in the Super Fly movie, but it’s an honorable tribute, along with being an effort I’m guessing the late actor Ron O’Neal… more»

Stored for 33 Years: 1948 Chevrolet Stylemaster Town Sedan

There will always be people who don’t feel quite at home in their time and place, and without them, there probably wouldn’t be a car hobby today. In my home state of Michigan, one of the most vivid examples… more»

Custom Chameleon Paint: 1968 Chevrolet Impala SS

One dilemma often encountered during a custom restoration is choosing the proper color for the exterior, which can be tough to decide with so many excellent options available today.  A broader idea is to use a color-changing finish, commonly… more»

45K Original Miles: 1993 Cadillac Allante

One of the more encouraging signs of past ownership when it comes to purchasing a hobby vehicle is seeing ongoing dealer service in the log books. This is not because I’m some defender of dealerships, which are known to… more»

Flawless Restoration: 1966 Ford Mustang

Using the word “flawless” when describing a classic that you are trying to sell is a high-risk strategy. However, it is one chosen by the current owner of this 1966 Ford Mustang. There is certainly little to criticize, and… more»

Petty Blue! 1971 Plymouth Roadrunner

The performance car craze was in full swing by the mid 1960s, but as the genre advanced, the feature-content rose – and so did prices. Compounding the price problem, larger engines were ringing alarms at insurers, who began charging… more»

Rare 1996 Pontiac Trans Am SLP Comp T/A

Almost every vehicle manufacturer produces Limited Edition vehicles to celebrate a badge milestone, but this 1996 Pontiac Trans Am is slightly different. The good folks at SLP waved their magic wand over this classic to commemorate the twenty-fifth birthday… more»

Rust-Free 1964 Dodge Dart GT Convertible

Most nameplates have a hierarchy of desirability. I know from experience that the fiscal value of my ’74 Firebird is a fraction of what a ’73 is worth, and my ’65 Dart is worth far less than a ’68…. more»

SS 396 Clone: 1967 Chevrolet Malibu Convertible

We’re told this 1967 Chevelle convertible is an SS 396 clone and the VIN decodes it as a Malibu with a V8 engine. Whether a straight Malibu or an SS 396, it’s a rare car either way. Just 8.061… more»

Fast and Rare: 1974 TVR 2500M

If you want to own a rare car with strong performance and relatively affordable parts, it’s hard to go wrong with a TVR. The British brand is known for building sports cars that combine light weight with spirited performance,… more»

Numbers-Matching: 1970 Plymouth Duster 340

We have recently been inundated with some excellent project candidates at Barn Finds, and if your leanings are towards Mopar muscle, this 1970 Plymouth Duster 340 deserves a close look. It ticks many of the boxes that enthusiasts consider… more»

Garage Collapse Victim: 1969 Dodge Charger 440 Six-Pack

When we tuck our beloved classic away snug and warm in its garage, we typically assume that this is the safest place it can be. However, Mother Nature sometimes has other ideas, as is the case with this 1969… more»

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