You know you are getting old when the cars of your youth are becoming the stars of Barn Finds. This 1978 Chevrolet El Camino in Conquista trim for sale on Facebook Marketplace in Richmond, Indiana, reminds me of a… more»
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Fully-Assembled Kit Car: 1970 Bradley GT
Bradley Automotive was a producer of fiberglass kits and (to a lesser extent) complete kit cars in the 1970s. The GT, based on a Volkswagen Beetle chassis, was their first and most popular model. The company had a complicated… more»
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55k-Mile 1985 Buick Riviera T-Type
The sixth-generation Riviera, the first to feature front-wheel-drive, was a huge hit. Produced from 1979 to 1985, sales were remarkably steady, with the last of them (the 1985 model) outselling its predecessors…all of them, going back to 1963. The… more»
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Best In The World? 1958 Lancia Aurelia B20 GT
For the most part, I never actually see the vehicles I write about here on Barn Finds, but I am actually going to get up close and personal with this 1958 Lancia Aurelia B20 GT Series VI Pinin Farina… more»
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One Of A Kind: 1932 Auburn Speedster Special
This is a one-of-a-kind offering, a 1932 Auburn Special Speedster that was turned into a race car in the mid-1930s. Now Buick-powered, it’s offered here on eBay in Denver with a jaw-dropping asking price of $175,999. The story goes… more»
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Original 396/3-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
Other than a few paint touch-ups and blends over the years, this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS seems to match most of the criteria we like to use here at Barn Finds to deem it a survivor. The seller doesn’t… more»
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Aftermarket Convertible Conversion! 1961 DKW F11 Roadster
“A riddle inside an enigma”, to paraphrase Winston Churchill, describes this obscure but charming automobile, further distinguished by an aftermarket roadster conversion. DKW was still trying to sell two-stroke motor’d sedans in 1965, long past the technology’s “sell by”… more»
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California Patina: 1963 Chevrolet C-10 SWB
Alright, I’m laying it out here. You know, I’m going to cut to the chase on this Patina thing. I gather from most of my esteemed readers’ contributions that the entire “patina thing” is overdone and not in favor…. more»
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60-Year Survivor: 1965 AMC Classic 770
In 1965, American Motors continued to use the Rambler nameplate on its products. That would change in 1967 when only the American was so branded (then gone altogether when that little car was cancelled in 1969). This 1965 Rambler… more»
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Loaded with Options: 1968 Ford Mustang California Special
One of the more unique Ford Mustangs ever sold was the original California Special (CS)/ High Country Special. Personally, I consider this one of my favorite Mustang models offered, right up there with the four-eyed Saleen Fox bodies and… more»
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29k Original Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Nova
We’ve recently seen a few examples of the Third Generation Chevrolet Nova at Barn Finds, and this 1969 example doesn’t pretend to be something it isn’t. It is a rock-solid vehicle with a V8 under the hood and a… more»
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Not an SS Clone: 1972 Chevrolet Nova
The 1968 to 1972 generation of the Chevrolet Nova is one of the most-cloned muscle cars from that era. So, it’s refreshing when we run across one that is not a tribute, like this 1972 example of the 2-door… more»
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Rare Two-Tone: 1985 Chevrolet Corvette With 19k Original Miles
Rarity claims are nothing new in the classic world, and some stand scrutiny better than others. This 1985 Chevrolet Corvette features a paint combination that was only chosen by around 5% of buyers, but that is the tip of… more»
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4-Speed Survivor: 1971 Plymouth Duster 340
There are many reasons why an enthusiast might decide to part with a beloved classic, but there are few sadder than when the motivation is a combination of age and failing health. That is the story behind this 1971… more»
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One Family Owned: No Reserve 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
A known ownership history, low odometer reading, and a No Reserve auction. Those are just three of the reasons why some readers may be irresistibly drawn to this 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. Its overall condition undoubtedly helps its cause, while… more»
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No Reserve: 1981 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne
We’ve recently seen a few classics at Barn Finds that don’t immediately make a positive impression. However, taking a closer look at this 1981 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne reveals a project Pickup loaded with promise. It spent its life in… more»
