How do you know when a vehicle has become a classic? Is it when it shows up on Cars ‘n Bids? Is it when it starts rising in price? Is it when some guy spends way too much restoring… more»
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390-Powered: 1969 Mercury Cougar Eliminator
Many enthusiasts contemplating a classic purchase look favorably on a long-term ownership history. If you fall into that category, this 1969 Mercury Cougar Eliminator is worth more than a passing glance. It has been part of the same family… more»
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Original Tri-Power: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette
The Chevrolet Corvette established itself in the market in the 1950s and has remained a staple ever since. There have been some significant developments during its lifetime, but the company’s decision to shoehorn a big-block V8 under the hood… more»
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37k Original Miles: 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL
One of the most significant challenges we each face when writing for Barn Finds is remaining objective when we have a strong personal link to the classic in question. Such is the case with me and this 1964 Ford… more»
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Rare SportWagon: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
Wagons: either you love them, or you don’t. I am firmly in the former category, as I’ve always found “enthusiast” wagons to be immensely cool. There’s something about a vehicle that allows you to have your cake and eat… more»
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GTS Upgrade: Excellent 1983 Toyota Celica
Note: 7/30/2026 The seller has updated the listing with an image of the engine, now included below. JO My favorite car! On February 22, 1983, I bought a brand new Toyota Celica GT. I owned it for ten years,… more»
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Compact Convertible: 1966 AMC Rambler American 440
When it was introduced in the late 1950s, the AMC Rambler American appealed mostly to buyers seeking economical, practical transportation in a compact package. However, by the time the third generation rolled around in 1964, many consumers were beginning… more»
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Fun In The Sun: 1992 Geo Metro LSi
Here’s a Suzuki in disguise, badged in the US by General Motors as the Geo Metro. It’s as small as it looks, about as long as your living room couch at 146″. Strictly a two-seater, it does have a… more»
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455-Equipped: 1970 Pontiac Trans Am
This 1970 Pontiac Trans Am makes a positive first impression, courtesy of its tidy presentation. It hides a couple of secrets below that surface, bringing an equal mix of good and bad news. Many hardened performance enthusiasts will welcome… more»
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Original 350: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1972 Chevrolet Corvette retains its numbers-matching small-block. However, it has undergone one very significant change that might not appeal to purists. The buyer could reverse this change during the cosmetic refresh the seller appears to recommend. What is… more»
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Upgraded 350/5-Speed: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Rally Sport
If a lack of originality isn’t a deal-breaker, this 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Rally Sport deserves a closer look. Its presentation is impressive, and a life spent in favorable climates has preserved its factory steel. However, the mechanical upgrades… more»
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All Original: 1958 Chevrolet Impala
When a seller uses phrases like “all original” to describe a classic, it is fair to expect the vehicle to be unchanged from its factory specifications. This 1958 Chevrolet Impala misses the mark in a couple of areas, but… more»
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20 Inch Hoops! 1960 Chevrolet Bel Air
What to make of a 1960 Chevrolet Bel Air? There was a lot of swervin’ going on at GM’s entry-level division in the late fifties. From the iconic ’57 to the Cadillacesque ’58 and then to the outrageous batwing… more»
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60k-Mile Survivor? 1974 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The Chevy Camaro got some styling updates in 1974, the fifth year of the second generation. Most of this was to placate increasing federal safety standards in terms of bumpers. Some think the changes were well done, while others… more»
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Drop-Top Driver: 1963 Plymouth Valiant
The Valiant was Plymouth’s entry into the compact car market in 1960. The similar Dodge Lancer followed the next year. Styling of the vehicles was a bit unorthodox (but in line with the rest of Chrysler at the time),… more»
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New Engine + Interior: 1975 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The second generation of the Chevy Monte Carlo was quite popular, attracting sales of more than 400,000 units in 1977 alone. That bucked the mid-decade trend of moving to more fuel-efficient automobiles thanks to rising gas prices. The seller… more»
