In the 1970s, General Motors “cloned” the Chevrolet Nova across most divisions so they, too, could have an American-made compact. Pontiac was first with the Ventura II, then Oldsmobile soon followed with the Omega, and Buick with the Apollo…. more»
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High Mileage and Mint: 1997 Ford Explorer Limited
When it comes to high mileage, it’s very rare that a vehicle used for daily driving still looks like brand new. Sure, if it’s a collector grade model that’s been used, you almost expect the owner to be proud… more»
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Supercharged 427! 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
While the C3 Corvette continued to look great throughout its long lifespan, performance and options for over-the-top engines began to diminish over time as the run went on. However, back in the late sixties, there was a fine selection… more»
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43K-Mile Survivor: 1967 Chrysler Newport
In its advertising for the 1967 Newport, Chrysler advised potential customers to “Test Price a Chrysler.” It must have been tempting; a basic Newport two-door hardtop such as the one featured here sold for $3,639, and it came standard… more»
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26k Original Miles: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
I prefer my classics unmolested, which is why I was drawn to this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. The seller states that as a genuine survivor, it isn’t perfect. However, it has a mere 26,000 miles on the clock, and… more»
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Three Wheels, Four Seats: 1936 Raleigh Safety Seven
All over Britain in the pre-WWI era, bicycle makers were morphing into automakers, as if knowing how to make a wheel was qualification enough to tackle the motoring industry. Raleigh Bicycle Company took its first run at producing a… more»
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Original 440: 1967 Plymouth GTX
One of the challenges of writing for Barn Finds is accentuating a classic’s strengths and weaknesses without portraying the car as something it isn’t. It is easy to get carried away, and I admit to doing so in the… more»
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Solid Body and Frame: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
Chevrolet’s C1 Corvette endured a faltering start, with the company contemplating discontinuing the badge at the end of 1955. However, the company dug in for the long haul, and the situation had improved markedly by the time our feature… more»
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Shelby GT350-H Tribute: 1966 Ford Mustang
Imagine for a minute that you’re 25 years old in 1966 and also a member of Hertz’s Sport Club. For $17 and pocket change for mileage, you could rent a Mustang Shelby GT350-H for the day. This was thanks… more»
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427 4-Speed Sleeper: 1969 Chevrolet Biscayne
From the late 1950s through 1975, the Biscayne was Chevrolet’s entry-level full-size automobile. If you wanted no frills but plenty of room, this was the car for you. Even carpeting was extra. The seller’s ’69 2-door sedan looks timid… more»
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500 HP Drag Racer: 1970 Buick Skylark
When a gearhead refers to a high-performance early seventies Buick A-Body, I instinctively think of the Gran Sport, sometimes called the “gentleman’s muscle car” for providing lots of power and luxurious features all in the same package. However, somebody… more»
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Tidy Rubber Bumper: 1974.5 MGB Roadster
The odometer on this 1974 MG MGB Roadster in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, reads 21,604 miles, but it might have turned over once. The low mileage could actually be believable because the car looks pretty darned good for its age…. more»
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Nicest One Left? 1968 Buick Skylark Custom
In 1964, General Motors promoted several of its compacts to mid-size status. That included the Buick Special and Skylark. The first redesign in that configuration came in 1968, and the Buicks obtained “quirky” styling compared to the Chevy Chevelle… more»
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Wild Street Machine: 1971 Chevrolet Vega
When it comes to automotive journalism, the 1970s may have been the most eclectic decade of all, starting with drag tests of muscle cars and ending with Boogie Vans, VWs, and anything else that would stick on the cover…. more»
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54k-Mile Estate Find: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Wagon
In 1991, Buick revived the Roadmaster nameplate after a 33-year absence. It replaced the former Buick Estate, though the platform was the same. At first, only a wagon was marketed, but a 4-door sedan arrived shortly thereafter. The seller… more»
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S-Code 390: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback
The popular Ford Mustang got its first styling update in 1967. And part of that was to enlarge the engine compartment to accommodate big-block V8s. Such is the case with the seller’s car, which has one of those motors,… more»
