If you had the money in 1970 and wanted a domestically-produced two-seater with sporting credentials, the most obvious choice was to splash your cash on a Corvette. However, the AMC AMX was a viable alternative that offered good looks… more»
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No Rust Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle
Some classics leave potential buyers with decisions to make. Such is the case with this 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle. The seller describes it as a rust-free vehicle, and its presentation is good enough to justify preservation as a genuine survivor…. more»
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V6 Survivor: 1981 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
When Chevrolet redesigned its mid-size Chevelle in 1978, they dropped that moniker and went with Malibu all the way. The Malibu had previously been the Chevelle’s top-of-the-line model. A downsizing was part of the process to help make the… more»
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Rare Color: 1988 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Chevrolet offered 1988 Corvette buyers a choice of eleven single-shade paint colors and, as is typical, some proved significantly more popular than others. This ’88 Convertible features one of the rarer colors, and it is interesting because it changes… more»
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Loads of New Parts: 1973 AMC Hornet
In 1970, American Motors brought back the Hornet name from the 1950s and bestowed it upon their replacement for the aging American compact. It would last through 1977 after which the car transformed into the Concord. It was a… more»
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1 of 2700 Built: 1956 Chrysler Windsor Town and Country Wagon
In 1956, station wagons continued their popularity across America for a number of reasons. The nation was ten years into the Baby Boom era, more families had moved to the suburbs, the nation’s economy was good, and station wagons… more»
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Ram Air III/4-Speed: 1970 Pontiac Trans Am
1970 was an exciting year for Pontiac, as that’s when the all-new second-generation Firebird was introduced in the brand’s lineup. Buyers had four models to choose from, including the base Firebird, the luxurious Esprit, the sporty Formula, or the… more»
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Family Hauler: 1993 Volvo 240 Sedan
This 1993 Volvo 240 is a rare find for a few reasons, but namely because it’s from the end of this venerable model’s production cycle. The 1993 models are hard to come by, but especially in bright colors like… more»
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Mechanically Rebuilt: 1979 Ferrari 308 GTS
We discussed the other day how the Ferrari Mondial has been creeping up in value, shedding some of the negative energy that has been associated with this “baby Ferrari” for the last few decades. Of course, when you see… more»
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Low Mileage 5-Speed: 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
It’s always interesting to see a car with a Buy-It-Now slowly creep towards that target price with incremental bidding. In some ways, I see it as an indication of real-world interest in a particular model, as cars that never… more»
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45k Mile Yard Find: 1977 Dodge Aspen SE Wagon
The pairing of the Dodge Aspen and Plymouth Volare was the successor to the long-running duo of the Dart and Valiant. But unlike their predecessors, the Aspen and Volare only ran for one generation from 1976 to 1980. The… more»
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What Price Perfection? 1948 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe
Is it possible to place a price on perfection? It seems that if the classic in question is this 1948 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe, the answer to that question is a resounding “Yes!” Don’t take my word for it,… more»
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Low-Mile Survivor: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Collector’s Edition Sedan
Enthusiasts seeking muscle or pony cars face abundant choices in the current classic market. However, those seeking comfort, practicality, and affordability face greater challenges. That is where this 1996 Buick Roadmaster Collector’s Edition Sedan rides to the rescue. From… more»
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Collection Find: 1947 Packard Clipper
While most enthusiasts are happy to park one classic in their garage, others are fortunate enough to accumulate a collection of desirable and historic vehicles. This 1947 Packard Clipper recently emerged from such a collection and is ready to… more»
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10k Original Miles: 1987 Pontiac Fiero SE
In an era when new cars seem less exciting, I believe the world is crying out for a manufacturer like Pontiac. It was willing to push the boundaries, creating iconic muscle cars like the GTO. It dived head-first into… more»
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One-Owner 1979 Chevrolet Impala Wagon
It’s a fair bet that many of us here at Barn Finds have at least one experience with a 1977-1979 Chevrolet. My aunt and uncle owned one, an orange ’77 Caprice Classic wagon with wood sides. A high school friend… more»
