With the Plymouth Valiant and Dodge Dart soon to be retired, the cars shared a common wheelbase from 1974 through 1976. For the Valiant, that meant an increase of three inches, and we assume the change was made for… more»
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Luxury Survivor? 1983 Chrysler New Yorker 5th Ave
There’s this phenomenon that occurs in consumerism where the company that holds onto old standards emerges the victor when the sentiment pendulum swings back in their direction. Chrysler, like other domestic manufacturers, was struggling with changing consumer sentiments and… more»
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Sprint 200 Edition: 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe
Ford’s Mustang was the sales phenomenon of the mid-1960s. Between April 1964 and the end of the 1966 model year, nearly 1.3 million of them were produced, presumably creating a banner period in FOMOCO’s history. With sales approaching the… more»
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41k-Mile Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe
In some ways, this 1968 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe seemed unusually ready for the decade was to come. It was a new model for 1968, featuring a Caprice-like roofline; additionally, our featured Impala has Ash Gold paint and a… more»
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The First Pony Car: 1964 Plymouth Barracuda
Timing is everything. Technically, the Plymouth Barracuda was the first two-door pony car in America when it went on sale on April 1, 1964. It was Plymouth’s attempt to add some sportiness to its compact Valiant by making it… more»
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Flawless and Like New: 1979 International Scout II
The ever popular International Harvester Scout was produced from 1961-1980 with total production exceeding 500,000 units. This example is a 1979 International Harvester Scout II located in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin. It is listed for sale here on Facebook… more»
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Jed Clampett’s RV! 1930 Chevrolet 1.5 Ton Truck
I’ve seen several nicely tricked-out tiny houses on TV shows recently, including a few actually built on trailers for easy transport to different locations. However, most are expensive, plus something motorized is likely better suited to my tastes, in… more»
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Affordable Exotic: 1974 Fiat X1/9
What defines an exotic car? Distinctive styling by a celebrated coachbuilder, advanced mechanical components, and intangible presence? Rarity combined with a particular badge? Each of us likely has our own definition, sometimes boiling down to: “I’ll know it when… more»
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45k Original Miles: 1959 Jaguar XK150 OTS
It is sometimes challenging to find the right words to describe a classic. Take this 1959 Jaguar XK150 OTS as a prime example. Its presentation is superb, and its mechanical specifications promise excellent performance. If I were to sum… more»
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Easy Entry Point: 1975 Pontiac Trans Am
In the mid-1970s, the American muscle car was on life support. Rising insurance premiums, the 1973 oil crisis, and the introduction of the catalytic converter in 1975 had effectively neutered the high-compression monsters of the previous decade. Yet, while… more»
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36k Original Miles: 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
We’ve recently seen a few impressive low-mile classics cross our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo continues that trend. It looks nice, has the range-topping 350ci V8 under the hood, and has a genuine 36,000… more»
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Drives Like New: 1975 Pontiac Firebird Esprit
It may not possess quite the cachet of a Trans Am, but this 1975 Pontiac Firebird Esprit deserves a close look. Its overall condition is extremely tidy, and its engine bay houses a 350ci V8. With 60,000 original miles… more»
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Great Driving 350: 1976 Chevrolet Camaro LT Rally Sport
For me, the most important aspect of the classic ownership experience isn’t the car’s desirability or its potential value. It is how much fun it can provide. This 1976 Chevrolet Camaro LT Rally Sport perfectly embodies that philosophy. It… more»
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Attention Nova Lovers! 1979 Pontiac Phoenix
The Chevrolet Nova may have been the most cloned car within the General Motors family. Every division of GM except Cadillac would get a variant in the 1970s. At Pontiac, it was the Ventura II, then just Ventura, and… more»
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427/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
This 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible recently emerged from a private collection. It has only clocked around 600 miles since the previous owner had the 427ci V8 under the hood rebuilt years ago. However, it runs and drives well, needing… more»
BF Exclusive: 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500
This 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL 500 is an exceptionally tidy survivor that can still turn heads twenty-seven years after it left the showroom floor. The V8 under the hood delivers impressive performance, and its lack of exposure to snow and… more»
