The El Camino was Chevrolet’s version of a “gentleman’s pickup” because it was based on a car platform rather than that of a truck. It was on the market for the longest of the two primary competitors (the other… more»
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34k Original Miles: No Reserve 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S Convertible
A known ownership history is always desirable when searching for a classic to park in your garage. It makes it easier to confirm a seller’s claim, helping to ensure that buyers get what they are paying for. This 1985… more»
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No Reserve: 1977 Chevrolet G20 Shorty Van
Van culture reached its zenith in the 1970s, and those of us who lived through that period can remember some pretty wild creations. From dazzling paint to airbrushed murals and outrageous interior appointments, these vehicles were a veritable home-away-from-home… more»
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No Reserve: 1980 Triumph TR7 Drophead Coupe
I have always believed that the Triumph TR7 deserved greater sales success than it eventually achieved. The styling doesn’t appeal to everyone, but the same can be said of almost any classic. Perhaps its greatest hurdle was the company’s… more»
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Last Of The Big Ones: 1978 Ford LTD Wagon
Today’s station wagon find, courtesy of Lothar, is a bit of a different twist in that it’s a full-size Ford, but it is not slathered in faux wood paneling. It’s also of a vintage that isn’t featured here often…. more»
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All-Original 1984 AMC Eagle Sedan
Armchair automotive historians are endlessly fascinated by “what-if” scenarios regarding independents, especially Packard, Studebaker, and American Motors. The brand from Kenosha clearly had the best shot; after all, it kept the lights on decades after the others. AMC tended… more»
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Almost Turnkey: 1991 Ford Mustang GT
There’s a big difference between buying a total project and buying a car that just needs buttoning up. The latter is a great place to start, as you may get away with not paying top dollar but still get… more»
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Dennis Carpenter Owned: 1951 Mercury Monterey Convertible
Cars owned by famous people have appeared on Barn Finds before. However, fame and notoriety aren’t limited to household names. Some folks are, or were, celebrities in their little corner of the world. Dennis Carpenter is a name that… more»
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Best of the Flock: 1987 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
The ninth generation Thunderbird marked a departure from its flailing predecessor. Not only was the car shortened and restyled to emphasize aerodynamics, but its purpose also shifted from providing luxury trappings to engaging the driver – the better to… more»
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41k Original Miles: 1987 Ford F-150 XL 4×4
It is fair to expect a classic 4×4 Pickup with nearly forty years of active service under its belt to look a bit tired and rough around the edges. However, this 1987 Ford F-150 XL is an exception to… more»
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Upgraded Big-Block: 1969 Chevrolet Caprice
Ordering a Chevrolet Caprice in 1969 allowed buyers to choose from two versions of the company’s iconic 427ci V8. The first owner chose that path with our feature car, but it has subsequently received an even larger motor that… more»
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Cheap Wheels Runner! 1966 Plymouth Valiant
Chrysler introduced its first compact car in 1960, the Valiant. The successful model would last through 1976, offered parallel with the Dodge Dart for much of time. This 1966 Valiant is from the last year of the car’s second… more»
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High Output Hauler: 1994 Ford Taurus SHO Pickup
One of the best combinations of anything is a high-performance drivetrain with a vehicle never intended to have such performance potential. The Ford Taurus SHO has long been an enthusiast favorite, as has the compact Ranger pickup. However, the… more»
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Runs and Drives Great: 1962 Bentley S2
One of the most fascinating parts of Rolls-Royce and Bentley history is the staggering numbers of custom bodies that were available, from the sublime to the…not-so-sublime. But we shouldn’t forget that the “Standard Steel” bodies found on the Silver… more»
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Last Hurrah Convertible: 1965 Chrysler 300-L
Before the Pontiac GTO brought muscle to the mid-size car scene, Chrysler stirred things up with bigger autos. They were the Letter Series Chryslers based on the New Yorker and they were in production from 1955 to 1965. The… more»
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Older Hippie Van? 1962 Ford Econoline
The Ford E-Series of vans and pickups arrived in 1961 and were commonly known as the Econoline. It’s first generation was based on the new Ford Falcon’s compact platform, modified to accept a “mid-engine” layout (the front seats were… more»
