Classics like this 1968 Dodge Charger R/T pose a unique set of challenges for Barn Finds writers. This isn’t because there is anything inherently wrong with this car. It is because there is so much that is right that… more»
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Mar 29, 2025 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Upgraded Six: 1971 Plymouth Duster
Economic rationalism has seen many brands reduce their badge offerings to buyers, while some corporations have retired marques for the same reason. Plymouth joined a long line of such brands in 1971, marking the end of what had been… more»
Mar 29, 2025 • For Sale • 16 Comments
283/4-Speed: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
Fins dominated American vehicle styling during the 1950s, proving so popular that they found their way across the globe to Europe and Australia. They probably peaked in 1959 on brands like Cadillac, but Chevrolet adopted a more elegant approach… more»
Mar 29, 2025 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Factory Supercharged: 1957 Packard Clipper Wagon
Some classics tick so many boxes that it is impossible to identify their greatest attribute. This 1957 Packard Clipper Country Sedan is a perfect example of that dilemma. Its relative rarity is one of its strengths, while the seller’s… more»
Mar 29, 2025 • For Sale • 43 Comments
8k Original Miles: 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine
We see an enormously diverse range of classics at Barn Finds. Having recently completed an article about a 1950 Crosley Hot Shot, I am now confronted by this 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine. The pair represent either end of the… more»
Mar 29, 2025 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Mint Condition: 1950 Crosley Hot Shot
Claiming that there are “none nicer” than a classic you have listed for sale is a bold strategy, but it is the one chosen by the current owner of this 1950 Crosley Hot Shot. However, scrutinizing the supplied photos… more»
Mar 29, 2025 • For Sale • 13 Comments
What’s Wrong With It? 1984 Alfa Romeo Spider
OK, we’ve reviewed cars from “Just Donated” before, and it’s often evident why they’ve been donated. As a matter of fact, some that I have covered have looked like they need to be undonated. But that’s not the case… more»
Mar 29, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Four-Door Fun: 1969 Ford Galaxie 500
It seemed unlikely, long ago, that a 1969 Ford Galaxie 500, four-door sedan would still be plying the streets 56 years after the fact. But, here’s the evidence, and I’d suggest that it’s a pretty nice specimen. Someone’s taken… more»
Mar 28, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Refreshed Powertrain: 1961 Chrysler 300G
Enthusiasts love to share special features and interesting facts about their rides, and 1961 Chrysler 300G owners draw from a deep well of fascinating model-specific factoids. Chrysler’s pinnacle of luxury performance boasts a 413 V8 topped by cross-ram induction,… more»
Mar 28, 2025 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Always Draws Attention: 1965 Pontiac Grand Prix
Although it could never match Chevy or Ford in overall sales, Pontiac was certainly the most overachieving auto manufacturer of the 1960s. Its marketing department was the best in the industry, using elegantly illustrated Fitz/Van ads for the big… more»
Mar 27, 2025 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Last of the Legends: 1998 Bentley Brooklands R
It’s that time again: time for our favorite seller who apparently has accumulated quite a stash of Bentleys and Rolls Royces, all stored in a space-compromised location in Oregon. This time, it’s a late production 1998 Bentley Brooklands R… more»
Mar 27, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
AutoRama Winner: 1979 Pontiac Formula
The 2nd generation Firebird looked good in just about whatever color they left the Pontiac factory. This 1979 Pontiac Formula left the factory in Code 63 Sierra Copper which was not available on the Trans Am. I think it… more»
Mar 27, 2025 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Rare Convertible: 1967 Ford Fairlane GTA 390
Years ago, I had a thing for Ford’s ’66 and ’67 Fairlane. The “thing” passed, and I moved on to others. But even back then, as is the case today, the convertible version was seldom seen—and that’s what caught… more»
Mar 27, 2025 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Not Many Left: 1995 Mercury Tracer Wagon
Much like the death of the small pickup, the small wagon is a dinosaur on the automotive landscape – the extinct kind. The combination of a highly efficient and maneuverable compact car with loads of space just made too… more»
Mar 27, 2025 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Three-Row Survivor: 1972 Mercury Monterey Station Wagon
It’s getting harder to find autos past the half-century mark that have been in the same family since their year of production, and when the history and maintenance can be traced back this far, I can understand how a… more»
Mar 27, 2025 • For Sale • 24 Comments
5-Speed and Straight: 1992 Volvo 240
This 1992 Volvo 240 is as basic as it gets, but in this case, that’s a good thing: it has the preferred manual gearbox, which while not exactly rare, you’re not guaranteed to find when you peek inside. The… more»
