Before I begin, I must admit to having a sweet spot for this car, having spent many of my formative days cruising around aimlessly in my dad’s hand-me-down Silver Metallic T-Bird with the Crown Vic-spec five-point-oh under the hood…. more»
Driver Quality Cars
Sep 26, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Dirt Cheap! 1985 Cadillac Eldorado
If you have long harbored the desire to undertake a first restoration project but have worried about sinking thousands into purchasing a candidate, this 1985 Cadillac Eldorado may have ridden to your rescue. It saw active service until recently… more»
Sep 26, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Looks and Power! 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Callaway SuperNatural
Some cars represent a triumph of style over substance, with performance that doesn’t befit their looks. However, there are no such issues with this 1994 Chevrolet Corvette Callaway SuperNatural. The classy and sleek exterior is perfectly complemented by an… more»
Sep 26, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Luxurious Pink Driver: 1959 Lincoln Continental Mark IV
When the cycle comes around for my wife and I to buy a new car, I always focus on a decent price, a salesperson who’s easy to talk to, finding one with just the right equipment, and maximizing our… more»
Sep 26, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
ASC Conversion: 1989 Ford Mustang McLaren Convertible
The ASC McLaren Ford Mustang convertible is already a rarity these days, as it was produced in limited numbers when new. However, you can split a few key hairs to make it even more obscure if you look towards… more»
Sep 26, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Blown Brit: Supercharged 1952 MG TD
Classic British sports cars enjoyed a well-earned reputation for providing an engaging driving experience. However, with many featuring engines from a humble background, power and torque figures are typically modest. This 1952 MG TD goes some way towards addressing… more»
Sep 25, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Custom Pickup: 1975 Cadillac Calais
One of the greatest challenges when writing for Barn Finds is resisting the urge to park many of the featured vehicles in our garages. Regular readers know my preference for originality, but there is something about this 1975 Cadillac… more»
Sep 25, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
One Owner: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Choosing to part with a beloved classic is never easy. However, when the vehicle has clocked forty-five years of active service and you have been its custodian since Day One, the stakes are raised to a far higher level…. more»
Sep 25, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Super Sedan: 415 HP 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton W12
To appreciate Volkswagen’s $100k+ Phaeton, you need to understand the Autobahn. Well before the Eisenhower Interstates, Germany built multi-lane limited-access highways with no speed limits. Survival on the autobahn means you can floor even the humblest well-maintained German car… more»
Sep 25, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Drive Or Restore? 1968 Chevrolet El Camino SS 396
For the 1968 model, the Chevrolet El Camino got a fresh new look, which included a slight stretch in length from the previous year. The Chevy also grew in its cool-factor potential as well, as ’68 was the first… more»
Sep 25, 2024 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Triple-Black Survivor: 1966 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
I am typically not a huge fan of cars wearing Black paint, but when an owner selects Triple-Black with sparkling chrome, classics of that type are often irresistible. This 1966 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham is a perfect example of that… more»
Sep 25, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Luxurious JDM Import: 1997 Toyota Celsior
Toyota launched Lexus as its luxury marque in 1989, following a path pursued by manufacturers like Ford and General Motors. Interestingly, the company didn’t start using the Lexus badge on its domestic models until 2006. Therefore, this 1997 Celsior… more»
Sep 24, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
One Family Owned: 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Seville With 46k Original Miles
When assessing the relative merits of a classic they are considering parking in their garage, many enthusiasts place great emphasis on a known ownership history. Being able to trace a car’s story is often reassuring, making this 1956 Cadillac… more»
Sep 24, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Four-Door Fun: 1964 Rambler American 440
Rambler! That’s a name that conjures up different takes on American Motor’s famous budget-minded automobiles. Some of those takes may be outright derision while others can be comical but many are views of admiration. Today’s find, a 1964 Rambler… more»
Sep 24, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Boosted Performance: 1980 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am
1979 saw a few exterior changes for the Pontiac Firebird, including a sleeker front end with the grilles moved down to help keep things cooler under the hood. However, it wasn’t until the following year that some major engine… more»
Sep 24, 2024 • Auctions • 16 Comments
BF Auction: 1946 International K1
Custom builds allow an owner to let their imagination off the leash. The finished product can sometimes be extraordinary, which is undoubtedly true with this 1946 International K1 Pickup. Created by the owner’s father as a labor of love… more»
