Special Editions are nothing new to the classic world, with manufacturers devising a seemingly endless list of reasons to send something distinctive to dealerships to entice potential buyers. Honda followed that practice in 1986 with its iconic Z50 Monkey… more»
Driver Quality Cars
Survivor? 1987 American Motors Eagle
By the late 1970s, American Motors Corporation was slowly drowning in competition. Pursuing salvation, it chose the only affordable strategy it could dream up: devise a new car from existing parts. Even so, the expenditure required for a new… more»
Lovingly Maintained: 1975 Bricklin SV-1
If I said that I was about to tell the story of an American classic featuring gullwing doors, panel material that never required painting, and a drivetrain from a third-party supplier, the minds of many would turn to the… more»
1 Owner SUV: 1991 Chevrolet Suburban V2500
There are some key words that buyers and collectors of classic cars and trucks love to hear: one owner and California-since-new. This 1991 Chevrolet Suburban captures both of these key details with long-term West Coast ownership and just one… more»
Driver With the Right Options: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Have you ever ordered a sandwich from a real deli? The kind of deli we are referring to is one with a checklist where you mark what type of bread, meat, cheese, condiments, and toppings you want to make… more»
BF Auction: 1966 Pontiac Grand Prix
Although some enthusiasts focus on classics featuring Triple-Black paint and trim, there is much to be said for following the opposite tack. This 1966 Pontiac Grand Prix is a shining example of that philosophy, with its Triple-White creating a… more»
Muscle Wagon: 1970 Buick Estate Wagon 455
The 1970 Buick Estate was a genuine Muscle Wagon off the showroom floor. However, this beast takes that to a higher level courtesy of a raft of engine upgrades. It presents beautifully, and its interior is loaded with comfort… more»
Diesel Import: 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ42
It would be easy and understandable if our Barn Finds readers looked at this 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser and thought it was just another FJ40. However, it is the FJ40’s cousin, the BJ42. It spent years serving as a… more»
Significantly Modified: 1970 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350
Most enthusiasts agree that originality is crucial when assessing the relative worth of any classic. However, some vehicles break that rule merely by wearing the right badge. Take this 1970 Ford Mustang as a prime example. It features modifications… more»
Recently Restored: 1968 Dodge Charger
The line between a restored and a refurbished classic is sometimes fine, as demonstrated by this 1968 Dodge Charger. It presents nicely and features a healthy and relatively potent drivetrain combination. However, a few visible changes may cause some… more»
Only Two Owners! 1962 Chrysler 300 Sport Series
The Chrysler 300 Letter Series had been around since 1955, establishing itself as the first true muscle car. Perhaps to take advantage of that car’s performance image, Chrysler added the 300 Sport Series in 1962, which included a 4-door… more»
No Reserve: 1981 Ford F350 Ranger 4×4
Have you ever looked at a classic 4×4 and felt it is way too nice to be subjected to the rigors and hazards of off-roading? That could be the case with this 1981 Ford F350 Ranger 4×4. Its exterior… more»
Rare T-Type Package: 1989 Buick LeSabre
In addition to wide-scale manual transmission availability, one of the other things I miss most about modern cars is that manufacturers don’t consider a 2-door model of their mainstay offerings important anymore, and that’s a shame. The Buick LeSabre… more»
Restored Mopar: 1973 Dodge Challenger 318 V8
Dodge was the last of the U.S. automakers to get into the “pony car” business. The Challenger was born five years after the fever which had started with the Ford Mustang. The sporty new automobile shared its hot new… more»
A Very Useable Collectible: 1991 Buick Reatta
From 1988 through 1991, Buick produced a two-seat automobile very different from their usual offerings. Intended as a “halo car” to attract attention to the brand and lure curious customers to the showrooms, the Reatta was an interesting combination… more»
Are We There Yet? 1973 Dodge Monaco Wagon
Dagmar over riders, faded “wood grain”, black on black – this 1973 Dodge Monaco wagon is nineteen feet of vintage nasty ready to cast a spell over Mopar fans. The Monaco was introduced in 1965, with the nameplate a… more»
















