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440 V8 Project: 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T

Dodge entered the 1967 model year focused on the youth and/or performance market. The new Charger was in its second year and the Coronet would gain a powerful model, the R/T (short for Road/Track). It had a 440 cubic… more»

Heart of Gold: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette

UPDATE 06/18/2024: We’ve recently experienced an influx of classics that haven’t sold on the first attempt, and this 1960 Chevrolet Corvette continues that trend. It is unclear whether it is a sign of a softening market, but this classic… more»

Fresh Paint: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle

Volkswagen built its entire empire off the back of the sales success of the humble Beetle. It is hard to fathom how a company that produced what many believe to be the ultimate people’s car could rubberstamp the production… more»

19k Original Miles: 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z

Some enthusiasts are unwilling or unable to tackle project builds. For them, the only alternative is to pursue turnkey vehicles to join the world of classic car ownership. That opportunity awaits the new owner of this 1988 Chevrolet Camaro… more»

One of Four Survivors: 1955 LeGene Californian Sports Special

The 1950s hatched a lush variety of cars called American Specials. Mostly fiberglass, these cars were made in tiny handfuls by guys in garages. Some were kits, others sprang fully formed from their inventors’ workshops. Few are so rare… more»

Original 429: 1969 Mercury Marauder X-100

When an owner cherishes a classic so much that they wear away its paint from washing and polishing, you know it isn’t a passing infatuation. Such is the case with this 1969 Mercury Marauder X-100. It presents well as… more»

Original 383/4-Speed: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

Muscle cars fell out of favor in the 1970s as manufacturers focused on complying with emerging safety and emission regulations. The badges lived on, but the vehicles wearing them were shadows of their predecessors. Thankfully, enthusiasts preserved cars like… more»

Highly Optioned: 1968 Pontiac GTO

Life typically involves compromise, and the classic car world is no different. Potential buyers must assess their needs, sometimes trading off one characteristic for another. Muscle cars are traditionally hard-edged vehicles focused primarily on outright performance. However, this 1968… more»

One-Owner 350 V8: 1972 Oldsmobile 442

In the General Motors camp, when it came to muscle cars, Oldsmobile had the 442 (or 4-4-2 depending on the model year). Originally, it was the abbreviation for four-barrel carburetor, four-speed transmission, and dual exhaust (but that would evolve… more»

9k Original Miles: 1986 Panther Kallista

It would be easy to look at this 1986 Panther Kallista and believe it is just another of the numerous kit cars that flooded the market during the 1970s and 1980s. However, it is far more than that. The… more»

Possible 77K Mile Daily Driver: 1950 Plymouth Sedan

Your question is this: If you had to pick one car built before 1970 to be a reliable, no-fail daily driver, which car would you pick and why?  One of the most logical answers would be a Checker.  The… more»

Final Edition: 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser

I have long lamented the demise of the domestic Station Wagon. However, with buyers focusing on Vans and SUVs, it simply didn’t make economic sense for manufacturers to develop and produce what quickly became a niche vehicle. This 1990… more»

No Reserve: 1992 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais Quad 442 W41

It is common for manufacturers to revive an iconic badge to improve sales and draw buyers into showrooms. However, the practice isn’t successful if the company keeps the model a secret. Such was the case with Oldsmobile and its… more»

Fire Survivor: 1976 Datsun 280Z

Survivors are typically cars that have managed to get through life without any modifications or restoration. However, this 1976 Datsun 280Z wears that title for a different reason. Years ago, it suffered an engine bay fire that could have… more»

Real Twin Cam Race Car: 1959 MG MGA Twin Cam

Believe it or not, we have a second MG MGA race car to discuss here on Barn Finds.  This one is a rare twin-cam 1959 MG MGA that was outfitted long ago to do battle at Laguna Seca, Watkins,… more»

Mostly Original Survivor? 1959 DeSoto Fireflite

DeSoto was a storied division of Chrysler Corporation from 1928 to 1961. It was part of a four-division family that also comprised the Dodge and Plymouth. But by the late 1950s. things were getting crowded and Chrysler discovered there… more»