When a buyer ordered a new 1966 Mustang, the gun engine was undoubtedly the K-Code version of the sweet 289ci V8. It provided excellent performance and produced a car that could hold its own in elite company when teamed… more»
Driver Quality Cars
Highly Optioned Survivor: 1993 Dodge Ram W-250 LE
Older Pickups, especially the 4×4 variants, remain star performers in the classic market. They offer versatility for off-road adventures, but vehicles like this 1993 Dodge Ram W-250 LE also provide luxury appointments and the power and torque to function… more»
496 V8 SS Clone: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
The 1970 Chevelle Malibu is one of the most popular of the series to be cloned as a Super Sport, 396 or 454. And when it’s a convertible, the ante goes up. From what we can tell, this Chevelle… more»
Back From 25 Years of Storage: 1973 Lotus Europa
Over the history of Barn Finds, thousands of vehicles have been profiled. You would think that cars that saw high production numbers would be frequent subjects, and you would be correct. However, a particular British sports car seems to… more»
57k One-Owner Miles: 1982 Ford Granada Station Wagon
The seller of this 1982 Ford Granada Squire mentions that the 5-door station wagon was only in production for two years during the Granada’s life cycle, but from what information I can find, it seems as though it was… more»
BF Auction: 1956 Plymouth Fury Power Pack
Plymouth introduced the Fury to its model range as a “Spring Special” in 1956, and the badge endured in various forms for over two decades. Buyers received excellent performance for their cash, but those craving more could order their… more»
Rare Convertible: 1968 Shelby Cobra GT350
The Shelby GT350 is perhaps the most iconic of the first-generation Ford Mustangs. Between 1965 and 1967, they were built by Shelby American in California. For 1968 through 1970, production moved in-house to Ford in Michigan with some assistance from… more»
Long Term Ownership: 1967 Austin Healey 3000 BJ8
The arrival of Donald Healey’s new British sports car in 1953 permanently shifted the trajectory of buyers’ expectations. The Healey 100 was fast – in fact, it was named for its top speed. Later models were even more muscular…. more»
Highly Original War Hero: 1945 Willys MB Jeep
Officially going by the name U.S. Army Truck, 1⁄4‑ton, 4×4, Command Reconnaissance, the vehicle we commonly refer to as the Jeep was one of the superstars of World War II. Allowing soldiers, sailors, Marines, and airmen to travel quickly… more»
Scottsdale Survivor: 1976 Chevrolet K20 Pickup
There is a certain paradox concerning third-generation Chevrolet and GMC trucks. Despite proudly wearing the nickname “Square Body” since the first third-generation C/K trucks rolled off the assembly line, the official GM nomenclature for this model was “Rounded Line.” … more»
Spotless Survivor: 1993 Nissan 240SX SE With 26k Original Miles
Nissan’s Z-Car range from the 1970s received great acclaim as an affordable sports car offering above-average performance and impressive handling. The company continued pursuing that philosophy with classics like this 1993 240SX SE. The formula remained simple, with the… more»
22k Mile 1992 Buick Regal Gran Sport Coupe
It is easy to dismiss cars from the 1990s as they don’t typically meet the classic mold. However, there are exceptions to every rule, as this 1992 Buick Regal Gran Sport Coupe demonstrates. It has seen thirty-two years of… more»
Sky Lounge Equipped: 1963 Ford F100 Camper
One of the bonuses for being a regular reader of Barn Finds is that some of the most interesting and unusual vehicles being offered in the marketplace are written up right here. That said, this 1963 Ford F100 4WD… more»
Super Rare 10k Mile 1989 Avanti Convertible
When Studebaker stopped building cars in the U.S. at the end of calendar 1963, it looked like the end of the short-lived Avanti. But two Stude dealers came to the rescue, bought the name, inventory, and production capacity and… more»
BF Auction: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette
The seller of this 1970 Corvette found the car when we featured it a year ago. Since purchasing it, they have completed an extensive list of service items to make it a reliable driver. They have enjoyed working on… more»
Stunning Flat Top: 1959 Cadillac Sedan de Ville
Modern luxury car manufacturers typically adopt subtle and restrained styling, but that hasn’t always been the case. This 1959 Cadillac Sedan de Ville demonstrates that better than almost any car from that era. From its towering fins to the… more»
















