Sometimes a line of cars gets overshadowed by the cars that came before or after them. For example, the 1949-1951 Fords were a bases-loaded home run for the company, and the 1955-1956 Fords were also well received. Ford automobiles… more»
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Weekend Driver? 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To many, the 1957 edition of the so-called “Tri-Five” Chevrolets of 1955-57 are the best looking. And perhaps the most collected, even though the production numbers by year didn’t vary much. This ’57 Sport Coupe in Bel Air trim… more»
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Mid-Year Redesign: 1970 Chevrolet Camaro
The industry’s second best-selling “pony car” – the Chevrolet Camaro – was all-new in 1970. And would be introduced mid-season, leading many to call it a 1970 ½ model (but they were all titled as ‘70s). This nice example… more»
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Three Owners: 1970 Ferrari 365 GTB/4 Daytona Plexiglass
There’s rare, and then there’s rare. To Americans accustomed to production numbers of 1350 Mustang Boss 429s and 2326 AMC Rebel “The Machines”, a population of 385 copies feels infinitesimal. The larger set of 365 GTB/4s amounted to only… more»
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BF Auction: 1960 Ford F100 Styleside 4×4
This 1960 Ford F100 Styleside is one of the last third-generation F100s built. It was optioned with the 292 cui V8 and 4-wheel drive. While the F150 gets all the attention these days, it was the F100 that kicked… more»
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One Family Owned: 1987 Honda CRX
The Honda CRX has long been viewed as one of the predominant hot hatches of the 1980s, but for many of the original buyers of this model, it was more sought after for being an economical mode of transportation… more»
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Running 283: 1957 Chevrolet LCF 5700 Truck
It is said that variety is the spice of life, and we undoubtedly receive that in abundance at Barn Finds. We’ve seen almost everything from cars to boats and aircraft, although the trucks that we feature are typically lighter… more»
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Rebuilt 460: 1970 Ford F-250 4×4 Pickup
Many buyers don’t want the significant cost of mechanical refurbishment when purchasing a classic to park in their driveway. Therefore, enthusiasts searching for a Pickup might find this 1978 Ford F-250 Custom irresistible. It is a rock-solid survivor, but… more»
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No Reserve: 1996 Ford F-350 Centurion
Ford has produced some pretty luxurious examples of its venerable F-Series Pickups, and most buyers found exactly what they wanted on the factory options list in days gone by. Still, those craving even more could order their new toy… more»
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Entry Level Classic: 1983 BMW 320i
Over the last few years, we have seen a roller coaster of classic car values. There were some vehicles that shocked me when I saw the prices they were commanding, and the E21-chassis BMW 3-Series is one of those… more»
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289/4-Speed: 1962 Studebaker GT Hawk
The Gran Turismo, or GT, was the final incarnation of Studebaker’s Hawk series. It was the product of a company teetering on the edge of oblivion, but it still provided buyers with excellent luxury and performance. Our feature car,… more»
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BF Auction: 1987 Pontiac 6000 STE
When it debuted, the Pontiac 6000 STE was a serious contender for anyone considering buying a sports sedan. The Special Touring Edition featured a high-output engine, a sport suspension, 4-wheel disc brakes, and performance tires. You don’t see these… more»
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Champagne Long Roof: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Wagon
The W123 series Mercedes-Benz remains one of the most recognizable classics of the modern era, with its handsome styling and ridiculously overbuilt qualities. The wagon body has long been a favorite of anyone who enjoys a good “long roof”… more»
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Two Owner Family Sedan: 1972 Dodge Polara
The Polara was Dodge’s version of the Chevrolet Impala or Ford Galaxie 500 in the 1970s and 1970s. This Polara Custom (1972) is a two-owner automobile that at first glance looks like a repainted police cruiser. But it’s not… more»
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Rare 2-Door: 1957 Cadillac Edorado Seville
While many enthusiasts focus on the Biarritz as one of the rarest Cadillacs produced in 1957, the Eldorado Seville doesn’t trail far behind. The company only produced 2,100 examples, and our feature car is a beauty. Faulting its presentation… more»
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Just Out of Storage: 1953 Willys Overland Station Wagon
In Witold Rybczynski’s new book The Driving Machine, he discusses the genesis of the Willys Overland station wagon, a very nice 1953 example of which is here on Facebook Marketplace in Grace Valley, California. After the complexity and maintenance-heavy… more»
