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Retain or Restore? 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

It is a question worth careful consideration. The seller describes this 1964 Corvette Coupe’s overall condition as acceptable for a driver-grade car. The new owner could revive this classic and enjoy it cosmetically untouched. However, the relentless value increases… more»

Affordable Classic: 1967 Plymouth Belvedere

It almost seems inevitable that any classic falling within the affordable category will require significant restoration work. This can make an initially inexpensive purchase become a financial black hole. However, this 1967 Plymouth Belvedere could be an exception to… more»

1 of 5,000: 1959 Auto Union 1000 Sp

The Auto Union 1000 Sp was an interesting sports car built by Germany’s Auto Union beginning in 1958. Just 5,000 coupes and 1,640 convertibles were produced through 1965, taking many of their styling hints from the 1st-generation Ford Thunderbird…. more»

One-Year-Only Ventura Package: 1974 Pontiac GTO

The 1974 Pontiac GTO was the last one before the car took a lengthy hiatus, with the name not revived again until it made a brief comeback nearly 30 years later, but the fifth-generation Goat didn’t stick around for… more»

Rare K-Car: 1985 Plymouth Laser Turbo

After profits topped 2 billion dollars in 1978, Ford decided to fire Lee Iacocca after a 32-year career which eventually saw him becoming President of the company.  But it was probably for the best, as Chrysler viewed him as… more»

Award Winner! 1961 Pontiac Ventura

Between 1960 and 1970, the Ventura was an upscale version of the Catalina, perhaps like the Impala was a tier above the Bel Air. Mechanically they were mostly the same car, but the Ventura was packaged to appeal more… more»

Needs Finishing: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Choosing which path to follow when completing another person’s unfinished project can be difficult, and it is a decision facing the new owner of this 1968 Corvette Convertible. With the hard work done, the buyer needs to add the… more»

Tidy Driver: 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible

We seem to have had a run on classic Ford Convertibles recently at Barn Finds, and this 1966 Galaxie 500 is another example. It presents well as a driver-grade vehicle, with no apparent needs. With warm weather on our… more»

No Reserve: 1957 Ford Thunderbird

Decisions, decisions! If you walked into this garage, which classic would you choose? The Corvette would be tempting because it sets new standards in handling and performance for an American sports car. However, it isn’t an option. The story… more»

Olympic Gold 350 V8: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

UPDATE 03/25/2023: It sometimes takes more than one attempt for an owner to sell a classic car. That appears to be the case with this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. The seller canceled the previous listing, indicating the vehicle was no… more»

Four Door Fun! 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T

Once again, we have another 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T to review, a true hot rod from a time when production rods weren’t that hot. This example has only experienced 40K miles of use and has been painstakingly maintained. While… more»

17k Miles! 1988 Mazda RX-7 10th Anniversary Edition Turbo

I’m a fairly early bloomer when it comes to being a fan of the Mazda RX-7, as my older sister purchased a new blue one in 1982.  She was cool with letting me get behind the wheel, even when… more»

Yellow Submarine! 1978 Ford LTD Country Squire

After seven generations, Ford’s Country Squire station wagon reached its grandest proportions, and this 1978 Ford LTD Country Squire in Chula Vista, California represents the top-of-the-line wagon from the final year before a significant downsizing. Hidden headlights, simulated wood-grain… more»

Team Camaro Choo Choo: 1985 Chevrolet Camaro

When we think of Choo-Choo Customs vehicles, we almost always associate that aftermarket brand with a Chevrolet El Camino. While the changes made by the now-defunct Tennessee company were purely cosmetic, these cars have a healthy following of enthusiasts… more»

GM’s Beetle: 1961 Chevrolet Corvair Monza

Compact cars were all the rage in the early 1960s and the Corvair would be Chevrolet’s first foray into that field. But they wouldn’t take the path most traveled at first, instead creating a small car that had an… more»

Luxury Sleeper: Supercharged 1991 Cadillac Brougham

It is no secret that we all here at Barn Finds hold a special place in our little black hearts for luxury barges.  The floating on marshmallow creme ride and having your own zip code are two experiences we… more»

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