In 1962, Mercury introduced the “S” series of performance upgrades to its compact, intermediate, and full-size cars. At the top end, there was the Monterey S-55 which came with a big-block V8, bucket seats, a console, and other high-end/muscle… more»
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JDM Turbo Coupe: 1993 Toyota Supra
The Toyota Supra is one of the best choices for a modern collector car you can buy and enjoy like a daily driver. The MKIV is the hot ticket that gets the big dollar buy at major auctions but… more»
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Colonnade Survivor: 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
The Monte Carlo was Chevy’s entrant into the personal luxury car field beginning in 1970. It was redesigned in 1973 (along with all of GM’s mid-size autos) and would buck industry trends in sales during the fuel crisis of… more»
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Light Yellow Slicktop: 1977 Porsche 911S
There’s ample chatter and rampant speculation about whether the economy is slowing down. Whether it is or isn’t depends on your world view, but seeing deals start to waft back into the collector car market is at least valuable… more»
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Super Woodwork: 1948 Buick Estate Wagon
When I first spied the hind side of this 1948 Buick Super Estate Wagon, I thought, yes it does look like a “barn find”, anything with that much wood looks like a barn on wheels. Of course, the pontoon… more»
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No Reserve: 1980 Jeep CJ-7 Golden Eagle
Picking a vehicle that defines the off-roader is challenging. The British will mount a strong case for the Land Rover, while the Japanese will put forward the Toyota Land Cruiser as a worthy candidate. However, the Jeep “CJ Series”… more»
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Beautiful 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 With 58k Original Miles
We always appreciate our readers’ input, whether via article comments or vehicle referrals. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder PRA4SNW for spotting this 1979 Camaro Z28, and I must agree with the seller’s single-word… more»
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327/4-Speed: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette With 45k Original Miles
When a seller lists a car for sale and says that the pictures speak for themselves but don’t do it justice, you know you are dealing with something special. That appears to be the case with this 1966 Corvette… more»
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Muscle In A Beige Wrapper: 1970 Buick GS 455 Stage 1
What color should a muscle car be? Menacing black? Shiny red? Perhaps orange, or purple. But beige? I’m not saying it’s ugly, just that it suggests “sleeper” more than “street racer.” Perhaps that’s what the original owner of this… more»
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Restored Droptop! 1968 Cadillac Coupe DeVille Convertible
When Barn Finds tipster Mitchell G. spotted this 1968 Cadillac Coupe DeVille Convertible here on Craigslist and sent it our way, he posed a topical question that I believe the answer to be yes in my opinion, and that… more»
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Tri-Power Poncho: 1967 Pontiac GTO
When Pontiac executives conceived the GTO in 1964, they projected to sell 5,000 copies a year. That was grossly underestimated as sales would quickly top out at close to 100,000 units in a model year. The race was on,… more»
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Black Plate Survivor: 1969 Lincoln Continental With 29k Original Miles!
Luxury cars from the 1960s and early 1970s occupy a special spot in the hearts of many enthusiasts. They hail from an era when buyers weren’t concerned about fuel consumption or emission regulations. The primary focus was on unsurpassed… more»
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Affordable Driving Project: 1974 AM Hornet Hatchback
Enthusiasts always welcome affordable project candidates, and their attraction grows if they run and drive well. This 1974 AMC Hornet Hatchback ticks those boxes, and the fact it appears rock-solid adds to its appeal. It will almost certainly never… more»
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One Family Owned: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe With 34k Original Miles
Classic cars from the 1980s have developed a strong following in the current market as a new generation of enthusiasts view them as a potentially affordable entry-level proposition. The lack of outright performance that many offer seems only a… more»
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No Reserve 4X4: 1985 AMC Eagle
Today, we never think twice when we hear “crossover” – the phrase that describes a utility vehicle on a car platform. But in the 1970s, crossovers didn’t exist and that’s one reason American Motors’ Eagle series was a sensation,… more»
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Opera Anyone? 1973 Ford Mustang Fastback
One of the more quirky design features of what are often referred to as the “land yachts” of the 1970s was opera windows. They were a firm favorite of Lincoln stylists, and a rectangular version even made it onto… more»
