It’s French. It’s turbocharged. It’s as fast as any supercar of the era. And most likely, you’ve never seen one. The Grand Tourisme Alpine was conceived after Renault purchased Alpine in 1974 to save the niche company from bankruptcy. Alpine… more»
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Inspection Encouraged: 1965 Ford Thunderbird Special Landau
It is always a positive sign when a seller encourages in-person inspections. It suggests that their classic is all that they claim it to be, and that they have nothing to hide. Such is the case with this 1965… more»
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454/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
If performance trumps originality in your mind when choosing a classic to park in your garage, perhaps this 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is the car of your dreams. It presents well, with no rust issues or other structural shortcomings…. more»
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Rebuilt Original 352: 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 LTD
It is always sad when a classic crosses our desks at Barn Finds where the owner must sell due to deteriorating health. Such is the case with this 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 LTD. It presents exceptionally well for a… more»
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Reliable Cruiser: 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 Convertible
Reliability is often a key consideration when choosing a classic to park in your garage. Nothing spoils the ownership experience more than being stuck on the side of the road because the car of your dreams has suffered some… more»
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Pristine Pullman: 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300D Limousine
While many domestic limos from the period may have offered more bling, padding, gadgets, and over-the-top styling, the Mercedes-Benz 300D excelled in providing its occupants with a level of comfort that lasted for hours at a time, plus an… more»
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59k Original Miles: 1969 Buick Wildcat
Here at Barn Finds, we love it when readers spot a classic for sale, then take the time to make us aware of it by submitting a tip through our website. Unless it’s a vehicle a member of our… more»
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7-Litre Sports Package: Rare 1967 Ford XL Convertible
Several years before the Metric Conversion Act of 1975, Ford decided to give its big bucket-seat XL models a little European flavor by introducing the “7-Litre” in 1966. Coming standard with such niceties as a 428-cubic-inch V8, power front… more»
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Surprisingly Stock: 1988 Ford Mustang 5.0 LX
We often talk about appreciating cars that have some subtle modifications that make it a better driver. Personally, I have no great objection to some mild suspension modifications, especially a basic lowering kit that makes the car tighter in… more»
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Recycled Style: 1946 Oldsmobile Series 76
Immediately after WWII, demand for consumer goods was intense. Auto companies were shifting from wartime production back to what they did best. They barely had time or talent to produce new designs – such was the urgency of demand… more»
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Just Needs Cosmetic Love: 1978 Chevrolet LUV
The Chevy LUV (an acronym for “Light Utility Vehicle”) was a small pickup made in Japan by Isuzu. Chevrolet imported it for several years until their own S-10 compact truck was on the market in the early 1980s. The… more»
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Spare Motor Included: 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Show Car
The “win on Sunday, sell on Monday” philosophy seems to have disappeared from the world of automotive marketing. However, it is a game that Ford played effectively in 1969. It produced the Mustang Boss 302 for Trans Am competition…. more»
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Upgraded 454: 1969 Pontiac Firebird 400
The 1969 Pontiac Firebird 400 is a potent piece of machinery, capable of holding its own against almost any contemporary pony car. However, the seller’s decision to perform an engine transplant should raise this car’s performance. The vehicle presents… more»
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Weekend Driver: 1968 Pontiac GTO
There is nothing more satisfying than slipping behind the wheel of a classic car for a spot of relaxed weekend motoring. It provides the owner with some much-needed downtime as they escape the frantic world of weekdays. That is… more»
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Richard Petty Tribute: 1974 Dodge Challenger
Whether it’s details about a travel destination, stock market advice, or even wondering who won the first World Series, it’s a rare occurrence when this old kid can’t find more than enough information on the internet to satisfy whatever… more»
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No Reserve: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible
In Henry Howard’s translation of an epigram from Roman author Martial, we are reminded to be “contented with thine own estate.” That’s good advice, but it’s hard to follow when one doesn’t have a big 1960s Pontiac in the… more»
