Defining the end of The Malaise Era has long been a topic of debate, with many knowledgeable individuals providing answers with compelling supporting evidence. Some feel that the appearance of the 1984 Buick Grand National was the catalyst, while… more»
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One-Owner Project: 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Although some vehicle values have recently taken a beating in the classic market, the 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra isn’t one of them. Like many of its Fox-Body brethren, prices continue heading north at an alarming rate. At least,… more»
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Taking a Vow of Poverty: British Car Collection For Sale
We have all heard that those who wish to enter certain religious orders must first take a vow of poverty in order to show their dedication. That commitment obviously separates out those who are not truly serious about their… more»
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No Reserve: 1956 Chevrolet Corvette
After faltering steps during its first years of production, Chevrolet’s C1 Corvette underwent significant changes for the 1956 model year. Not only did it receive an entirely new body, but lifting the hood would reveal nothing but a V8…. more»
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24k Mile 1963 Chevrolet Bel Air 283 V8 3-Speed
This subject car is a trip down memory lane for me, back in the day, my father had a ’63 Chevy BelAir like this four-door sedan. He only had it a few years and my memory is vague though… more»
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Turbo Pace Car: 1980 Pontiac Trans Am
The 400 cubic inch V8 engine was gone from the line up for the Pontiac Trans Am but Pontiac was still trying to put performance in the hands of car enthusiasts. In 1980, Pontiac introduced a turbocharged Trans Am… more»
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Shorty Drop-Top! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
For some reason, a 1957 Chevy seems like a popular choice when it comes to building a “shorty” – a car that’s had its midsection taken out. That creates a shorter wheelbase that eliminates seating capacity for rear passengers…. more»
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Survivor From Japan: 1967 Toyota Corona
The Corona was a long-running Toyota product in Japan, from 1967 to 2001. It had a briefer run in the U.S. though it was named Road Test Import Car of the Year in 1969. It was followed by the… more»
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Running Project Truck: 1986 Chevrolet C-10
The Chevrolet C-10 is about as perfect as it gets for a starter project truck. You can still buy a ratty one without serious rust for reasonable money, and while they are clearly no longer as cheap as they… more»
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Ready To Cruise: 1972 Olds Cutlass Supreme Convertible
Cutlasses, Cutlasses, everywhere. We wrote up a very nice cream-colored convertible 1971 last week. Now here’s another, very similar. That one was in California. This one’s in sunny Florida, Lake Worth, to be precise. It’s available on ebay with… more»
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Tip Top Shape: 1997 Lincoln Town Car Hearse
Old hearses and ambulances will pop up from time to time here on Barn Finds and most are tired or used up. Seldom are they in the kind of condition as this ’97 Lincoln conversion presents. So it begs… more»
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California Survivor: 1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback
When an enthusiast searches for an original classic or a rust-free project car, drier states like Nevada, Arizona, and California are prime locations. Vehicles from those regions may have baked paint and interior trim, but they’ve generally escaped the… more»
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396 and Triple Black: 1968 Chevrolet Caprice
Some minor cosmetic changes resulted in a great-looking Caprice for the ’68 model year. The tail lights were redesigned and became incorporated into the rear bumper, plus the front grille was modified with optional headlight covers becoming available. At… more»
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455 Four-Speed! 1973 Buick Century Gran Sport
A black-out grille and tail panel, subtle badges and “Gran Sport” lettering on the flanks mark the only visual cues that this Buick might be something special. The 1973 Buick Century Gran Sport in Birmingham, Alabama comes loaded for… more»
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Group 2 Body Kit: 1972 BMW 2002 Tii
This 1972 BMW 2002 Tii has a few things going for it if you want a project. The 2002 is obviously sought after in Tii specifications, but this one is also claimed to be a very early production model,… more»
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Highly Optioned: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
There’s no denying that by the time this 1966 Corvette Coupe rolled off the showroom floor, the badge had sealed its performance credentials. Potential buyers faced an enormous selection of options to significantly increase the car’s potential, although some… more»
