We’ve featured several Chevrolet Blazers here on Barn Finds recently, some in nicely-preserved condition and others in varying states of neediness, but this one is a sort of a middle-of-the-road example. Or at least that was my first impression,… more»
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42-Inch Stretch! 1989 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur Limousine
Considering the sky-high price tags when they were new, sometimes acquiring a second-hand Rolls-Royce from the eighties decade almost seems like a real bargain these days, that is until you have to start making repairs and performing maintenance. But… more»
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1 of 25 Built: 1949 Healey Sportsmobile
Rare is the car that only 25 copies are ever built, but that’s the case with the Healey Sportsmobile. Each one was built on order between 1948 and 1950, a 2-door, 4-seat “drophead” (aka convertible) coupe. This one has… more»
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BF Auction: 1969 Ford F-100 Custom Long Bed
It may seem a contradiction, but it is possible that a vehicle designed to function as a workhorse can possess style and class. This is perfectly demonstrated by this 1969 Ford F-100 Custom Long Bed. Its mechanical configuration means… more»
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Unmolested 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS 396 with 29,000 Original Miles!
Chevrolet introduced its Fourth Generation Impala in 1965, and it proved a sales record-breaker. Over one million people scrambled to park one in their driveway, with some going the extra yard to order the SS 396 version. This is… more»
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Former Farm Truck: 1955 Chevrolet 3100
The Advance-Design Series of trucks was Chevrolet’s first after the conclusion of World War II. Introduced in mid-1947, the platform would soldier on until early 1955 when it was replaced by the Task Force Series. This ’55 Chevy is… more»
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Original Paint: 1970 Pontiac GTO
When contemplating a classic purchase, the cost is a serious consideration. Whether that is the actual purchase price or the expense involved in restoration, it is something that most buyers will keep in the back of their minds. Addressing… more»
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6,000 Horsepower WARbike Motorcycle!
In May of 2022, Larry “Spiderman” McBride made the fastest pass in NHRA Top Fuel Motorcycle history. He ran 5.61 seconds at 268.38 miles per hour. Well, forty years ago, the bike seen here was designed to run 5… more»
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No Reserve Survivor: 1975 Plymouth Gran Fury
The words “No Reserve” will always attract attention in a classic auction because it provides the possibility that someone could score themself a bargain on the right car. Such could be the case with this 1975 Plymouth Gran Fury…. more»
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One-Year-Only: 1969 Pontiac Custom S Station Wagon
If you’ve been in the market for a sort of uncommon A-Body and like family transporters, maybe this Pontiac Custom S wagon here on eBay would be a worthy contender. It still seems to be a mystery why Pontiac… more»
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Factory Hot Rod Truck: 1991 GMC Syclone
In the early 1990s, General Motors dabbled in the performance pickup truck market like Chrysler had done with the Dodge Lil Red Express in the 1970s. A one-year-only model, the 1991 GMC Syclone’s speed capabilities were on par with… more»
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Ready to Work: 1973 Land Rover 109 Series 2A
The Land Rover started with a Willys Jeep. Post-war Britain was reeling from damage, and demand for cars was at a nadir. No one could afford anything. Rover, maker of British luxury cars, needed a second act, and fast…. more»
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Sharp Sport Coupe: 1972 Chevrolet Impala
In 1958, there were those who opined that Chevrolet was trying to poke its nose into Cadillac territory with their new Impala. I’ve never thought that but I guess it depends on your perception of that Impala, especially compared… more»
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BF Auction: 1981 Chevrolet Corvette
By the time 1981 dawned, the C3 Corvette had become a more refined package offering a comfortable and enjoyable driving experience. While early examples were uncompromising high-performance vehicles, the 1981 Corvette could serve admirably as a daily driver. This… more»
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Only 47K Miles! 1981 Toyota 4X4
Former Vice President Thomas Marshall (1913-1921) famously quipped, “What this country needs is a really good five-cent cigar“. Today, I’d add to that with, “more reasonably sized pickup trucks“. We are being overrun by the likes of Brobdingnagian Silverados,… more»
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Two-Door Terrific! 1959 Ford Ranch Wagon
We’ve covered a lot of two-door station wagons here on BF and I know that many of my “finds” have been in less than stellar condition. Well, that’s changing today as I have a 1959 Ford Ranch Wagon for… more»
