Between 1956 and 1964, there were no less than eight variants of the Hawk series, including one short-lived example badged as a Packard. The Sky Hawk was a one-year-only edition (1956), a 2-door pillarless hardtop that resembled the Golden… more»
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Upgraded Power: 1982 Unique Mobility Electrek
Although it was unthinkable a few years ago, it now appears inevitable that the world’s automotive industry will eventually be underpinned by zero-emission vehicles. Whether these new offerings feature batteries or the rapidly-developing hydrogen fuel cell technology is unclear…. more»
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Rebuilt 348: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
Apart from enormous fins, few options better define a classic from the late 1950s like a Continental kit. Hidden in this garage is a 1958 Chevrolet Impala that not only carries that feature but houses a freshly rebuilt V8… more»
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Parade Quality: 1945 GMC DUKW
Some classics appear on our desks at Barn Finds that are almost too cool for words. Such is the case with this 1945 DUKW. It could serve as an excellent parade vehicle, but it needs work before it returns… more»
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Parlez Vous Francais? 1971 Peugeot 504
Peugeot huh? Isn’t that now the company known as Stellantis that now builds Hellcat Challengers and Chargers? Hmmm. An old friend used to derisively refer to Peugeots as “Punchknots” and once you get a less-than-stellar idea about a product… more»
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Chevy-Powered Restomod! 1951 Ford Victoria
Ford’s 1949 cars were their first all-new models after the conclusion of World War II and the design was in production through 1951 before being updated. The Victoria Coupe was a pillarless 2-door hardtop, also a first. The seller’s… more»
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GTO Judge Clone: 1970 Pontiac LeMans Sport
In the early 1970s, Pontiac offered the LeMans Sport, which could be something of a cross between the standard LeMans and the GTO. It had a higher level of trim like you would get on the GTO, but without… more»
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455/Doug Nash 5-Speed! 1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Based on nothing but appearance, the 1974 model is among my favorites of the second-generation Firebirds in the looks department, maybe because it was the last year before the back window gained the side glass, plus it still had… more»
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Concours Winner: 1965 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback
The owner of this 1965 Mustang 2+2 Fastback spent thirteen years performing a no-expense-spared restoration, and the result is stunning. From its one-year-only paint shade to its spotless interior, this classic will cause its new owner to feel nothing… more»
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1959 VW Type 2 “Volkstream” High-End Custom
Business in the front and party in the back. That’s the description of the mullet haircut, but it’s also a way of showing the juxtaposition of two unlike things melded into one. That’s what tipster TJ has found for… more»
BF Exclusive: 1993 Jeep Wrangler Renegade
Tonight, I had the chance to check out a potential motorcycle project but what I found at the seller’s house was way better than an old crotch-rocket. The owner of the bike had a gorgeous 1993 Jeep Wrangler Renegade… more»
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White Hat Special? 1969 Dodge Charger
One of my favorite nearby neighborhood eateries has a Blue Plate Special, a different daily offering with a particular dish served at a discounted price. Monday is my favorite, as it’s turkey and dressing, and although the meal is… more»
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Almost Ready to Rumble: 1940 Ford Coupe
The 1940 Ford Deluxe marked an end to Ford’s first effort to modernize its styling. Oval headlights were incorporated in the fenders and the sharp prow of the nose carried a vertical grille. Starting in 1941, Fords became longer… more»
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Rare Fox Body: 1984 Ford Mustang SVO
The Ford Mustang SVO is one of the rarer ones when it comes to Fox bodies, with fewer than 10,000 examples produced during the car’s short run from 1984 through 1986. With that aggressive hood scoop and snarky front… more»
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Hot 440! 1971 Plymouth GTX
Some folks say that 1971 was the last “great” year for early muscle cars, with rising insurance premiums starting to deter the purchase of high-performance machines, combined with the fact that economy cars were also quickly gaining in popularity. … more»
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8k Mile Ex-Racer! 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
8,265 certainly sounds like low mileage under most circumstances for a more than 50-year-old vehicle, but if a lot of those miles were accumulated at a racetrack it seems a bit high unless that car was a frequent racer… more»
