The idea of a collectible workhorse truck is a paradox of sorts: in one sense, how can something that was intended to be used somewhat mercilessly be treated like a collector’s item; in another, given how many were likely… more»
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33K-Mile Survivor: 1978 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
I always get a little sad when I see a late 1970s Cadillac, because I know how unkind the 1980s was to the brand. While Cadillac has weathered the storm and has a pretty decent lineup of vehicles today,… more»
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Newness Abounds! 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
We have given quite a bit of web press to Buick’s 1971 restyled “boattail” Riviera, but how about its equally redone cousin, the ’71 Oldsmobile Toronado? Not so much so. Yeah, I know, one’s rear wheel drive and the… more»
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No Reserve, Low Miles, Ultra-rare: 2001 Qvale Mangusta
The genesis of the Qvale Mangusta had nothing to do with Kjell Qvale. In fact, it was inspired by Giordano Casarini, an engineer at Maserati, who had seen a 1990s TVR Griffith during a trip to the UK. Meanwhile,… more»
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28k Original Miles: 1978 Jeep Wagoneer
The reality is that many off-roaders become battered and bruised following years of delving into the wilderness. However, there are exceptions to almost any rule, as demonstrated by this 1978 Jeep Wagoneer. This classic is an unrestored survivor, and… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1980 Oldsmobile Toronado XSC
As the downsizing of many GM vehicles continued throughout the late seventies, even luxury staples like the Oldsmobile Toronado weren’t exempt, with the third-generation cars shedding nearly half a ton in weight and losing more than a foot in… more»
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28k Original Miles: 1980 Fiat Spider 2000
We see an incredibly diverse selection of classics crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and I know we have a passionate group of readers drawn to small European sports cars. If you share those feelings, this 1980 Fiat Spider… more»
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66k Original Miles: 1977 GMC Jimmy High Sierra
I’ve recently focused on classic Convertibles when suggesting options for summer fun. However, I feel that I have neglected readers who prefer to plunge into the wilderness to commune with Mother Nature. If you fall into that category, this… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible
Some classics tick so many of the “right” boxes that it is seemingly impossible to identify a single greatest attribute. This 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is a prime example deserving a close look. The seller recently revived it following… more»
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Better Than New? 1965 Chevrolet Nova SS
The 1964-65 Chevrolet Chevelle was a sales hit. As a new, mid-size entry, it captured the attention of buyers who wanted something smaller than an Impala but bigger than a Nova. Perhaps unexpectedly, the new Chevelle took sales away… more»
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As Good As It Gets: 1961 Pontiac Bonneville
Three years in, Pontiac was still singing the praises of its “Wide-Track” stance, and this 1961 Bonneville and its 62.5″ front track is an excellent representative of that design phenomenon. This Nashville, Arkansas, resident is the perfect embodiment of… more»
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Nut and Bolt Restoration: 1988 BMW M3
Taking a car that is already worth a considerable amount in stock form and then modifying it extensively is a bold choice. The E30-chassis BMW M3 is one of the more desirable homologation cars to come out of the… more»
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Matching-Numbers 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray 396
Back when I was a student in the mid-1990s, my high school hosted the Class D track-and-field state finals, and we track runners had to help run the event. In a best-case-scenario situation, I ended up showing people where… more»
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Lift Kit Added: 1988 AMC Eagle 4X4
Because of their size, American Motors often had trouble competing with Detroit’s “Big 3”. So, they were willing to think outside the box and offer products that others didn’t. Like the 1980s Eagle, which used Jeep-like technology applied to… more»
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Mechanically Restored: 2006 Pontiac GTO
There are legions of criminally underappreciated cars in our midst, and their lack of popularity has little to do with their engineering. No, we have discounted truly great vehicles on the basis of styling. The 996-era Porsche 911 is… more»
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Nice Older Resto: 1961 Ford Thunderbird
Having gauged your feedback in the past, it is clear that some Barn Finds readers won’t consider purchasing a freshly restored classic. The fear seems to be that fresh paint may hide substandard repairs that could spring a nasty… more»
