It’s hard to pinpoint the moment in time when you could see the end was coming for Studebaker Corp. Most would say that happened in December 1963 when they announced an end to all U.S. production. They would soldier… more»
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Family-Owned 62 Years: 1955 Ford Thunderbird
If you love beautifully-restored red ‘Birds with a known history, then this gorgeous 1955 Ford Thunderbird is for you. It was purchased by the current owner’s father way back in 1963 and has remained in the same family ever… more»
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Only 42k Miles? 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan
How startling must the 1955 Chevrolet been when it was unveiled on showroom floors in late October 1954? Some Chevy buyers were certainly taken aback, and anecdotes from those who worked on the car say that the 1956 Chevrolet… more»
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Like New: 105 Mile 1994 Cagiva Moke
Originally conceived for military applications, BMC turned to civilian production of the Mini Moke when the armed forces rejected its proposal. The Moke managed to survive in various forms until the end of 1993, with our feature Cagiva Moke… more»
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Fun Driver: 1963 Chevrolet Nova 350
I typically prefer my classics unmolested, but that doesn’t mean that I don’t admire cars like this 1963 Chevrolet Nova. It possesses an almost sinister appearance, an impression heightened by the 350ci V8 hiding under the hood. It is… more»
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292-Powered: 1956 Ford Fairlane Victoria
Some classics possess the ability to turn more heads today than they did when new. Such is the case with this 1956 Ford Fairlane Victoria. Every aspect of this car will draw almost universal praise, from its sparkling paint… more»
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Running, Driving 1972 Plymouth Valiant Scamp
Maneuvering into the muscle car market with the Plymouth Valiant entailed a few contortions. The division packed plenty of excitement into its best-known models – the Barracuda, Superbird, and Road Runner – but as insurance and gas costs rose,… more»
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Factory LT1: 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
When a seller states that their classic isn’t for the timid, that typically indicates that it has plenty of power emanating from under the hood. Such would appear to be the case with this 1995 Chevrolet Caprice. It features… more»
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Stored Since 2005: 1950 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
Many enthusiasts find the prospect of storing their classic for the winter months difficult and are typically waiting with bated breath for summer to arrive so that they can hit the road. This 1950 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible is… more»
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350 LT1 Upgrade: 1955 Chevrolet 210
We’ve featured several Tri-Five Chevrolet offerings on Barn Finds recently, with some in fine condition already and others needing varying amounts of TLC. This 1955 model is one of those that already seems like a fun cruiser, with the… more»
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Raven Black ‘Bird: 1960 Ford Thunderbird Coupe
Back in the day when car styling was on a three-year cycle, sales numbers rarely increased each year. Not so with the ’58-’60 Thunderbird. Even though 1958 wasn’t a full production year due to delays in rolling out the… more»
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53k Miles: 1955 Hudson Hornet Custom
The decline of famous independent Hudson was swift. While racking up three NASCAR national manufacturers’ championships (1952, 1953, and 1954 – a number that is tied for third most all-time behind Chevy and Ford), Hudson was flailing on the… more»
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Turbo Classic: 1966 Chevrolet Corvair Corsa With 32k Original Miles
The Chevrolet Corvair faced a perfect storm in 1966 that dramatically impacted sales. Ford’s Mustang was blitzing the opposition in showrooms, rumors were rife that Chevrolet had its own pony car waiting in the wings, and Ralph Nader’s book,… more»
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Long Term Owner: 1974 TVR 2500M
By the early twentieth century, 180 car makers populated Britain’s countryside. These sprang from bicycle producers, sewing machine manufacturers, and even a sheep-shearing company. The precedent of a lush cottage industry persisted for decades, showering car enthusiasts with a… more»
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Bullitt Theme: 1967 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback
Although it is seldom planned, some classics become motion picture stars. Such is the case with the movie “Bullitt,” and the 1968 Mustang 2+2 GT driven by the late Steve McQueen. This 1967 Mustang 2+2 has been transformed into… more»
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Carport Survivor: 1971 Dodge Super Bee
The Super Bee was Dodge’s equivalent of the Plymouth Road Runner, a budget-minded muscle car. For its first three years (1968-70), the Super Bee was based on the Coronet. For its final outing in 1971, the Dodge Charger was… more»
