As popular as the Tri-Five Chevies (1955-57) were then and now, most folks don’t know that Ford outsold Chevrolet during 1957. It was the first time in 22 years that Chevy didn’t hold the top spot. But how many… more»
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Rare Air Conditioned 1976 Triumph TR6!
It is a familiar story in the classic car scene. The seller of this 1976 Triumph TR6 never intended to own the car. He spotted it while attending a deceased estate auction and succumbed to the temptation of taking… more»
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Supercharged Beauty: 1988 Toyota MR2
How old does a car have to be to be considered a classic? When Eric Clapton sang about ’57 Chevys in his song “I’ve Got a Rock and Roll Heart,” he was singing about a car that was, at… more»
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Free Wheelin’ Package: 1978 Ford Bronco
This 1978 Ford Bronco was already a rare bird for being equipped with the hard-to-find “Free Wheelin’” package, but it’s made even more unique by virtue of being an original Hallmark RV camper conversion. The Free Wheelin’ package was… more»
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Unfinished Business: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
Despite their futuristic appearance, the third-generation Thunderbirds (1961-63) weren’t the big sellers that Ford was hoping for. So, the personal luxury cars were designed for 1964 and the public responded favorably by purchasing 50% more automobiles than the year… more»
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Original 327: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
While values continue to climb, affordable driver-quality C3 Corvettes are still available in today’s classic market. This 1968 example is not perfect, but it is ready to be enjoyed by a new owner. It presents well and has undergone… more»
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Second Time Around: 1934 Packard Eight
We’re packin’ in the Packards here at Barn Finds. Last week we covered this 1948 Packard Eight and earlier in December we featured this similar 1948 Packard Eight. Today, we’re reviewing a different generation Packard in the form of… more»
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Prospector Dually: 1985 Dodge Ram 3500
This eBay seller has shown time and again for having a knack at turning up desirable project trucks, and oftentimes, slightly better than project-grade trucks. In fact, given the West Coast location, they are often daily driver-quality specimens and… more»
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429 V8 Survivor: 1969 Ford Galaxie XL GT
1960s muscle car mania wasn’t limited to just mid-size cars. You could buy a performance-oriented version of the full-size Galaxie 500 if you wanted, and it was called the XL GT. Your body style choices were limited to a… more»
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348 Tri-Power/4-Speed: 1961 Chevrolet Impala SS
The best word to describe this 1961 Chevrolet Impala SS is “stunning.” It isn’t just that it looks beautiful, but its gorgeous panels and paint hide a drivetrain that should offer enough performance to satisfy most enthusiasts. It is… more»
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19k Genuine Miles: 1967 Pontiac Tempest Custom
While some owners will make outrageous claims about the odometer reading of their classic car, the owner of this 1967 Pontiac Tempest would seem to have the documentation to back his claim. It is an original and unrestored two-owner… more»
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Abstract Art: 1967 Austin Mini Cooper S
Art appreciation is a subjective thing. Some people will look at the Mona Lisa and see a magnificent portrait produced by an artist at the height of his powers. Others will see it as little more than a picture… more»
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Convertible Conversion: 1972 Jaguar V12 E-Type
There’s something to be said for do-it-yourself. You know, you want a convertible, but you can’t either find the one of your dreams or the one that you can afford. No problem, the wind through your hair is just… more»
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Still Going Strong: 1947 Dodge Power Wagon
UPDATE – This Power Wagon went off our radar back in 2019, but it’s recently resurfaced. Given the unique patina, we are highly confident that this is the same truck, but it made the journey from Colorado to Exeter,… more»
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Oddball Buggy: 1957 Bremen Citation
This 1957 Bremen Citation is yet another variety of dune buggy offered throughout the ’50s and ’60s with a VW chassis and mechanicals. There were a few different flavors of the Bremen, at least according to the owner’s imagination,… more»
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Original Paint: 29k Mile 1985 Ford Mustang GT
UPDATE 01/07/2022: If persistence counts for anything, the owner of this 1985 Mustang GT should be a winner. This is his fourth attempt to find a new home for this classic, and the signs look more promising on this… more»
