Hidden away in this garage is a Dodge that is something out of the ordinary. It is a 1964 Polara 500, and the owner holds documentation that verifies that it is #3 out of 12 vehicles to roll off… more»
Driver Quality Cars
Original V6 Edition: 1986 Chevrolet El Camino
I have covered numerous Chevrolet El Caminos here on Barn Finds, they’re one of my favorites. I am yet, however, to cover one from Gen-V (1978-1987), so today, I will rectify that situation by presenting this sharp-looking 1986 example…. more»
Big Brake Fuelie: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
Some classic cars will spend their lives being pampered by their owner, only seeing the light of day on rare occasions. Others will live a life of adventure, which appears to be the case with this 1957 Corvette “Fuelie.”… more»
390/4-Speed: 1968 Ford Mustang GT
Classics like this 1968 Ford Mustang GT provide us with a few challenges. The first is that the photos supplied by the owner are so limited that they leave us wanting more. The second is that the car presents… more»
Driving Project: 1966 Ford Bronco Pickup
Finding a restoration project that runs and drives well can never be a bad thing. However, this ramps up a notch or three when the vehicle in question is as desirable as a 1st Generation Ford Bronco. This 1966… more»
Finest Example? 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda Convertible
When a seller claims that the classic that they own could be the finest example in existence, that’s a pretty bold call to make. However, that may be the case with this 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda Convertible because it is… more»
Panel Delivery Wagon? 1966 Volvo 122S
Well, it’s advertised as a “VINTAGE 1966 VOLVO 122S AMAZON B18 4 DR PANEL DELIVERY WAGON“. Is it really? It’s the first one that I have encountered but then again, and I have proven it, I’m no Volvo expert…. more»
No Reserve: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
When an owner lists a 1967 Chevelle SS for sale, several things are guaranteed to grab the attention of potential buyers. The first is that it is structurally sound and relatively rust-free. The second is that it has a… more»
Like-New 1992 Dodge W250 Cummins 5-Speed
I’ll be honest: I’m not really into pickup trucks. Especially not the big American trucks; I like quirky little trucks. I do firmly believe, however, that there is a time and place for everything, and I know enough to… more»
400 Miles? 1975 Chevrolet Caprice Convertible
By 1975, word had gotten out that the convertible was about to be extinct at General Motors. Except for Cadillac, all divisions folded their tents and only the luxury marque would field a drop-top for ’76 before being done,… more»
Italian Italian Job: Rare 1974 Innocenti Mini 1000
The Mini wasn’t the first front wheel drive car, wasn’t the first city car…wasn’t the first anything, really. What the Mini did, the original 1959 Morris designed by Sir Alec Issigonis, was to turn the engine sideways and push… more»
Rare Sun Coupe: 1972 Buick Skylark
In 1972, Buick Skylark buyers had not one, but two choices, if they wanted some open air with their new car. The first was to buy a convertible, which was discontinued the following year. Or a Sun Coupe, which… more»
Big Island Find: Porsche 356 C Coupe
If you’ve been following the Toyko Games this year, you may have noticed the remarkable performance of Florian Wellbrock, a young German who secured a gold swimming the 10-km open water race. However, Germans have long been a force… more»
Two-Owner Mopar: 1972 Dodge Challenger
The Dodge Boys wouldn’t field a “pony car” until 1970, which made them the last major manufacturer to do so. The new Challenger shared its new E-body platform with the Plymouth Barracuda, which had finally shed its lineage with… more»
Black Plate Survivor: 1951 Volkswagen Beetle Split Window
When I look back at the vast array of classic cars that I’ve parked in my garage over the years, I consider myself lucky to discover that I have an early Volkswagen Beetle on that list. I have owned… more»
Rebuilt 440: 1966 Imperial Crown Coupe
It can often be a case of mistaken identity. Many people would refer to this 1966 Imperial Crown Coupe as a Chrysler, but the reality was that Imperial was a separate luxury brand within the Chrysler empire at that… more»
