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455 Equipped! 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Oldsmobile gave the Cutlass a redesign for its fourth generation, which began with the 1973 model and ran through ’77, and it utilized the General Motors A-Body known as the Colonnade platform.  By 1974, the Cutlass was only two… more»

Tidy Driver: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

With warm weather fast approaching, the lure of time behind the wheel of a classic convertible with the wind in your hair may be impossible to resist. If so, that begs the question of which classic you might choose…. more»

Recently Revived: 1988 Porsche 924S

When somebody mentions the word “Porsche,” many people instantly think of the iconic 911, a rear-engined vehicle offering impressive performance and the uncanny knack of launching its occupants backward into the scenery if they happen to confuse their ambitions… more»

No Reserve: 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J

New for 1969, the Second Generation Pontiac Grand Prix offered buyers a perfect blend of luxury and performance. Its combined chrome grille and front bumper made a bold visual statement, with 112,486 buyers electing to park one in their… more»

Sleeper Wagon: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad

You don’t have to be a Chevrolet fan to know about and appreciate the Tri-Five Nomad Wagon. It’s such an iconic design and a wonderfully weird mix of style and utility. You really can’t get much cooler than a… more»

Running 1954 Willys Jeep 4×4 Truck

Growing up, my Dad had a Chevy C-10 truck that ran on LP (liquid propane) and I remember being super intrigued by this idea. He eventually converted it back to gasoline and I helped him with the task. I… more»

1-Of-4? 1957 Chevrolet El Morocco Brougham

In 1957, Cadillac’s fabulous Eldorado Brougham cost over $13,000, more than $133,000 in 2022 dollars. Thanks to entrepreneur Reuben Allender, you could buy a car like this 1957 Chevrolet El Morocco Brougham, shamelessly modified to emulate the high-rolling Caddy,… more»

Estate Sale: 1962 Morgan Plus 4 Drophead

It was already apparent by 1962 that the Morgan Motor Company was not going to change for the sake of change! With styling that had remained largely unchanged since adding a fourth wheel to the car before World War… more»

Clean Survivor: 1976 Ford Pinto Station Wagon

Oscar Wilde was famously quoted as saying, “There is only one thing in life worse than being talked about, and that is not being talked about.” If you were Ford during the 1970s and people were talking about the… more»

425HP! 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible

I have had the opportunity to drive a wide variety of classic cars over the years, and each impressed me for a different reason. Muscle cars appeal to many enthusiasts, and once you’ve had a chance to sample one,… more»

Custom Combo! 1965 Ford Comechero Pickup

When it comes to custom vehicles, it’s hard to say what’s more important, the vision or the skill set of the person making it, although both of course are vital.  We’ve featured a few custom trucks here on Barn… more»

Golden Project? 1975 Plymouth Duster 360

Well, I know what gold dust is and now that I think about it, I do remember Plymouth making an upscale Duster known as the “Gold Duster”. And what do you know, Pat L. has discovered one hanging out… more»

3 Row Cruiser! 1970 Buick Estate Station Wagon

The Estate nameplate was introduced by Buick all the way back in 1940, as a designation for the brand’s flagship full-size station wagon.  Buick produced its Estate from the 1940 year model up until 1963 when the wagon took… more»

Driver Quality: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe

I’ve discussed the relative merits of owning a driver-quality classic versus a spotless vehicle in previous articles. It tends to be a “horses for courses” argument because some enthusiasts can’t resist the lure of a pristine car, while others… more»

350-Equipped: 1977 Chevrolet Camaro

This 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is a classic where it is difficult to determine its strongest attribute. It has belonged to the same family since it rolled off the showroom floor, ticking the box beside long-term ownership. Its overall condition… more»

Garage-Kept Survivor: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass S

The 1972 model year marked the final of production for the Second Generation Oldsmobile Cutlass. The upcoming model marked a significant styling change to a squarer and more hard-edged appearance that many enthusiasts feel was not as attractive. If… more»