The first new car I was old enough to actually remember my father buying was a 1970 Pontiac Catalina. I also remember stopping by his favorite service station on our way home and the owner commenting that it was… more»
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Miller Styled Ford Model A Speedster!
OK, though it reeks of period flavor, it is not a real Miller race car. The Ford Model A-based two-man racer “in the style of Bugatti” was built in 1970 by avid car collector Jim Talmadge, son of silent… more»
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Six Months Only! 1970 ½ Ford Falcon
Ford introduced the Falcon in 1960 as their first foray into the compact car market. A decade later, it would be replaced by the popular Maverick, yet the name lived on for one more half-year. But this time as… more»
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4-Speed & A/C: 1971 Chevrlet Corvette
Chrome-bumper C3 Corvettes will always attract plenty of attention in the classics market. It is especially true if the car in question is tidy and largely original. The right combination of optional extras will continue to increase the desirability… more»
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Elvis Presley Parade Car: 1961 Lincoln Continental
I have never seen an Engel vintage Lincoln Continental, such as this 1961 example, wearing that shade of yellow. But sure enough, it’s Sunburst Yellow, a genuine ’61 Lincoln color. It just doesn’t seem to be in keeping with… more»
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Bus Garage Sale! Volkswagen Buses and Squareback
Sometimes, one craigslist ad can address all of your yearnings in one shot. If you’ve been hunting for a Volkswagen Bus and haven’t been able to settle on a single generation, you may want to get in touch with… more»
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Saturday Night Cruiser: 1959 Chevrolet Apache 31
While original classic pickups from the 1950s can prove eye-catching when fully restored, the driving experience can be less than ideal. Considered acceptable when new, they can lack the power and poise of later offerings. That’s where vehicles like… more»
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15k Mile Survivor! 1969 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe
Chevy extended the reach of its Impala brand in 1968 by introducing the “notchback” Custom Coupe. It used the formal hardtop body style previously exclusive to the upscale Caprice and it supplement the fastback version of the Impala already… more»
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Rare 1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula 455!
In 1974, Pontiac introduced a new front end for the Firebird. Pontiac offered four models including the base Firebird, Esprit, Formula, and Trans Am. The Formula had three sub-models designated by the engine size – Formula 350, Formula 400,… more»
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Unrestored Rarity: 1967 Mercury Meteor Wagon
Mercury enthusiasts will likely recognize the Meteor name from its brief stint in the U.S. in the early 1960s. Like Ford did with the Galaxie, the Meteor was a marketing ploy to appeal to the excitement surrounding the Space… more»
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348 Tri-Power: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
Have you ever looked at a classic car and struggled to determine its greatest attribute? I’m doing so right now with this 1958 Chevrolet Impala. I can’t decide whether it is the spotless presentation or the enormous load of… more»
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Rare Color Combo: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am
I always twitch slightly when an owner makes a rarity claim for their classic car. While some are valid, others are less relevant and more obscure. That brings us to this 1977 Pontiac Trans Am. While I’ve had no… more»
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Black Beauty: 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z-28
This 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is described as a survivor by the seller, who highlights the stock condition, original paint and decals, and minty interior as just some of the ways this muscle car is a standout. The listing… more»
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Museum Find: 1969 Plymouth GTX
For many people, the thought of a museum conjures up images of paintings, stuffed animals, and other things forgotten within the mists of time. However, a museum can also be home to something very desirable. That was the case… more»
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Fangio’s Favorite: 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster
In previous articles here at Barn Finds, I have raised questions designed to spark spirited debate. These have generally revolved around determining the first or best muscle car of all time, but I have so far steered clear of… more»
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Hemi/4-Speed: 1966 Plymouth Satellite
The 1960s was a great time to be a performance car enthusiast. If buyers had a thick enough wallet, they could walk into a dealership and drive away in a car capable of pinning them back in the seat… more»
