While the early compacts launched by American Motors and Studebaker were rather ordinary, some of General Motors’ versions were not. For example, the Chevy Corvair used an air-cooled, rear-mounted engine, while the Oldsmobile F-85 had an aluminum, high compression… more»
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Stored 35 Years: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
The now iconic Chevy Nomad had a three-year run in the mid-1950s. The 2-door Nomad differed from other station wagons of the day by having styling that was more reminiscent of a hardtop sedan than that of a regular… more»
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Big Block 1967 Chevrolet Camaro Pace Car Convertible
A unique paint scheme or graphics is a sure way to get noticed in a crowd of classic cars. There are a ton of first-year 1967 Camaros running around, but not too many pace cars. This car is one… more»
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No Reserve Wagon: 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser
Tidy classic station wagons will always attract plenty of attention, especially when they are as nice as this 1972 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser. These are such a cool looking vehicle, and the additional glass in the roof gives these giants… more»
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Two-Door Cool: 1956 Chevrolet 210 Wagon
A week or so ago, my colleague Scotty Gilbertson, covered a 1957 Ford Del Rio Ranch Wagon, and as is usually the case with cars of that nature, the review earned many comments. A two-door station wagon seems such… more»
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454/4-Speed: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
It seems that we will have times here at Barn Finds where a number of examples of a particular model will appear on our desks in a short period. That has been the case in recent weeks with… more»
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Hard 29K Miles: 1988 Pontiac Fiero GT
If you read the ad for this rough 1988 Pontiac Fiero GT, you’ll sense some frustration on the part of the seller. It seems he wants this car gone, and he’s threatening to actually invest money in it and… more»
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Rare Notchback: 1988 Pontiac Trans Am GTA
When it comes to placing a value on a vehicle, the options can make all the difference. While a Pontiac Trans Am GTA is already a desirable specimen, this example comes equipped with a few extras that set it… more»
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Cheap Turbo: 1993 Mercury Capri XR2 Convertible
The 1993 Mercury Capri XR2 Convertible is a car that has always intrigued me. It was a car that was designed and built by Ford Australia specifically for the American market. However, it made it onto Australian roads a… more»
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Rare 225 Slant Six! 1968 Dodge Charger
When you think of the Dodge Charger, a sporty car with muscular prowess probably comes to mind, right? Well, not always. Seems that the folks at Dodge in the late 1960s thought that an inline-six with 3-on-the-tree in a… more»
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Tastefully Modified: 1986 Dodge D-150
This 1986 Dodge D150 sports just the right mixture of modifications and fortunately hasn’t been taken too far down the path of custom touches. The seller started with a nicely preserved example sporting the preferred combination of a short… more»
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502 Big-Block! 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible
Having owned a 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS convertible for many years, I always lock-up on any similar example that surfaces. I enjoyed my big-block powered car for years but this example has quite a few upgrades over my long-departed… more»
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Entry Level Muscle: 1972 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350
You might look at this car and consider it either a driver or a survivor but for $18,000, many people may see an entry level muscle car. In 1972, GM workers went on strike from the Spring all the… more»
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Five-Speed 5.0! 1985 Ford LTD LX
By the mid-1980s, cars previously neutered by emissions and fuel economy requirements of the early ’70s began to show signs of life and something that had become unusual: performance! Ford’s Fox platform began in 1978 with this car’s twin: … more»
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Hi-Po 383/4 Speed: 1969 Plymouth Sport Satellite
This 1969 Plymouth Sport Satellite has undergone some changes to its appearance over the years, but its original heart still beats strongly beneath. It has some rust to contend with, but there’s nothing here that we haven’t seen before…. more»
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No Reserve: 1962 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
One of the most important lessons that I’ve learned through decades of dealing with classic cars is the importance of doing some research on the vehicle that strikes the right chord with you. There are many factors to consider… more»
