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Leatherback Project: 1929 Ford Model A

To people of the World War II generation, the Model A Ford was as much a part of life as breathing.  Ford produced almost five million of the cars over a four year model run,and the cars lived on… more»

Rough Track Pack: 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T SE

I know what you’re thinking: this car is rough and needs a lot of work. For the most part, the car is stripped, and I can buy a similar E-body for a little bit more money. Now for the… more»

Multi-Colored: 1954 Nash Metropolitan Convertible

There’s something about tiny cars that almost everyone loves. It seems like they always have more personality! Besides, what could be more fun than owning a car made by a company that also made refrigerators? Although Crosley pretty well… more»

Hanging Around: Home Built Aircraft

Barn Find readers find all manner of unusual vehicles for sale, including airplanes. Clarke B found this project listed on craigslist in Empire, Michigan for $700. The seller knows nothing about it and just needs it gone. This is a… more»

Fiberglass Project: 1952 Victress S1A Roadster

Although fiberglass anomalies are a thing of the past, the majority of fiberglass vehicles are easily recognizable, even kit cars! However before reading the ad, I honestly had no idea what I was looking at here. As it turns… more»

High School Ride: 1969 Oldsmobile 442

Having graduated from high school back in 2014, I can say that most of the cars that students drove were about as boring as a bowl of plain oatmeal. Easily the coolest car in the high school parking lot… more»

President’s Ride: 1990 Avanti Sedan

The Avanti story is one that can take all afternoon to tell, but the summarized version is this: the company went through various fits and starts, languishing under multiple owners as it coasted to eventual retirement. The classic Avanti… more»

Tri-Five Gasser: 1956 Chevrolet Bel-Air

Of the three years the Tri-Five Chevrolet body style was available (1955 to 1957), the 1956 is my favorite year. Its appearance seems more aggressive, grown up and wildcard-like to me than the 1955 and 1957 styling. When it’s… more»

Mystery Tarp Find: 1966 Ford Mustang

From the sellers of few pictures and words department, we have this–well–what exactly is it we do have? The seller tells us that it’s a red, V8-powered 1966 Ford Mustang. Okay, I guess we’ll have to take their word… more»

1 of 56: 1968 Hurst/Olds Post Coupe

The allure of post coupes has always been a draw for me in the collector-car market; their appearance screams sleeper, drawing in an unsuspecting driver in a hot muscle car who thinks he’s got the stoplight race in the… more»

Belgian Twin-Grille: 1962 Porsche 356 D’leteren Roadster

Though I’m an American car guy, there are certain foreign cars that catch my fancy. One of those cars is the Porsche 356; I remember reading an article on a black 356 Speedster in Car and Driver titled “Ode… more»

Dauntless V6: 1967 Jeepster Commando 4X4

To be honest, I’m not much of a Jeep guy, but I’ve always had a soft spot for Jeepsters, especially the rare Hurst version. This particular Jeepster is a 1967 model, and though it is a bit rough, I… more»

One Owner GTA: 1987 Renault Alliance

The Renault Alliance was a homely economy car that experienced short-lived success in the U.S. Unfortunately for the brand and enthusiasts alike, the hotted-up GTA didn’t become a staple of the sport compact scene, only appearing for short time… more»

Odd Hurst Out: 1970 Chrysler 300 Hurst

There are very few cars I love more than big, beautiful Mopars, and I especially love special edition Mopars such as this 1970 Chrysler 300 Hurst. I have always considered myself somewhat well-read on 1970s Chrysler products, but it… more»

Rust-Free Red Ride: 1959 Studebaker Lark VI

I really wish that I wouldn’t have seen this 1959 Studebaker Lark VI. This car has been on my wish list for a long time and this looks like a really nice one. It’s not perfect, but it’s really,… more»

Real or Fake? Church-Owned Chevy G20 Pace Van

Pace car editions have extended to the full cadre of vehicles, including trucks, SUVs and of course, convertibles and coupes. A Chevy G20 Beauville van, however, is not the first thing that comes to mind as a potential pace… more»

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