Even long-time Barn Finds readers might be surprised to learn my heart skipped at least three beats when this unusual British station wagon hit the market last week. More about why later, but the important thing is that this… more»
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Rebuilt Powertrain: 1966 Rambler Classic
From 1961 to 1966, the Classic was American Motor’s mid-range product, sandwiched between the American and Ambassador lines. Sill using the Rambler moniker in 1966, the Classic was akin to the Chevrolet Chevelle and Ford Fairlane. This station wagon,… more»
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Over 100 Years Old: Two 1923 Willys-Overland Touring Cars
At one time, Willys-Overland Motor Company was the second largest automobile producer behind Ford. Headed by John Willys, the company found itself in hard times during the Depression of 1920-1921. What saved it was hiring a new executive on… more»
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L78 Project: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
There are few sights sadder than a desirable classic that has fallen foul of a fender bender. That has been the fate of this 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. However, the damage appears to be purely cosmetic, making it a… more»
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Snowbird: 1979 Dodge Magnum XE GT
If you don’t look like this, there’s no sense going any further because you clearly aren’t Dodge Magnum material, at least according to their brochure touting the cool, masculine features of this Dodge Charger-like two-year-only car. This 1979 Dodge… more»
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Needs Finishing: 1966 Ford Mustang
This 1966 Mustang would have been the least potent version produced by Ford during that model year. However, the seller has performed a few sensible upgrades, and its next owner could push the boat out to create the classic… more»
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Barn Find RV – 1973 GMC 260 Motorhome
When powerhouse automaker General Motors Corporation entered the hot motorhome market, it leveraged vast resources to design and build the world’s premier family adventure capsule. The 1970s purpose-built recreational vehicle boasts design features unequaled today. This 1973 GMC 260… more»
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R-Code 428 Project: 1969 Ford Torino Cobra Jet
Based on performance, things didn’t get much better for the 1969 Ford Torino than how this one started out, so I hope somebody has the time, skills, and wallet full of cash it will take to get this one… more»
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Solid Project: 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback
It is sometimes challenging to determine whether a classic is desirable, but this 1966 Mustang Fastback leaves little doubt. It is a relatively solid project candidate, although there are rust repairs required if it is to present at its… more»
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R-Code Project: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1
How much would you be willing to pay for a 1969 Mustang Mach 1 requiring rust repairs and total restoration? Hold that thought for a moment. What if the car in question is essentially complete and features its original… more»
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BF Auction: 1949 DeSoto Sedan
If I didn’t become so attached to cars (a real flaw for someone who likes so many of them), I’d love to buy at least one car a year that needs some help, get it back on the road,… more»
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BF Auction: 1964.5 Ford Mustang
Let’s start by clarifying the factual accuracy of the 1964.5 Mustang; I know, and you know, that there was technically no such thing. All Mustangs from the beginning of production until Ford closed down the line for the 1966… more»
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Winter Project II: 1954 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
Check out the dagmars on this one! They’re standard equipment on a 1954 Cadillac Coupe DeVille and others produced by the “Standard of the World.” Today’s Windham, New Hampshire find, courtesy of Bruce M., is said to run and… more»
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Cheap Project? Fiat 1200 Spider
Generally, when I own a car, I have a pretty good idea of what it is, but that’s not always the case, even with classics. The owner of this Fiat in Fishers, Indiana, put it up on Facebook Marketplace as a… more»
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Rare 1954 Messerschmitt KR175 Project
Yes, indeed, as the owner says, these German-made Messerschmitt KR175 Kabinenroller microcars are indeed very rare–only 15,000 were built. But it’s the later 200 model (1955 to 1964) that’s a more valuable example of the breed, and the cream… more»
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Unfinished Business: 1975 Chevrolet Camaro
If you were around in 1975, you may remember that was the year that catalytic converters were added to all new cars. That required unleaded gasoline to become more plentiful and our neighborhood station added a third pump to… more»
