General Motors had all-new B and C-body platforms in 1959-60, and Buick’s styling may have been the most unorthodox. The rear end of the cars looked like a giant locust headed north (like in the B-grade science fiction movies… more»
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Needs a Rebuild: 1980 Porsche 911 Turbo
After several years of being a Porsche evangelist (after several years of not being one), I have settled into a pleasant middle ground where I can appreciate them for their charm while also acknowledging the infatuation with them is… more»
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Speeder Survivor: Fairmont A6 Gang Car V8
Ol’ Scotty “Casey Jones” G sent in this tip. I can’t get enough railroad history and just anything to do with trains. I know these speeder car articles aren’t for everyone, but I thought I’d give this one a… more»
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Rare Bench Seat! 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible
Ford treated the Mustang to its second modest restyle in 1969, with the car gaining an extra set of headlights for that year only. Though production numbers declined for the third year in a row, the Mustang held on… more»
BF Exclusive: 1949 Ford Tudor “Shoebox” Project
UPDATE – The seller has provided additional photos of the car! Some project builds are essentially set in stone, while others offer a world of options. This 1949 Ford Tudor falls into the second category. The owner’s husband pursued… more»
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Barn Duo: Pair of 1995 Chevrolet Caprice Wagons
In the same week we ran across two Buick Roadmaster wagons from 1994 and 1996 in a field, we now find a pair of 1995 Chevy Caprice Classic wagons in a barn. The Caprice and Roadmaster shared the same… more»
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Surprisingly Solid: 1976 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega
Contemporary motoring publications described the Chevrolet Vega as competent, but few labeled it as exciting. Chevrolet attempted to right that wrong, collaborating with one of motorsport’s most successful engineering companies to produce the Cosworth Vega. The concept was sound,… more»
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BF Auction: 1960 Jaguar Mk 2 And 1967 S-Type
Jaguar sedans of the 1960s offered a rare blend of elegance, performance, and old-world craftsmanship, and this two-car package could provide the foundation for an ambitious British car project. The package includes a 1960 Jaguar Mk 2 and a… more»
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Front End Ouch! 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Sales of the popular Ford Mustang peaked at 607,000 units in 1966. But by the end of the first generation in 1973, barely 135,000 customers placed orders. The 1971-73 run had become big and bloated, so the car was… more»
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Parts Car Included: Cheap 1973 Saab Sonett III Project
If you seek an interesting project candidate that is undeniably affordable, this 1973 Saab Sonett III deserves a close look. It has sat for years, and the buyer will probably opt for a nut-and-bolt approach to bring it back… more»
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17k Original Miles: 1960 Oldsmobile Super 88 Fiesta Wagon
When the seller located this 1960 Oldsmobile Super 88 Fiesta Wagon, it had been inactive for decades after its original owner placed it into storage. The extended hibernation means it has only clocked 17,500 miles, and in automotive terms,… more»
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One Of Twelve: 1994 Chevrolet Corvette BY400 Convertible
Special-event Corvettes have always attracted collectors, but some are tied to moments that go beyond the car itself. This 1994 Chevrolet Corvette BY400 Convertible, listed on craigslist in Kennewick, Washington, is one of those examples. The seller says it… more»
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Garaged 46 Years: 1970 AMC Javelin SST
American Motors got into the “pony car” game in 1968 with the Javelin. And even went one step further with the AMX, a GT-style 2-seater based on the Javelin. The first generation concluded in 1970 with a mild restyle,… more»
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One-Owner Project: 1957 Studebaker President
If you wanted the fanciest car Studebaker built in 1957, you ordered a President. If you took a wrong turn and ended up at a Packard dealer, you would have found the same car sold as the Clipper. Only… more»
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Factory V8 Project: 1979 Chevrolet Monza Spyder
While it shared the same underpinnings as the Vega, the Chevrolet Monza featured a different body style, including a coupe, a small wagon, and a sporty hatchback, such as this 1979 Monza Spyder here on Facebook Marketplace. Though many… more»
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Project or Parts? 1979 Ford Mustang Indy Pace Car
We see classics crossing our desks at Barn Finds, with sellers brimming with optimism. The car in question may be a lost cause, but the seller believes it is a viable project candidate. However, this 1979 Ford Mustang Indy… more»
