Dodge’s first compact car was called the Lancer (1961-62). For whatever reason, when the vehicle was redesigned in 1963 the Dart name was shifted to the A-body platform shared with the Plymouth Valiant. Another rework came in 1967 and… more»
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Fluid Drive Equipped: 1942 Chrysler New Yorker
You know a 1942 automotive anything isn’t too common considering that domestic auto manufacturers mostly ceased production at the beginning of the year and transformed themselves into military contractors necessary to meet the challenge imposed by American involvement in… more»
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Long-Term Owner: 1934 Rolls Royce 20/25 Saloon By Park Ward
By the 1920s, Rolls Royce had absorbed the notion that owners might want to drive their own cars, rather than always employ a chauffeur. Moreover, financial pressures in Europe post WWI had diminished the market for luxury cars, creating… more»
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A/C Equipped: 1958 Ford Fairlane 500
We cover a fair number of 1958 Ford Fairlane 500s here on BF but most are two-door hartops or retractables. Today’s Idaho find, courtesy of Henry R., is the less commonly encountered four-door sedan. Parked back in ’76, the… more»
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Ran When Parked! 1959 Pontiac Catalina
General Motors went all out for model year 1959 with dramatic styling, so much that they pulled back with conservative changes for 1960. Whether the polarizing look of the ’59s pleases your eye or not, they represent some of… more»
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Everything Works: 1965 Ford F-100
Borrowing a truck to move is so time-honored that it’s a cliche; buying a truck to move is a power play. That’s apparently what the greater-Denver-area owner of this ’65 Ford did, and now he no longer needs it (apparently,… more»
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Mr. Pickles! 1970 Austin Mini Cooper
Do you begin each morning poring over the Internet for a safety green classic mini? Behold your lucky day! This 1970 Austin Mini Cooper in Greenacres, Florida demands attention despite its diminutive dimensions. Bright shiny paint and sporty updates… more»
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Alloy Body: 1968 Dino 206 GT Project
How many cars can you think of were originally produced in uncommon materials or with exotic design features, only to be scaled back as costs skyrocketed? How about that ’66 Barracuda we just wrote up, with the grand rear… more»
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Rare Mazda/Perkins Diesel: 1983 Ford Ranger
Here’s an example of a truck with an engine option that we’ve only seen three times on Barn Finds. That doesn’t necessarily make them rare, but they don’t come up for sale all that often. This 1983 Ford Ranger… more»
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49k Original Miles? 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan
Enthusiasts seeking a classic from Chevrolet’s legendary Tri-Five range to park in their garage have typically focused on the two-door variants. However, a growing group of individuals view cars like this 1955 Bel Air Sedan favorably. These cars retain… more»
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Original 394: 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible
Some project builds require deeper commitment than others, while others can be deceptive. Take this 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible as an example. It doesn’t make a positive first impression, courtesy of the visible surface corrosion. However, below the surface… more»
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Seldom Seen Coupes: 1979 and 1980 Plymouth Horizon TC3s
By the mid-seventies, everything about economy cars was changing. The rear-engine rear-wheel drive design of the Volkswagen Beetle and the front engine rear wheel drive layout of the Ford Pinto and Chevrolet Vega were fading from the marketplace. Their… more»
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Loaded LX! 1987 Ford Crown Victoria
This claimed one-family ride shows the high end of what many drivers remember as police and taxi fleet vehicles. Luxury features on this 1987 Ford Crown Victoria LX include leather upholstery, twin six-way power seats, automatic climate control, power… more»
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Anti-Mini Van! 1969 Chrysler Town & Country
Acres of glistening paint and perfect wood grain draw fans to this specimen of Chrysler’s top wagon, the Town & Country. This 1969 Chrysler Town & Country outside Mission Viejo, California begs the question, “Why did we need mini… more»
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861 Original Miles: Geo Storm Track Car
As the owner of an Isuzu Trooper, I tend to keep an eye on the strange lovechild born of its relationship with Geo in the early 90s. The Isuzu Impulse was an interesting sport compact car that sounded great… more»
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Just Enough Left: 1934 Ford Sedan
Many feel that Ford produced the most beautiful low-priced cars in the prewar period. One could make a good argument that the 1933-1934 Fords were the most beautiful of all the company’s products. Consequently, they have been very popular… more»
