Seventh grade was a good one for me for several reasons. One of those was my teacher, a young recent grad from UNC-Chapel Hill named Mr. Godfrey. Male seventh grade teachers were a very rare site way back in… more»
Project Cars
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Donated LT1: 1995 Buick Roadmaster
This 1995 Buick Roadmaster showed up at my favorite car donation seller on eBay, and for those of you who know, the ’95s came with the Corvette-derived LT1 engine. Unlike most of the donation cars that show up here,… more»
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Museum Find: 1936 Chevrolet/FitzJohn Airport Limo
Since I began writing for Barn Finds, I have discovered that the classics we feature can be quite eclectic. While Kei Cars sit at one end of the spectrum, this 1936 Chevrolet/FitzJohn Airport Limo sits at the other. It… more»
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Injected Big-Block: No Reserve 1966 Chevrolet El Camino
Listing a classic for sale with No Reserve is guaranteed to catch attention, and such is the case with this 1966 Chevrolet El Camino. It presents respectably, but it hides a wonderful secret below the surface. The seller equipped… more»
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Frog Eye Find: 1983 Ford EXP 4-Speed
Not to be confused with what some folks refer to as an Austin-Healey “Bug Eye Sprite,” Ford’s unusual face, or fascia, for its first-generation EXP has sometimes been known for its frog eye-like headlights. This 1983 Ford EXP can… more»
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Continental Kit! 1960 Rambler American Parts Car
Launched in 1958, the Rambler American was a reworked version of the Nash Rambler, which had been developed by one of American Motors’ predecessors. The market was ripe for smaller cars in the late 1950s, and AMC and Studebaker… more»
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4P-Coded: 1967 Camaro SS350 4-Speed Roller
First-generation Camaros rarely need much introduction, but genuine SS cars always draw extra attention, especially when they retain key factory performance components. This 1967 Chevrolet Camaro SS350, currently listed on eBay, is described as a 4P-coded SS and is… more»
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Garage-Stored: 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Sedan with V8 and Manual
Early Chevelles have long been a favorite among muscle car fans, but not every project starts life as a two-door hardtop. This 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle sedan, currently listed on craigslist in Wasson, Colorado, offers something a little different—and potentially… more»
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Charred 1971 Jaguar E-Type Coupe
While there’s a long list of vintage Jaguars that could be considered British royalty, the E-Type is one of those that easily falls into the iconic category, offering a stunning appearance and great performance in one exceptional package. It’s… more»
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Black Plate Barn Find: 1934 Jaguar SS1
The Jaguar SS1 stands as a reminder of how impressive the company’s trajectory must have looked back in the 1930s. Designed by William Lyons, whose achievements in the automotive industry are too numerous to list here, the SS1 represents… more»
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Bargain Project? 1991 Acura NSX
We don’t often see sellers of exotic or high-end sports cars post reasonable prices when the vehicle in question has some needs. Usually, you get slapped with hyperbole about what an opportunity it is, or how a few thousand… more»
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Open To Offers: 1972 AMC Javelin SST 360
I’ve often wondered what AMC might have achieved with access to a budget similar to those enjoyed by “The Big Three.” It produced interesting cars on a shoestring, including this 1972 Javelin SST. This classic needs a little work,… more»
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Second Series Project: 1955 GMC Suburban Carryall
The mid-1950s GMC Suburban Carryall models don’t surface very often, especially the 1955 2nd Series trucks. This example, now listed on eBay, represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of GMC’s early enclosed utility vehicles with a clean title… more»
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Frozen 5.8L Project: 1996 Ford Bronco U100 4×4
The final-generation Ford Bronco has carved out a loyal following, and even project-grade examples continue to attract attention from enthusiasts who appreciate their size, capability, and classic two-door SUV profile. This 1996 Ford Bronco U100, listed here on eBay,… more»
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Rolls Royce Kit: 1969 Volkswagen Beetle
Looking back at modified automobiles offers you a sense of where culture and cars were colliding at the time. When Volkswagen Beetle owners began adding a Rolls-Royce front end to their German economy cars, it was clearly a means… more»
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Dad’s Stalled Stroker Project: 1995 Ford F-150
This is one of those vehicles where a few simple clues let you know this is more than just another OBS F-150. The period “street truck” tires and wheels with lower offsets that cause them to extend past the… more»
