One of the most enjoyable avenues in the classic car scene is buying a model that is not highly desirable and driving the wheels off without worrying about devaluing a more expensive model. The 49-51 shoebox Ford is a… more»
Project Cars
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Pretty Solid Project: 1961 Mercury Monterey Convertible
American automotive history is littered with the demoted nameplate. The swanky Bel Air became predominately a fleet model by the late 1960s. The Impala was demoted by the Caprice, the Galaxie 500 by the LTD, and the Mercury Monterey… more»
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Pink Project: 1973 Plymouth Cuda
In 1970, the Plymouth Barracuda was riding high with its best sales numbers in years based on a new platform. Less than five years later, it was gone, a victim of changing market conditions and demand. This 1973 edition… more»
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Fuel Injected 383: 1969 Dodge Charger
The seller of this 1969 Dodge Charger says it’s already gotten a restoration at some point in the past, but from the looks of things, I’m guessing that was several years and quite a few miles ago. While this… more»
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Stalled Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS
The Chevrolet Camaro closed out its first generation in style. Built from 1967 to 1969, the ’69 Camaros were the best-selling trio but had help due to a 15-month production cycle (Gen 2 Camaros were delayed in getting ready)…. more»
V8 “Ute” Project: 1964 Ford Ranchero
After three years as a full-size pickup, the Ford Ranchero was a compact “Ute” (utility vehicle) from 1960 to 1965. During that period, it was based on the successful Falcon, one of many cars that the Falcon would spawn… more»
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Rare Barn Find! Two-Stroke Parilla Olimpia Motorcycle
Giovanni Parrilla was born in 1911 of Spanish parents who immigrated to Italy and settled in the northern town of Mantua. Mantua happened to be the birthplace of Tazio Nuvolari, one of racing’s greatest drivers; he was nineteen when… more»
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Running Project: 1963 Studebaker Cruiser
Studebaker was largely known for building and selling “sensible” automobiles in the 1950s and 1960s, though a few shining stars appeared throughout. Like the 1962-64 Gran Turismo and the 1963-64 Avanti. The Lark debuted in 1959 as a compact… more»
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1962 Rambler American 400 Convertible
Despite the visible rust and that dent on the left front fender, the seller says this 1962 Rambler American 400 Convertible has solid floors and rocker panels. I wish they had shown a photo with the top down but… more»
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Rare Breed! 1937 Hillman “Minx Magnificent” Drophead Coupe
Quiz time: Hillman started as: a) a sewing machine company; b) a bicycle company; or c) a car company. Actually all of these are partially correct, with the three forms of machinery tied together by the same man, William… more»
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Older Restoration: 1959 Plymouth Belvedere
This 1959 Plymouth Belvedere underwent a restoration approximately thirty years ago. The seller feels it deserves a repeat performance, although its respectable presentation and lack of significant rust means that the work could proceed at the buyer’s leisure. It… more»
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Rare LS6 Barn Find: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454
Throughout the second half of the 1960s, the Chevelle SS 396 was one of the hottest muscle cars in the mix. In 1970, the automobile got even bolder with the introduction of the 454 cubic inch V8 (hence, those… more»
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BF Auction: 1967 Rover 2000TC
For those of you who grew up on American cars, the name “Rover” might only be familiar when trailing the word “Land,” and that’s OK. In Europe, the Rover was well-known as a stately, conservative sedan for those who… more»
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Running Project: 1980 Porsche 928
Is a Porsche 928 a smart investment? That depends on where you start. A cheap project could be a way to get into a car that at least won’t lose money, but even then, you best buy one with… more»
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Equipoise Ride! 1959 Buick Invicta Estate Wagon
The new-for’59 Buick styling needs no introduction, especially the angled fins at the rear, which probably explains the lead picture offering this 1959 Buick Invicta Estate Wagon. With an available power rear window, Buick’s Estate Wagons brought luxury to… more»
One I’d Like To Have Back: 1967 Triumph 2000 Estate
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»
