The classic world is sometimes a strange place. It is easy to understand why certain vehicles perform consistently over decades, but others are harder to explain. A Corvette or Camaro will almost invariably gain attention because those cars have… more»
Project Cars
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Missing Cylinder Head Screw: 1978 Lotus Esprit Series 1
Giorgetto Giugiaro went to work at Fiat’s Special Vehicles Division at seventeen – mostly likely younger than many of us were when we purchased our first car. Fiat ignored his design work, so he approached Bertone, who sold one… more»
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The Living Room Lambo: 1970 Lamborghini Miura P400 S
We’ve all had the occasion to be slightly protective of our vehicular pride and joy. I have routinely crammed four cars into a traditional two car garage in the interest of protecting as many of them as I can… more»
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Movie Taxi Prop: 1975 Chevrolet Nova
One of the best-selling cars built by Chevrolet in the 1960s and 1970s was the Chevy II/Nova. The car got a major redesign in 1968, and – from then through 1972 – it would be a best-seller. Things got… more»
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Shorty Project: 1978 Cadillac Seville
The Seville was the first “smaller” Cadillac, born in the mid-1970s in response to rising demand for European luxury automobiles. And the increasing price of gasoline, which began climbing in 1973. Using mechanical components and a modified chassis from… more»
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Rare Fila Edition: 1985 Ford Thunderbird Garage Find
Seeking to bring back some elements of excitement lost with the eighth-generation models, Ford redesigned the Thunderbird again in 1983, and for the first time, a Turbo Coupe became available, featuring a turbocharged four-cylinder under the hood. Another noteworthy… more»
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Original 340/4-Speed: 1973 Dodge Challenger Rallye
What separates a good project candidate from a great one? That’s a loaded question because the answer varies depending on who you ask. However, when a vehicle retains its numbers-matching drivetrain and is a rock-solid classic with its original… more»
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Estate Sale: 1960 Triumph TR3 “A”
It’s 1953 and Triumph has brought a new car to Jabbeke, Belgium, to race it down a nearly flat, nearly straight stretch of road between Brussels and Ostend. This unique bit of carriageway was a perfect test “track” for… more»
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Patina Pontiac: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am
In 1977, the only movie that did better in theaters than Smokey and the Bandit was Star Wars. This 1977 Pontiac Trans Am is not a “Bandit” or Y84 car but it is a black Trans Am, at least… more»
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Running Project: 1974 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds
The Hurst/Olds was a luxury/performance version of the Oldsmobile Cutlass, inspired by the 1960s muscle car, the 442. It was offered during nine model years spread between 1968 and 1984. The 1974 edition was selected to pace the field… more»
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Garaged 42 Years: 1973 Pontiac Luxury LeMans
Pontiac’s mid-size cars were redesigned in 1973 with new Colonnade styling (no more true hardtops). Along with the rest of GM’s intermediates, that design would remain through 1977 – and sell quite well. The Luxury LeMans edition was added… more»
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Original 307: 1971 Chevrolet Camaro
We’ve recently seen a few classics cross our desks at Barn Finds that have been part of the same family since Day One. This 1971 Chevrolet Camaro is a perfect example of the breed, and the time has come… more»
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Straight-Six Project: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle
Anytime a car comes around that seems as entry-level and original as this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu, the purist side of me hopes it will be restored as it came from the factory. On the other hand, what’s not… more»
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Mechanic’s Special: 1971 Porsche 911S Targa
A “mechanic’s special.” This used to be a fairly popular concept, with the local repair facility offering a car for sale that the even the on-duty mechanic was tired of dealing with. 30 years ago, you might even see… more»
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One Family Owned: 1966 Datsun 1600 Roadster
Long-term ownership is often an important factor when an enthusiast commences their quest for a classic to park in their garage or workshop. Cars of that type have typically been cherished and avoided the abuse that can plague less… more»
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Patina Project: 1964 Ford Falcon Wagon
Some project candidates leave potential buyers spoiled for choice, and this 1964 Ford Falcon Station Wagon is all that and more. The seller has eliminated the worst of its rust problems and slotted in a larger engine to improve… more»
