The Ford Mustang SVO combines a variety of attributes that make it a wonderful choice for an entry-level hobby vehicle. A few years ago, I wouldn’t have said that, as it seemed like prices were on the upswing. Indeed,… more»
Project Cars
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Turbo Wedge Project! 1986 Subaru XT
Have you ever had a car in your life that you know is not all that great, but you still can’t quite avert your eyes from it? That’s how I feel about the Subaru XT. I owned one of… more»
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Free Car? 1967 Chrysler Newport Drop-Top
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, the Newport was Chrysler’s entry-level car. But there was nothing basic about any Chrysler product, so the Newport was well-heeled. After a redesign in 1965, the 1967 Newport was treated to new sheet metal,… more»
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Former Parts Car: 1970 Dodge Challenger SE
The last new player to enter the “pony car” wars of the 1960s was the Dodge Challenger. And it didn’t arrive until 1970 as the demand for muscle cars was beginning to wane. This 1970 Challenger was built with… more»
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Real Barn Find: 1976 AMC Matador
AMC was known for its quirky but lovable styling that adorned many of its offerings, and the Matador was no exception, especially in its 2-door models from the second generation of production. Although the coupes had mostly different sheet… more»
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“Silversides” RV? 1947 GM Greyhound PD-3751
This venerable Silversides is looking for a new garage – but this isn’t just any old bus: it’s been converted to an RV with all the comforts of home. Find it here on facebook Marketplace from an owner who… more»
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“Everything Works.” 1960 Buick Flxible Ambulance Project
Every once in a while, a vintage “professional car” like this 1960 Buick Ambulance pops up on Barn Finds. These coach-built ambulances were very expensive vehicles when new, so it’s no surprise that not many were produced. Plus, in… more»
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Patina Project: 1962 Porsche 356B
The Porsche 356 market is in an interesting place at the moment. Put simply, project prices have cooled significantly, and it seems like now is a good time to grab a worthwhile candidate for restoration if you’ve been sitting… more»
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350 Powered: 1957 Chevrolet 3100 Short Bed
Some classics receive a second chance at life, but this 1957 Chevrolet 3100 Short Bed would benefit from a third. Refreshed in the 1980s, its paint looks tired. However, it has virtually no rust, and the engine bay houses… more»
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Widebody Sacrifice: 1967 Porsche 911
While we all want to believe that every sports or muscle car gets another chance to live when it’s found in a wrecking yard, that’s not always the case. Still, we’re grateful that sellers like this one effectively saved… more»
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True Barn Find: 1917 Studebaker Touring Car
Any automobile, regardless of its condition, deserves a lot of respect for avoiding the scrap heap for more than 100 years. In this case, it’s been nearly 110 years for this 1917 Studebaker Touring Car. These were open-air “horseless… more»
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Assembly Required: 1972 Dodge Demon 340
The original Dodge Demon was a fastback compact sold in 1971 and 1972. It was a derivation of the highly popular Plymouth Duster and was rebranded as the Dart Sport in 1973. The Demon 340 was the performance model… more»
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Hemi-Powered? Field Find 1956 Dodge Royal
By the mid-1950s, Detroit styling had entered its jet-age phase, and Dodge embraced the movement with dramatic lines, generous chrome, and V8 power. This 1956 Dodge Royal wears all the hallmarks of the era and now emerges as a… more»
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Storage Find: 1972 Ford LTD Convertible 400 V8
Fresh out of long-term storage, this one-family-owned 1972 Ford LTD Convertible looks like an outstanding car to tinker with. Yes, it isn’t currently running, but it turns over and look at that solid body on this rare ragtop! The… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1988 Chevrolet K5 Blazer Silverado
Square-body Chevrolet trucks and SUVs have become increasingly desirable, and clean, usable K5 Blazers are getting harder to find. This 1988 Chevy K5 Blazer Silverado 4×4 needs work, but it’s packing V8 power, four-wheel drive, and a working Western… more»
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Running Project: 1972 AMC Ambassador SST
The Ambassador began with Nash Motors way back in the day. And became the consolidated American Motors’ top-of-the-line product from 1958 to 1974. During that time, it rode on either mid-size or full-size platforms and was the big brother… more»
