And the debate continues. Was there ever a 1964 ½ Ford Mustang? Technically, no, as Ford titled all Mustangs built from early 1964 to late 1965 as 1965 models (in other words, pre-1966). But if you bought one before… more»
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No Reserve 4-Speed: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is often thought of as the last of the third-generation bunch that could be considered iconic, but the same holds true for several muscular automobiles from this era that were beginning to lose some of… more»
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Would You Drive It? 1963 Volkswagen Space Buggy
Barn Finder Santa spotted this 1963 Volkswagen “Moon Buggy,” describing it as “just plain weird.” That seems like a fair assessment considering its styling, although we could also use the word “unique” if we wish to be diplomatic. It… more»
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1970 AMC Javelin SST 360 Project
American Motors joined the “pony car” market in 1968 with the Javelin. Because AMC was always short on funds, some of the Javelin’s underpinnings were developed from the American compact. The car ran for two generations and seven years… more»
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$800 Project: 1969 Opel Kadett B Wagon
If you were looking for a small automobile in the late 1960s and had an affinity for Buicks, your choices were satisfied by imports from Opel. General Motors had a stake in Opel (West Germany) from 1929 to 2017,… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
Project candidates come in all shapes and sizes. If you’re seeking a gentle giant that could be restored, or potentially revived for enjoyment as a genuine survivor, this 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible deserves a close look. It ran beautifully… more»
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Final Year: 1951 Frazer Revival Project
It’s not often that a Frazer pops up for sale, especially one that’s described as complete and still wearing its original drivetrain. This 1951 Frazer, listed on craigslist near Madera and Fresno, California, is being offered for $3,800 and… more»
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Super Sedan: 1969 Mercedes 300 SEL 6.3
When a car wears a paint color you don’t often see, it can transform your opinion of it almost instantly. A W109-series Mercedes-Benz sedan is a vehicle you associate with staid colors and restrained appearances, so seeing this 1969… more»
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Running Project: 1969 Triumph GT6 Mk II
Which is your favorite version of Triumph’s GT6? The early cars with their upright grilles, direct from Michelotti’s pen? The second series, its suspension reformed to tame the swing-axle? Or the Mk III’s modernized sheet metal and roomier cabin?… more»
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Rare Barn Find: 1929 Ford Model A Business Coupe
In the days before the internet, Company Reps used to drive from town to town, visiting businesses to peddle their wares. Choosing an appropriate vehicle that could carry their samples but didn’t cost a fortune to buy or run… more»
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Bicycle Mower? 1980s SK Cycle-Mower
This is one of the oddest things I’ve seen, and that’s saying something, since I look in the mirror at least once a day. A South Korean bicycle lawn mower from the 1980s?! This 1980s SK Cycle-Mower is listed… more»
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Former Drag Car: Rare 1971 AMC Hornet SC/360
American Motors was known for several one-hit-wonders in the muscle car market. They were all only built for a single model year and in relatively small numbers. That group included the 1969 SC/Rambler (based on the American), the 1970… more»
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Unusual Pickup: 1962 Chevrolet Corvair Rampside
When Chevrolet rolled out the Corvair compact in the early 1960s, they went one step further. That step was the Corvair 95, a series of interesting COE pickups and vans. The seller has a 1962 Rampside, a truck with… more»
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Mopar Barn Find: 1969 Dodge Dart GT
In the late 1960s, Dodge injected sportiness and performance into the compact Dart by adding the GT and GTS models. The former was more about image, while the latter was about going faster. The seller has a 1969 Dart… more»
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1950s-60s Root Range Rider 26″ Power Mower
UPDATE – This 1950s/60s Root Range Rider 26″ Power Mower is listed for sale again, after it was featured back in April here on Barn Finds. It’s listed here on Facebook Marketplace and is still located in Waynesboro, Pennsylvania,… more»
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Turbocharged V6: 1972 Chevrolet Vegamino
The Vega was Chevrolet’s first foray into subcompact transportation beginning in 1971. A lot of planning went into the little car. But it fell short in execution, and the early Vega’s were plagued by engine and premature corrosion woes…. more»
