This 1971 Ford Torino GT is one of those cars that presents well from a few feet away, and fortunately, it doesn’t look all that bad even up close. The seller says that he bought this one about a… more»
Project Cars
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Numbers-Matching Project: 1964 Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet’s full-size automobiles were in the last of a four-year design cycle in 1964. The crisp styling of the ‘63s was replaced by a boxier, slab-sided look, but models like the Impala continued to sell well over similar products… more»
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AMC-Powered 1972 International Scout II
We all may be a little worn out by the word “patina,” but if you’re hanging out here at Barn Finds, you probably aren’t tired of seeing cars and trucks that have been, shall we say, visited by Father Time. Such… more»
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Cheap Convertible Project: 1966 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
For those who prefer their convertibles in a full-size or luxurious package, this 1966 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight might be worth considering, as it offers both, in addition to a nicely-shaped body. The 98 received a complete redesign to begin its… more»
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Driver Quality? 1964 Chevrolet El Camino
After a three-year absence, the El Camino returned to the Chevrolet fold in 1964. Instead of being a full-size “Ute” as in 1959-60, the returning El Camino was based on the new mid-size Chevelle 2-door station wagon. This ’64… more»
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Original Paint: 1962 Buick Electra 225 Convertible
The seller accepted this 1962 Buick Electra 225 Convertible as a trade-in on a recent sale, but isn’t in a position to treat it to the TLC it deserves. It is an exceptionally solid classic featuring what he believes… more»
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Rough but Rare: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle Wagon Project
Chevrolet Chevelle enthusiasts often go straight for the coupes and convertibles, but the wagons have a charm that’s hard to deny, especially when a builder is searching for something a little different. This 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle wagon, listed here… more»
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EV Conversion: 1967 Porsche 911
One of the more confounding aspects of the long-hood Porsche world right now is there are some legitimately bad cars out there that still sell for ridiculous money, even in a down market. If you’re an owner of one… more»
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No Reserve: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible
I doubt that it would happen today. Could you imagine a mainstream car rental firm offering people the opportunity to slip behind a potent vehicle like a Shelby GT-350? Specialist companies exist that cater to that need, but the… more»
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Same Owner for 50 Years: 1947 MG TC
A long-term ownership history is desirable when choosing a classic to park in your garage. That is the story behind this 1947 MG TC, with the current owner serving as its custodian for over fifty years. It has spent… more»
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Affordable Driver: 1966 Volvo 122S
Some enthusiasts place the idea of a first restoration project in the “too-hard” basket, fearing that even the initial purchase price of a classic will prove to be an obstacle that is too great to overcome. That’s when cars… more»
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Parts or Restore? 1969 Nissan Patrol
The Nissan Patrol has lived in the shadows of its more stylish competition, namely the FJ40-series Toyota Land Cruiser, for years. Due to this obscurity, far fewer Patrols are on the road today, but the Toyota also dwarfed the… more»
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Rhode Island Find: 1964 Greyhound Glide-A-Ride
What do you do when you have to haul a lot of sightseers around the 700-acre 1964 World’s Fair? You don’t want diesel smoke, you can’t drive anything very large, it has to motor slowly, visibility outward must be… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1987 Porsche 944 Convertible
Here’s something you don’t see every day, a custom-built 1987 Porsche 944 that spent most of its life in the hands of a professional body shop owner, who modified it for his own personal use. Now offered as a… more»
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Special Edition Project: 1968 Ford Galaxie XL GT
You don’t see many of these pop up anymore, especially in mostly untouched form. Listed here on craigslist out of Tucson, this 1968 Ford Galaxie XL GT is described as a very rare find, and it certainly checks a… more»
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Solid V8 Project: 1963 Rambler 660 Wagon
I’ve never visited Lodi, California, but it has at least two things going for it. The first is Creedence Clearwater Revival’s excellent song “Lodi,” which has long been one of my favorites in their catalog (even if the lyric… more»
