Even when the Ford Mustang was still in its infancy, the design team was already planning to give the car a bump up in size. One objective was to allow for a big block to fit under the hood,… more»
Project Cars
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Unfinished Business: 1973 Chevrolet El Camino SS 454
Except for two years (1959-60), Chevrolet’s El Camino pickup was based on the mid-size Chevelle/Malibu (1964-87). That included the Colonnade era of GM intermediates (1973-77) that proved to be quite popular. Sporting new paint, we’re told this 1973 El… more»
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Dusty Barn Find: No Reserve 1966 Ford Mustang
We sometimes must delve below the surface to discover the true worth of a project candidate. Take this 1966 Ford Mustang as a prime example. It is a dusty barn find that has sat for years. However, it is… more»
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Cheap F-Body Project: 1976 Pontiac Firebird
Demand in the marketplace for the second-generation Pontiac Firebird seems as strong as ever, with even nice condition base model cars exchanging hands for some good money nowadays. It’s going to take an engine and other work before this… more»
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351 V8 4-Speed Project: 1964 Ford Ranchero
Ford introduced the Ranchero in 1957 as a pickup based on the company’s 2-door station wagon. They shifted gears in 1960 and built the Ranchero on the new Falcon compact platform through 1965. This seller has a ’64 Ranchero… more»
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Rat Rod Candidate? 1955 Buick Special
Well, it’s old and I suppose it’s special, but a 1955 Buick Special four-door sedan isn’t exactly what springs to mind when I hear the term “rat rod” bandied about. Regardless, that’s one suggestion emanating from the seller of… more»
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Stored 30 Years: 1959 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Some auto styling fads seem to fade away about as quickly as they emerge, but one that stuck around for a while was the tailfin, which was most popular during the 1950s and early 1960s. Designers tried to outdo… more»
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Cheapest of Wheels: 1991 Chevrolet Corsica
The Corsica was the latest front-wheel-drive compact car to emerge from Chevrolet in the 1980s. From 1987 to 1995, nearly 1.6 million of them ventured out on the highways, yet when was the last time you recall seeing one?… more»
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Project Potential: 1962 Chevrolet Impala Coupe
This 1962 Chevrolet Impala coupe, listed here on eBay and located in the Detroit area, is being offered as a project vehicle with a clean title and plenty of included parts. While not yet ready for prime time, this… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1975 Chevrolet Nova
This 1975 Chevy Nova in Junction City, Kansas, might be rough, but the seller was able to get it running. They don’t want to see it sit in this field any longer, so they are offering it here as… more»
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Project Potential: 1986 Chevy Camaro Z28 Roller
Not every third-generation Camaro is a survivor—or even a runner—but for the right person, this 1986 Z28 listed here on craigslist could be the start of a build, a source of needed parts, or even a restoration challenge. Bought… more»
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Can You Weld? 1982 Ford Bronco 4×4 351 4-Speed
Looking straight but with some rust to deal with, this base model 1982 Ford Bronco 4×4 has a 351 V8 and a 4-speed manual to entice you to finish the restoration that has already been started. The seller has… more»
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One-of-One Royal Ride: 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Superstretch
This 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow superstretch limo is unlike anything else on the market. Built as a one-off on chassis no. SRA13041, it measures a staggering 24 feet in length thanks to an 84-inch stretch. Finished in pearl white… more»
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One Of 3,235: 1967 Imperial Crown Coupe
Any fans of classic movies here at Barn Finds? If so, you may have noticed that Chrysler Corporation provided cars to many old movies; after all, it was an inexpensive and effective way to promote your lineup. Invariably, movie stars… more»
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Work-In-Progress: 1972 Dodge Charger Project
It would have been more favorable if the owner of this 1972 Dodge Charger had foreseen that he’d be losing his garage work area before removing several body components and the wheels, as we’ll see shortly. Repair funds are… more»
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Future Drag Car? 1962 Chevrolet Biscayne
From 1959 to 1975, the Biscayne was Chevrolet’s entry-level full-size automobile. The car was popular for fleet purchases and the like. If you didn’t mind rubber floor coverings instead of carpeting, the Biscayne was your car. The seller’s ’62… more»
