Lincoln, like many of FOMOCO’s brands, came in behind GM/Cadillac in terms of sales. The Cadillacs had some of the industry’s wildest styling in the late 1950s, while the Lincolns were downright weird with their slanted front peepers (Chrysler… more»
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Rare Aussie Ute: 1959 Chrysler Wayfarer
Australia was once the home of a vibrant vehicle manufacturing industry. The market was dominated by Detroit’s “Big Three” during the 1950s, ’60s, and ’70s, although many models were either uniquely Antipodean or were North American models that were… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1966 Ford Mustang
The original Ford Mustang is probably one of the least rare cars today. That’s because more than 1.2 million of them were produced between 1964 and 1966. So, if you’re looking for one to restore, find the best one… more»
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Project Drop-Top: 1969 Pontiac Firebird Convertible
For many muscle car fans, the 1969 Pontiac Firebird ranks among the most desirable F-body designs ever produced. With its sharp lines, split grille, and wide stance, it offered a sporty alternative to the Camaro while keeping Pontiac’s unique… more»
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SS Clone Candidate? 1969 Chevrolet Nova
Other than a color change, this 1969 Chevrolet Nova looks like a solid survivor. It’s one of the 42% of Nova coupes to leave the factory with six-cylinder power. This edition is from the encore year following the popular… more»
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Big-Block Project: 1967 Chevy Corvette Sting Ray
The 1967 model year marked the final run for the C2 Sting Ray, and many consider it the pinnacle of mid-year Corvette design. With its refined styling cues, improved mechanicals, and the availability of the legendary 427 big-block, the… more»
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440 Included: 1970 Dodge Challenger Project
The seller of this 1970 Dodge Challenger is optimistic that this project has many possibilities, and he believes that performing a restoration would be a productive way to spend the upcoming winter months. I’ll be the first to agree… more»
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Revived Pole Barn Find: 1965 Chevrolet Bel Air
The best-selling American-made automobile of the 1960s was not the Ford Mustang (though it was close). That honor goes to Chevrolet’s line of 1965 full-size cars, which added up to a record 1.4 million Biscaynes, Bel Airs, Impalas, and… more»
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Rust-Free Roller: 1970 Pontiac GTO
By 1970, the bloom was off the muscle car flower. The “leader of the pack,” the Pontiac GTO, saw its sales drop by 45% from the year before (and would keep falling until the end in 1974). Saturated demand… more»
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1-Owner Garage Find: 1966 Plymouth Sport Fury
The Sport Fury can be thought of as Plymouth’s answer to the Chevrolet Impala Super Sport. After being a one-year wonder in 1959, the name returned in 1962 for a longer run to 1971. Most Sport Furys were hardtops,… more»
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Survivor-Quality V8: 1972 Mercury Comet
Much like the first Mercury Comet was an offshoot of the compact Ford Falcon, so was the latter Comet to the Ford Maverick. The Maverick enjoyed Mustang-like popularity in 1969-70, so the Comet would quickly follow in 1971. And… more»
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Rotisserie Project: 1976 Datsun 280Z
The Datsun Z-cars have long held a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts, blending affordable performance with timeless styling. Today, finding a solid example of a 240Z or 280Z has become increasingly difficult due to rust issues and… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1960 Chevrolet Impala
Few cars capture the style and presence of the early 1960s quite like the 1960 Chevrolet Impala. Offered here on Barn Finds, this example comes with a remarkable backstory and an excellent foundation for finishing. Located in Moores Hill,… more»
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Champion Telstar Camper Van: 1989 GMC Vandura
Combining elements of Class B camper vans and the larger-bodied Class C, Champion’s Telstar offers room for four in a relatively compact and aerodynamic package. This 1989 GMC Vandura-based Telstar “ran when parked,” and the Carmichaels, Pennsylvania camper can… more»
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Project Drophead: 1958 Singer Gazelle Series III
In honor of the upcoming All British Field Meet at Portland International Raceway, I felt compelled to cover this unusual model from a rare marque. Not only is this Singer Gazelle a convertible, its top operates like a three-position… more»
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29k Original Miles: 1993 Dodge Ram D150 Pickup
We’re often told that we should never judge a book by its cover, and doing so with this 1993 Dodge Ram D150 could be a mistake. There is no denying that it is rough around the edges, and it… more»
