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Dirt Cheap Project R/V: 1977 GMC Eleganza

We keep seeing these GMC motorhomes pop up for sale, and while in most cases I’m commenting on the strong numbers they’re bringing, this is a case of one that’s cheap as chips. At just $4,500, this is definitely… more»

Dusty 455 Convertible: 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Built between 1966 and 1997, the Cutlass Supreme became not only the most popular Oldsmobile but also the highest-selling model in the mid-size class. The second generation from 1968-72 included cars that were not only well equipped but could… more»

Shed Damaged: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

Few things are more heartbreaking than seeing your beloved classic car damaged due to circumstances beyond your control. I wish I weren’t speaking from experience, but I am willing to bet I share that feeling with many of our… more»

Mixed ‘N Matched: 1969 Dodge Charger R/T

Something is up with Dodge Chargers – the prices are up, that is. We’ve seen a steady flow of Chargers coming onto the Barn Finds assignment list recently, and no matter how wrecked or rusty they are, project cars… more»

327 V8 Shed Find: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS

Chevrolet hit pay dirt when they debuted the Super Sport in 1961. At first, it was a performance version of the Impala, and production numbers were low. In 1962, the car went more mainstream, becoming a sporty option available… more»

Father/Son Project? 1971 Fiat 850 Spider

Cute little bugger would be one way to describe this 1971 Fiat 850. I guess it’s a twenty-footer as the seller states, “Has a very poor paint job” but in images, it shows pretty well. There’s no doubt about… more»

454 V8 Power: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette

The most noticeable change to the 1973 Corvette was the shift from a chrome front bumper to a urethane rubber/plastic nose. It may have been a popular change, though prompted by safety regulations, as Corvette sales went past 30,000… more»

Have it Your Way: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan Delivery

The Chevrolet Bel Air is an iconic vehicle. The Bel Air line was born in 1950 and named after an exclusive area of Los Angeles nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains. The car was known for its pillarless roof… more»

Forty Years Asleep: 1955 Pontiac Star Chief Project

Will there ever be an end to the supply of cars that haven’t seen the light of day for decades? Here’s another one, on eBay, a 1955 Pontiac Star Chief (misidentified as a Silver Chief) two-door hardtop, bid to… more»

Stored 20 Years: 1966 Chrysler 300 Project

For 11 years from 1955 to 1965, the Chrysler 300 “Letter-Series” was a potent combination of performance and luxury. But the market had shifted and demand for fire-breathing land yachts had waned, so the “Letter-Series” was retired. But a… more»

Sleeper Project? 1965 Pontiac GTO

The GTO was introduced as a performance extension of the Pontiac Tempest/LeMans in 1964. Internal bean counters thought they would only sell 5,000 copies the first year, and yet the final tally blew past 32,000 automobiles. It was still… more»

Rare 1942 GMC Truck Comes With a Pile of Parts

Old GMC trucks are often used as parked advertising for antique shops and the like. There, they rust in peace. This one, however, is a work in progress, with a lot already done. It’s a rare 1942 Canada-built half-ton… more»

Rare Honcho Edition: 1979 Jeep J10 Pickup

If there’s one brand known for creating special edition trim levels that remain desirable decades later, Mopar products definitely take top honors. From the “Adult Toys” lineup of the 1970s to the special ACR trims of the late 90s,… more»

Oddball Truck: 1983 Ford/Dodge

What do you get when you cross a Ford CLT front end with a Dodge 3500 back half? You get this interesting hodgepodge truck that was built to pull a horse trailer. And what would you call it? A… more»

One Prior Owner: 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

The Monte Carlo was a newcomer to the personal luxury car scene in the 1970s. It was part Chevy Chevelle and part Pontiac Grand Prix. When GM redesigned its mid-size cars in 1973, the Monte Carlo was included, and… more»

Airflyte Project: 1951 Nash Rambler Convertible

The late 1940s brought increased interest in streamlined design, with a few auto companies taking the trend to an extreme. Nash was one of these, producing the “upside bathtub look” in several flavors – the Ambassador, the Statesman, the… more»

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