When the Jaguar XK120 was first introduced in 1948, it was only available in roadster form. Later on, both drop-head coupe (convertible) and fixed-head coupe (FHC) variants were available. This 1954 model was the last year the XK120 was… more»
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Jurassic Park Tribute! 1965 Clark Cortez
Did you know that the Clark Forklift Co. built motorhomes in the 1960s? They got out of business in the 1970s and others carried to torch through the end of the decade. The Cortez was popular, perhaps because it… more»
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390/4-Speed: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback
There are many reasons why a classic car can find itself in hibernation. It could be because the owner wishes to preserve their investment, or an illness may prevent that person from climbing behind the wheel. In the case… more»
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Big Block! 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
Rough looking and resting on deflated tires in an Osage City, Kansas garage, this 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS454 could be one of only 3823 such specimens produced. The description here on Craigslist claims the personal luxury coupe retains… more»
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Barn Find Convertible: 1974 Nissan 240Z
Wow – this is a seriously cool barn find. There were a handful of aftermarket companies that converted the classic Datsun 240Z into a convertible, but they were far more limited in number than some of the other companies… more»
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High Performance Project: 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
The seller of this 1986 Chevrolet Corvette had big plans to turn it into a 383 stroker build, but he’s decided to put it up for sale along with all of the high-performance parts he’s collected along the way…. more»
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396 Turbo-Jet! 1969 Chevrolet Suburban Custom
The year 1969 was a big one for anyone who wanted to go fast. All domestic auto manufacturers had their instantly recognizable model names like GTO, Cobra Jet, and SS396. And Chevrolet’s SS396 covered the Chevelle, Nova, and Camaro… more»
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Sport Coupe Project: 1970 Chevrolet Malibu
Continuing its trend from prior years, the Malibu Sport Coupe would be Chevelle’s most popular model and body style in 1970. It represented two-thirds of production, excluding Monte Carlo’s and El Camino’s. That large population speaks to why so… more»
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‘Cuda 318 V8? 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
Chrysler saw demand for both of its “pony car” offerings fall off after 1970. That was due – at least in part – to higher insurance premiums on performance models and a detuning of engines after 1971 for lower… more»
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335,000 Miles! 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
This may be the highest mileage Chevrolet we’ve seen here on Barn Finds over the years. We’re told this 1969 Camaro has its original drivetrain and the V8 engine has been rebuilt twice to keep it going. It’s going… more»
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Sunroof Coupe: 1976 Porsche 912E
When it comes to owning an air-cooled Porsche, a 912E may not be the most exciting option. But it’s still a far more affordable entry into vintage Porsche ownership than most other models, as this project-grade 912E is priced… more»
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Caribbean Coral: 1968 Ford Mustang
When it comes to Mustangs, most collectors associate “special” cars with high-performance models like a real-deal Shelby or a Hertz rent-a-racer. Then there are the California Specials and a few others sprinkled in there, but a car like this… more»
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Just Out of the Barn! 1930 Plymouth Model U
Chrysler launched the Plymouth brand in 1928 as a means of competing against Chevrolet and Ford in the “low-priced” segment of the auto market. It would be Chrysler’s highest-volume seller well into the 1990s. The Model U Plymouths of… more»
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Yard Find: Dirty 1997 Dodge Viper GTS
I have been passionate about classic cars for as long as I can remember. It was a passion ignited by my father as he parked a succession of wonderful cars in our garage. However, there are only a few… more»
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Parked For 40 Years! 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
Many people didn’t realize it then, but the First Generation Oldsmobile Toronado was one of the most important vehicles developed by any American manufacturer. It wasn’t its styling that set it apart, but its groundbreaking drivetrain configuration. The Toronado… more»
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Three On the Tree: 1977 Dodge B-100 Tradesman
So-called “shorty” vans will never stop being cool. They’re in a similar space as a short-bed pickup truck; no matter the make or model, if it has a short wheelbase, odds are pretty good we’re going to like it…. more»
