By the 1970s, the U.S. Army was looking to replace its aging fleet of Jeeps and Dodge trucks, many of which went dated back to 1950. Chevrolet stepped up with a proposed 1 ¼-ton replacement and built between 30-36… more»
Project Cars
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Rare Drophead: 1953 Daimler DB19 18 Special Sports
The 1953 Daimler DB18 Special Sports Drophead Coupe is a car with a split personality. It possesses all of the attributes of a classic British sports car, but the overall package and trim are in keeping with the luxury… more»
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All New Floors! 1969 Mercury Cyclone “Spoiler”
When I spied this 1969 Mercury Cyclone “Spoiler”, I did a double-take as I thought it was the one that I covered back in March, but it’s not, it’s a completely different car. This example has had a significant… more»
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312 Dual Quad: 1957 Ford Thunderbird
Restoration projects can stall for various reasons, and the time they sit will depend on the owner’s circumstances. The restoration of this 1957 Thunderbird was halted early as the owner spent so much time helping others with their projects…. more»
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Bugeye Beauty: 1960 Austin-Healey Sprite
“So you see, that was where the trouble began. That smile. That damned smile.” This 1960 Austin-Healey Sprite is located in Sequim, Washington, and listed here on Facebook Marketplace for $7,500.
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383/4-Speed: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
Can you ever have too much of a good thing? If the object in question is engine power, the answer should be a resounding “no!” This mild-mannered 1956 Bel Air project car should offer most enthusiasts performance that will… more»
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Grande or Chalet? 1976 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet
This project truck is a desirable “Chalet” conversion offered on four-wheel-drive Chevrolet and GMC vehicles. The seller refers to his as both a Chevrolet and a GMC in the listing, which triggered different names based on the badge: the… more»
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Driving Project: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro LT/RS
The 1973 model year would mark the beginning of one era and the end of another for the Second Generation Camaro. On the one hand, buyers seeking a touch of luxury and refinement could choose the new Camaro LT… more»
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Possible Package Deal: 1966 Chevrolet Bel Air
If you’re like me, you will find package deals pretty hard to resist. That is potentially what is on offer with this 1966 Chevrolet Bel Air. It is a project that is nearing completion, and it will be left… more»
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Worth Fixing? 2002 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
Fifth-generation Chevy Corvettes were built between 1997-2004. This included the high-performance version, the Z06, which was introduced in 2001. This second-year Z06 with its LS6 engine was rated at 405 hp, so it had few peers when it came… more»
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Original As It Gets: 1968 Chevrolet Impala Custom
Well, well, what do we have here? It’s essentially a 1968 Toyota Camry/Honda Accord. Not really, of course, it’s one of 711K Chevrolet Impalas sold that year but it was the Camry/Accord of its day. And this example appears… more»
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Driving Project: 1971 Datsun 240Z
It’s funny how we can go for months here at Barn Finds without seeing a particular model classic, but then a couple will arrive on our desks in rapid succession. Such is the case with the Datsun 240Z. I… more»
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Original 302: 1970 Ford Bronco
Even though they weren’t the sales success that Ford had hoped for, it seems that there are plenty of First Generation Broncos emerging from barns and sheds as prime candidates for restoration. This 1970 model is a prime example… more»
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Body Swap Candidate? 1969 Dodge Charger R/T
Some old cars, regardless of condition, will sell themselves with all alacrity. Others require more promotion and schmoozing to generate interest. A 1969 Dodge Charger places itself firmly in the former category. I don’t know when everything went ga-ga… more»
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Dusty 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula 4-Speed
This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula is said to have been sitting for a long time. It is listed as a Trans Am but it is actually a Formula. Pontiac offered several models of the Firebird including the Esprit, Formula… more»
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No Reserve: 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda
It must be frustrating to have a sale fall through due to circumstances beyond your control, but that is what happened to the owner of this 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda. Therefore, he’s taking a second shot at finding a home… more»
