Next to the coveted fastback, the most desirable of the early Ford Mustangs has to be the convertible. Sure, this one has a six-cylinder engine rather than a 289 cubic inch V8, but if you’re looking to just cruise,… more»
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Needs Engine: 1969 Allis-Chalmers Terra Tiger 6×6
Beginning in 1860 as a company that made milling equipment for flour processing, the firm that would eventually be known as Allis-Chalmers grew into one of America’s largest makers of steam engines by 1900. Most of us know the… more»
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$2,500 Barn Find: 1989 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible
The XJS (XJ-S in its earlier years) was a “grand tourer” produced in England from 1975 to 1996. Three body styles were offered, including the convertible that you see here. Jaguar was acquired by Ford in 1991, but that… more»
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Same Family Since 1969! 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
“America’s Sports Car,” the Chevrolet Corvette, debuted in 1953. The first year saw only 300 copies produced, largely by hand assembly. Once the car reached its final home, production increased to 3,640 units in 1954. The seller’s car is… more»
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35-Year Garage Find: 1968 Buick Skylark
All General Motors A-body intermediates were redesigned in 1968. Of those cars, the Skylarks fielded by Buick were perhaps the most stylish (which makes sense as they were also the fanciest). Particularly in the outward V-shape, where the rear… more»
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Tin Woodie Project: 1951 Chevrolet Styleline
In the 1930s and 1940s, wood-bodied station wagons were all the rage. But a lot of hand labor and custom wood materials were needed, so they became too expensive to produce over time. 1948 was the last year of… more»
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No Reserve: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
As a passionate enthusiast, it breaks my heart to see a classic like this 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe reduced to this state. Fire is indiscriminate and will happily consume a boring daily driver or a desirable iconic… more»
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350/3-Speed: 1972 GMC k1500 4×4 Pickup
I am amazed at how tastes evolve. I once wouldn’t have given classic Pickups a second glance, but I now find them quite attractive. I’m unsure whether it is the versatility or the rugged dependability, but I often think… more»
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Parts Car Available: 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco 16V
One challenge with project builds can be locating replacements for components that are missing or have reached the end of their serviceable life. It appears there are no such problems with this 1985 Volkswagen Scirocco. The seller indicates that… more»
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Restoration Needed: Rare 1955 Packard Caribbean
The Caribbean was Packard’s top-of-the-line automobile and served as the company’s “halo car” from 1953 to 1956. Except for the last year, the Caribbean was only offered as a convertible. The 1955 models were heavily restyled and were perhaps… more»
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Stalled Project: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette + Frame
The long-awaited second-generation Chevy Corvette finally arrived in 1963. It was a new car that adopted the surname “Stingray.” Sales grew by 50% and would continue to increase in the coming years. The convertible continued to be popular, but… more»
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Frankie Avalon Ties: Stretched 1958 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
By age 85, many celebrities have dropped out of the public eye and lost some of the spark they once brought to the spotlight. However, Frankie Avalon seems to reinvent himself every few years and stay relevant. Whether it… more»
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Movie History: 1962 Citroën 2CV
One thing I have learned while writing for Barn Finds is that cars with a movie history attract differing views. Some readers view it as a positive trait, while others consider it to add nothing to a car’s potential… more»
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Parked in ’92: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
Choosing an appropriate project candidate can be challenging. There are many factors to consider, including the buyer’s budget and how hands-on they can be with their build. This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is an interesting alternative. The current owner parked… more»
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SS 396 Rally Sport: 1971 Chevrolet Camaro
Chevrolet redesigned the popular Camaro “pony car” in 1970, but it got off to a slow start. Production problems delayed the introduction until after the first of the year, and subsequent sales numbers fell below those of the first… more»
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Seldom Seen: 1967 Pontiac GP 428 Convertible
I’d call this 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix convertible a twofer. Firstly, it’s one of only 5,800 GP drop tops assembled in ’67 – the only year that body style was offered, and it’s got an optional, big, honking 428… more»
