Whipping the drivetrain of a classic project build into shape can be an expensive undertaking. Parts and labor can consume mega-dollars, and if the owner’s budget is limited, it can mean that other aspects can be delayed until the… more»
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Corn Crib Find: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
From its introduction in 1964, the mid-size Chevelle was a big seller for Chevrolet, and 1971 was no exception. The upper-level Malibu outsold the rest of the series and the Sport Coupe alone accounted for more than a third… more»
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Stalled Stingray: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
I’m guessing more Barn Finds readers have been there than not. You spot a car you like, one you really like, and envision how great the finished product is going to be. It needs restoration, but you buy it… more»
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Mini Competitor? 1963 Sunbeam Imp Mark I
Between a Mini and this 1963 Sunbeam Imp Mark I, there’s no question which one I’d want. This one, no really! I like my vehicles on the quirky side whenever possible and a rear-engine rear-drive car with the name… more»
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1969 Datsun 2000 Barn Find
This 1969 Datsun 2000 Roadster is a mixed bag: it looks to be a very nicely preserved barn find that hadn’t run in some time but managed to survive relatively unscathed. There’s no significant rot to speak of and… more»
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2-For-1 Deal: 1970 & 1971 Volkswagen Beetles
When the original Volkswagen Beetle appeared on the North American market in 1949, it had no right to be a sales success. Let’s face it, the car was small, its engine was at the wrong end, and not to… more»
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Garage Project: 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Pontiac celebrated its Golden Anniversary in 1976, and after 50 years of making cars, this GM division was still going strong at this time. By 1976 the Firebird had already been in production for nine years, with another 26… more»
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Update: Not A Lotus, A Dutton!
UPDATE 9/17/21 from Jamie Palmer: This car has been listed again, this time here on craigslist in Baltimore, Maryland for an asking price of $3,500 and spotted by our frequent finder Chuck F. At one point in time I… more»
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Original Microcar: 1957 BMW Isetta
BMW might be known now for performance and luxury, but one of their more iconic cars was the Isetta, made from 1955 to 1962. It was actually a pretty popular car, with over 160,000 produced. This 1957 model year… more»
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Airplane Hangar Find! 1960 Chevrolet Impala
When Chevrolet’s car line was redesigned for 1959, the Impala became the premium series. For its 1958 debut, the Impala was the top trim version of the Bel Air and only available as a hardtop or convertible. Fins were… more»
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Ultra Rare 1953 Aston Martin DB2 Garage Find!
The ad says this is a “garage find,” which is presumably one step up from a barn find. It’s certainly a classy car, a 1953 Aston Martin DB2 with left-hand drive and matching numbers. It’s one of only 411… more»
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Ferrari Tribute: 250 GTO Custom Replica
This custom tribute car is designed to mimic the classic (and enormously valuable) Ferrari 250 GTO. As one of the more desirable Ferrari models, it’s no surprise they evolved into kit car status, often based on a Datsun 240Z/260z… more»
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Micro-Truck: 1970 Daihatsu HiJet
The Daihatsu Hijet is a cab-over microvan/pickup that has been in production in Japan since 1960. The name, when transliterated, is very similar to “Midget”. The brand was not well known in the U.S. until the late 1980s and… more»
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Double the Fun: A Pair of Triumph TR3As
Owning a classic roadster is something to which many aspire, but to have two on hand means one has graduated from enthusiast to collector. If ever you wanted to become a member of this particular club in one fell… more»
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Garage Find: 1969 Morgan 4/4 1600
There are few British automotive marques with more history than the Morgan Motor Company, and for many their offerings represent the pinnacle of tradition and craftsmanship. This 1969 Morgan 4/4 is located in Los Angeles, California, and is listed… more»
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454/4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454
When Chevrolet shoehorned a big-block V8 under the hood of the Chevelle in 1965, they created one of the world’s great muscle cars. When they upped the ante with the 454 in 1970, that only served to reinforce this… more»
