Oldsmobile joined the mid-size muscle car movement in 1964 with the 4-4-2 (later abbreviated to 442). While there are other theories, the 4-4-2 name is said to have been derived from the car’s 4-barrel carburetor, 4-speed manual transmission, and… more»
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81k Original Miles: 1989 Pontiac Firebird Formula
While it might not be perfect, this 1989 Pontiac Firebird Formula is a rust-free survivor with a genuine 81,000 miles on the clock. Lifting this classic from its current state to its stunning best would not be a difficult… more»
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Running Project: 1941 Chevrolet Master Deluxe
The Master Deluxe was the mid-level trim model Chevy offered in 1940-42, sandwiched between the Master and the Special Deluxe. They could be had for as little as $755 (which would equate to $13,500 today!). These autos would sell… more»
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Barn Find Collection: Thunderbirds and Lincolns
Estate sales often turn up some interesting finds. In this case, an open garage that doesn’t look like its been touched in years – except to store a minimum of five and as many as seven old Ford Thunderbirds… more»
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Greenwood Kit: 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
When it comes to the C4 Corvette, spending as little as possible and still getting a somewhat interesting example is the name of the game. There’s no real reason, in my opinion, to buy a basic, automatic transmission-equipped C4… more»
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No Reserve: 1965 Ford Mustang 289 Convertible
UPDATE 4/3/21 – This Mustang has been relisted here on eBay because of a non-paying bidder. It’s listed with no reserve and is getting a lot of action. How high will it go this time around? FROM 3/20/21 –… more»
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Good Buy? Lightning Rod Equipped 1983 Hurst/Olds
1983 marked the 15th anniversary of the Hurst/Olds partnership that began in 1968. The car was produced sporadically over nine model years and saw just 16,500 total copies. They are sought after today, including the 1983-84 editions with the… more»
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Petty Blue Project: 1972 Plymouth Barracuda 340
Here’s a good project for a Mopar fan! This Barracuda appears to be a worthwhile endeavor because it isn’t rusty and there’s a 340 under the hood. The blue and color combo also make it stand out from the… more»
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Owned Since ’87: 1974 Chevelle Laguna Type S-3
The Chevelle Laguna Type S-3 was the successor to the Chevelle Super Sport. It would debut in 1974, at about the time the muscle car market had petered off and gas prices were going up as a result of… more»
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2 for 1: 1965 Plymouth Sport Fury Convertibles
Wearing a full-size body once again, the Sport Fury for 1965 was designed to compete head on with the Chevy Impala Super Sport and the Ford Galaxie/XL. As such, it offered sportier trim on both the exterior and interior… more»
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340/4-Speed! 1968 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S
When was the last time you came across one of these? A ’68 Mustang or Camaro? Fuggetaboutit, they’re everywhere. But a Baracuda, a Formula S notchback no less? This is a find! This seldom-seen gem is located in Ray,… more»
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Price Reduced: 1954 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
This 1954 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup might cut a forlorn figure sitting in its current location, but it appears to be quite a deceptive classic. It is structurally sound, and the 6-cylinder motor that occupies the engine bay starts and… more»
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Stalled Project: 1962 Pontiac Grand Prix
The Grand Prix represented Pontiac’s gateway into the personal luxury segment, but one with some punch. It joined the Pontiac line-up in 1962 as a performance-oriented replacement for the Ventura. It was essentially a Catalina coupe with a limited… more»
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Grandpa’s Barn Find: 1930 Ford Model A Coupe
After a hugely successful run of the Model T, Ford launched the Model A in 1927 with great expectations. And the buying public responded favorably in terms of sales – until the Fall of 1929. Once the Great Depression… more»
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1961 Triumph TR3A Garage Find And More
The iconic little TR2/3/3A/3B line of sports cars reflects an earlier, simpler time in the world where “sports car” meant drafty side curtains, minimalist weather protection, wire wheels, and a love for wind in the hair and bugs in… more»
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No Reserve: 1970 Triumph GT6+ Project
As a Barn Finds reader, I’m guessing you are a little like me — you probably keep a tab on the going rate for classic cars you particularly like. In fact, I often play a game with myself where… more»
