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Major Restoration: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1964 Coupe demonstrates the ongoing popularity of Chevrolet’s C2 Corvette. It requires a restoration that will involve dismantling the car to the last nut and bolt, although it seems there are people willing to tackle this build. It… more»

Luxury Project: 1956 Continental Mark II

The Continental Mark II was an exercise in excellence by the Ford Motor Company with a stated aim of producing the world’s best luxury car. The company certainly left no stone unturned in its quest for perfection, but the… more»

Same Owner 21 Years: 1972 Pontiac LeMans Sport

The LeMans Sport was introduced in 1970, something of a cross between the standard LeMans and the muscular GTO. Perhaps that was to appease profit-oriented insurance companies who had become aware of what the GTO was (as a separate… more»

Worth Fixing? Cheap 1968 Mercury Cougar

Several competitors arrived in 1967 to battle the Ford Mustang in the new “pony car” market. One of them was the Mercury Cougar, a more upscale entry that gave FOMOCO a second player. The seller’s project or parts car… more»

Drive Or Restore? 1970 Plymouth GTX

The Plymouth Road Runner was a great choice for muscle car buyers on a tight budget, but for those who could afford to pay a little more, the GTX included a higher trim level as standard equipment.  More importantly,… more»

Parked in 1995: 1966 Dodge Charger

Hiding in this garage is a muscle car that will appeal to enthusiasts with a leaning towards Mopar products. This 1966 Dodge Charger spent decades in hiding, but the seller recently revived it and began the process of returning… more»

Needs a New Owner: 1979 Ford Fairmont Squire

Ford’s Fox platform: How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. Well, there’s the Mustang, everyone knows that; there’s the Granada, ok that’s forgettable; the Mercury Cougar, a sentimental favorite because I learned to drive in a… more»

Once A Barn Find: 1949 Willys Jeepster

You’ve got to give it to Willys for trying new things; after all, when you’re a smaller automaker trying to make it work by finding niches in the market, you have to find those niches. Well, for all Brooks… more»

Engine Swap? 1966 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback

It is common to find First Generation Mustangs that started life with a six under the hood that have received a V8 transplant. However, this 1966 2+2 Fastback might be an exception that has headed in the opposite direction…. more»

NASCAR Special: 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2

Over a decade has passed since I last hung up my helmet and called time on my racing exploits, but I remain as passionate about motorsport as I have ever been. That makes classics like this 1986 Pontiac Grand… more»

No Reserve Donation: 1978 Toyota Celica GT

Is there a car that is so durable you can afford to take a chance on buying one that is otherwise destined for the scrap heap if you don’t save it? The Toyota Celica may be such a car,… more»

Desiccated Survivor: 1950 MG TD

One constant theme you detect when reading about the many cars profiled on the pages of Barn Finds is that bargains are available if you are the least bit handy in your garage.  Most of the vehicles featured are… more»

Real Rat Rod: 1936 Ford Coupe

With so many vintage autos nowadays being restored to perfection, it’s no wonder the owners are afraid to drive them, with most of their travel being on top of trailers.  The owner of this 1936 Ford Coupe here on… more»

No Reserve 1959 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

Certain trends in automobile styling have a history of coming and going, with one unforgettable example popular in the fifties being tail fins.  These sculptures in the sheet metal usually started on the tops of quarter panels and extended… more»

Amphibious Project: 1966 Amphicar Model 770

The automotive world has produced its share of radical thinking, but very few manufacturers have tackled the challenge of producing amphibious cars. However, the Amphicar Model 770 stands out as one of the most successful efforts, with 3,878 vehicles… more»

Bargain Priced: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am

So what defines a bargain basement price? This 1978 Pontiac is located in Enid Oklahoma and has been stored since 1997. It is in rough shape but the seller is only asking $4,800. The paint is faded, it has… more»

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