While the early compacts launched by American Motors and Studebaker were rather ordinary, some of General Motors’ versions were not. For example, the Chevy Corvair used an air-cooled, rear-mounted engine, while the Oldsmobile F-85 had an aluminum, high compression… more»
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Original 440 Six-Pack: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T
While there are plenty of performance enthusiasts who will firmly focus their attention on any car with the mighty 426 Hemi under the hood, there are other alternatives for those who are looking for fast thrills. This 1970 Dodge… more»
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No Reserve: 1964 Triumph TR4
Classic British sports cars remain a firm favorite amongst people who want to tackle a hands-on restoration. It is easy to see why because their engineering and construction are generally relatively uncomplicated, meaning that most tasks can be tackled… more»
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Stored 35 Years: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
The now iconic Chevy Nomad had a three-year run in the mid-1950s. The 2-door Nomad differed from other station wagons of the day by having styling that was more reminiscent of a hardtop sedan than that of a regular… more»
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Parked in 1995: 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback
This 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback is an authentic barn find that the previous owner parked in 1995. It looks sad, but its condition would seem to be better than the photos suggest. It needs a new home and an… more»
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Clean California Classic! 1964 Buick Riviera
Many cars profiled here suffer pitiful neglect, rotting away for decades as their value and hopes of hitting the road again fade. This Buick tells a far more promising story! The 1964 Buick Riviera near Rancho Palos Verdes, California… more»
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No Reserve: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS 396
When the Ford Mustang broke cover, it created a new segment referred to as pony cars. Other manufacturers joined the fray, including Chevrolet with the Camaro. This 1969 Camaro SS is a stereotypical pony car, but I have often… more»
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Cheap Project? 1966 Ford Bronco
Some classic vehicles can pose a nightmare to own or restore because various parts are made from that rare material called “unobtainium.” However, there are others where the parts supply is so comprehensive that you could perform a full… more»
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Drop Top Project: 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible
Coming off a hugely successful first couple of years, the Ford Mustang got a mild restyle for 1967. And sales continued to be strong, but off a bit as new competitors were getting in on the pony car act…. more»
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Hay Barn Find: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback
After more than 10-years spent in a hay barn, this 1967 Mustang Fastback has emerged and been coaxed back to life. It doesn’t seem that it has suffered unduly from the experience, and returning it to active duty shouldn’t… more»
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Rolling Project: 1971 Plymouth Road Runner
Chrysler’s intermediates were redesigned for 1971, including the Road Runner and its upscale cousin, the GTX. The bodywork now had a more rounded “fuselage” look along the lines of other Chrysler styling trends of the day, which included a… more»
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No Reserve: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS
This 1967 Camaro RS/SS is an intriguing car. It was parked in 1983 after some minor cosmetic damage, and it has only just seen the light of day. It has belonged to the same family since new, and it… more»
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No Reserve 1962 Rambler Ambassador Cross Country
If you’re looking for a quick project, this 1962 Rambler Ambassador 400 Cross Country wagon isn’t it. Unless you have a tv reality show, those guys can nut-and-bolt restore a car in this condition in three days, all while… more»
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True Barn Find: 1965 Buick Skylark Gran Sport
After seeing the success that Pontiac had with the GTO the year before, Buick decided to produce a muscle car of their own. They added the Gran Sport (or GS) option to the intermediate Skylark for 1965, which was… more»
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French Connection: Peugeot 505 Collection
Among the makes and models of cars I’ve never owned, there is a glaring hole in the section devoted to French vehicles. I’m not sure why, but circumstances have never aligned wherein I’ve had the chance to buy one… more»
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Very Original! 1951 MG TD
MGs get regular coverage here on Barn Finds and the TD has made an appearance as recently as last week. Many of the TDs that we have featured have been in either very nice original or excellently restored condition…. more»
