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454/4-Speed: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette

  It seems that we will have times here at Barn Finds where a number of examples of a particular model will appear on our desks in a short period. That has been the case in recent weeks with… more»

One of 80 Made: 1983 Spartan II Neoclassic

The neo-classic movement was a tremendous force in the automotive marketplace at one time, leading to the creation of all sorts of shockingly expensive, assembly line-built monstrosities that the rich and famous seemingly flocked to. Nowadays, they aren’t worth… more»

Turbo Woody: 1985 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible

It’s hard to believe, but seemingly every day there’s yet another Chrysler LeBaron convertible, looking as resplendent as it did in 1985 with its wood-clad body and luxurious leather interior. People must really love these things, because the rate… more»

Cheap Turbo: 1993 Mercury Capri XR2 Convertible

The 1993 Mercury Capri XR2 Convertible is a car that has always intrigued me. It was a car that was designed and built by Ford Australia specifically for the American market. However, it made it onto Australian roads a… more»

64k Original Miles: 1966 Ford Mustang

It comes down to a matter of personal preference. When a person ventures out to buy a classic car that is ready to be driven and enjoyed, some buyers prefer to hand over their cash for a vehicle that… more»

Rare 225 Slant Six! 1968 Dodge Charger

When you think of the Dodge Charger, a sporty car with muscular prowess probably comes to mind, right? Well, not always. Seems that the folks at Dodge in the late 1960s thought that an inline-six with 3-on-the-tree in a… more»

502 Big-Block! 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible

Having owned a 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS convertible for many years, I always lock-up on any similar example that surfaces. I enjoyed my big-block powered car for years but this example has quite a few upgrades over my long-departed… more»

Cheap Exotic? 1990 Chrysler TC By Maserati

Here’s another in our Cheap Exotic series. It’s a shame that these cars weren’t ready for the market before the new LeBaron was, I think it could have made all the difference. As it was, people couldn’t see paying… more»

1-Of-5: 1967 Chevrolet COPO Corvette Convertible

We’ve seen some fantastic Corvettes come across our desks in recent times here at Barn Finds, but occasionally one will appear that is a cut above the rest. That is where this 1967 Corvette Convertible fits into the equation…. more»

No Reserve: 1962 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

One of the most important lessons that I’ve learned through decades of dealing with classic cars is the importance of doing some research on the vehicle that strikes the right chord with you. There are many factors to consider… more»

345 V8 4-Speed 1972 International Travelall 1110

For everyone who has complained about the Tesla Cybertruck having no design at all and just flat lines, yadda-yadda: we bring you this 1972 International Travelall 1110, the original straight-edge-designed vehicle. This decent-looking example can be found here on… more»

Ready To Tow: Ford C600 Wrecker

  For every classic and antique car we feature here on Barn Finds, there is at some point a tow truck involved – and in this case, it’s a heavy-duty Ford! It’s up for sale here on eBay in… more»

Golden Commando 361! 1962 Plymouth Sport Fury

As of late, we have found numerous ’62 Chevys here on Barn Finds, but a ’62 Plymouth? Not so often. Well if we’re going to review an early ’60s Plymouth, we may as well start at the top right?… more»

Hertz Rent-A-Racer: 1983 Hurst/Olds

To celebrate the 15th anniversary of the Hurst/Olds, Oldsmobile and Hurst rolled out a special edition for 1983, known today for their Hurst Lightning Rod floor shifters. These cars shared their bodies with the Cutlass Calais/Supreme, and came only… more»

Stately Elegance: 1939 Packard Model 1708 Limousine

At the searing height of the Great Depression, America’s wealthy class and its statesmen were driven in some very stately cars, particularly cars like this 1939 Packard Twelve, Seventeenth Series.  Governor and President Roosevelt were often found in the… more»

400 V8 Powered: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro looks like a pretty honest old classic. It’s battered and bruised, and the seller admits that there are some rust issues. However, when you look closely, it does show a lot of promise. What will… more»

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