A fortunate few people will one day open a barn door to be confronted by a forgotten and desirable classic car. Fewer still will hit the jackpot by unearthing more than one car in that barn. Imagine the surprise… more»
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20 Classic Cars – Variety of Makes and Models
Here’s another of those situations where a seller has a variety of cars to sell, in this case, the oldest one is from 1927, and the newest is 2000. You pick the make and there’s a chance it’s in… more»
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Taking a Vow of Poverty: British Car Collection For Sale
We have all heard that those who wish to enter certain religious orders must first take a vow of poverty in order to show their dedication. That commitment obviously separates out those who are not truly serious about their… more»
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Huge Stash of Rare Dorettis and Triumphs Found!
In the annals of orphan British cars, Tom Householder stands out as a champion for one of the more obscure makes, the Swallow Doretti. Householder was involved in the founding of the Triumph Register and still owns a large… more»
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Pint-Sized Collection: Six (6) Micro Cars
A micro car (also microcar) is said to be the smallest of all sizes of an automobile, with three or four wheels and likely an engine smaller than 43 cubic inches (700cc). And sometimes they’re afforded separate regulations pertaining… more»
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Continuing A Legacy? 1975 Oldsmobile 442
Oh, what a year was 1975! If you were a domestic auto enthusiast, it was a lousy one! No more Plymouth Barracuda, Dodge Challenger, Camaro Z28, Pontiac GTO or SD-455 anything, AMC Javelin, or Buick GS – what a… more»
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Package Deal: Trio of 1970s Z Cars
Nissan followed up with the successful Datsun Fairlady roadster (or Sports in the USA) with the Fairlady Z, a small enclosed coupe that won the hearts of Western buyers. Better known in the States as the 240Z, 260Z, and… more»
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Pair of Projects: 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
Most folks think of the Ford Mustang as the first “pony car,” but the Plymouth Barracuda beat it to market by 17 days in 1964. The second generation of the small Mopar was winding down in 1969, while its… more»
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Hot Rod Material? 1940s Willys, 1947 Panel Truck, 1951 Ford F-1
Here’s an interesting post, here on craigslist: two Willys – a 1940 and a 1941; one 1947 panel truck; and a 1951 Ford F-1 pickup looking for new homes. This is about as terse an ad as I’ve ever… more»
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Stash of Mopar’s and More in Northern Georgia
Along US-129 just south of Cleveland, Georgia lies some acreage and at least one building that contains mostly Chrysler products from the 1960s and 1970s. Their condition varies greatly from car to car and the seller says they’re all… more»
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Stash of Sting-Rays! Collection of Schwinn Krates
To a lot of 12-year-olds in the 1960s and 1970s, the Schwinn Sting-Ray was the coolest thing since sliced bread. With its banana seat and hi-rise handlebars, when you were riding your Sting-Ray bicycle you were King (or Queen)… more»
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Ford Heavy Estate Sale November 30 In Northern Virginia
It seems that old cars are like mice. If you see one, chances are there are more around the corner. For some collectors, one car quickly becomes two. A new opportunity presents itself just when you were getting bored… more»
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Former Race Car: 1953 Studebaker Commander
Studebaker introduced a new 2-door body style in 1953. Dubbed the “Loewy coupes” after designer Raymond Loewy, they would serve the company for the next 11 years in one form or another, perhaps the most beautiful cars that Studebaker… more»
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A Trio of Projects: 1956 Oldsmobile 98s
The seller’s father no doubt had an affinity for the 1956 Oldsmobile 98 (also Ninety-Eight). He managed to collect at least three of them, two of which are convertibles. He opted to restore one (though unfinished) while the other… more»
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Massive Firehouse Find!
Every red-blooded enthusiast dreams of the moment when they open the door of a barn or shed to find a classic staring at them. Finding two cars would be better, and the excitement would grow if the figure went… more»
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Take Your Pick! California Cache of Cars
Most cars in a collection have something in common. Makes, models, production years, and body styles are just some of the things that collector cars may share. But in this case, the eight vehicles offered here on craigslist seem… more»
