With production of 300,000 units in 1969, the Ford Mustang was still the market leader among “pony cars”. But that was half of the record year that was 1966. Nearly 15,000 Mustangs built in 1969 were convertibles, and the… more»
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Recent Big Spend: 1963 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
One lesson I have learned is that project builds can sometimes develop a life of their own. Costs can quickly spiral out of control, and you only begin to realize this when you tally up the invoices. Such is… more»
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Open-Top Cruiser: 1969 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
Big, open-top Chevrolets from the late ’60s have a way of drawing attention, and this 1969 Chevrolet Impala Convertible listed on eBay fits right into that category. Located in Georgia and showing 88,375 miles, it’s being offered as what… more»
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Droptop Mopar Project: 1963 Plymouth Fury Convertible
A quick first glance at this 1963 Plymouth Fury from the right front seems to show a Mopar with potential for a rewarding restoration, and if you’ve got strong sheet metal repair skills, it’s probably worth considering taking on… more»
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Long-Term Owner: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
This 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible has been part of the same family for twenty-five years. We’ve seen classics at Barn Finds with longer ownership histories, but over two decades in the same hands suggests it is a treasured and… more»
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2006 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible With 4,200 Original Miles
Listing errors aren’t uncommon, but the owner of this 2006 Chevrolet Corvette makes a pretty fundamental one. Their heading describes the car as a Coupe, but the text and photos confirm it is a Convertible. However, leaving that mistake… more»
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Bought in ’78! 1964 Pontiac GTO Convertible
When Pontiac executives rolled out the mid-size GTO in 1964, they expected to sell 5,000 copies. Well, more than 32,000 orders were taken, and production would top out at 97,000 units in 1966. To say they had a hit… more»
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Almost Finished: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
“America’s Sports Car”, the Chevy Corvette, struggled to find its way in the beginning, but you have to credit the company for sticking with it. Production numbers were 300, 3,640, and 700 units for model years 1953, 1954, and… more»
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SS 396 Tribute: 1966 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
We’re often advised to read the fine print before signing on the dotted line. The same is true when purchasing a classic. This 1966 Chevrolet Impala Convertible perfectly demonstrates the importance of that approach. It is a numbers-matching vehicle… more»
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Cheap Drop-Top: 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Convertible
Some classics can serve successfully in multiple roles. Such is the case with this 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Convertible. It presents quite nicely and is an affordable option for those seeking a wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. It could also serve… more»
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Stored 30 Years: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
The phenomenon that later became known as the Tri-Five craze wrapped up near the end of 1957, but not before producing three years of memorable Chevys, all of which remain sought-after commodities in collector circles to this day. The… more»
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Rock-Solid Driver: 1962 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
It is a harsh reality that many unrestored 1960s classics fall victim to rust. Owners face a high cost to eliminate such issues, but this 1962 Pontiac Catalina Convertible has no such problems. It is rock-solid, presenting well as… more»
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Numbers-Matching Droptop: 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible
Though this 1971 Dodge Challenger seems like excellent project material, it’s also one of those cars that I’d hate to be the next owner of, simply because this is one of those E-Bodies that trying to decide what to… more»
60k Original Miles: 1974 Triumph TR6
I have always considered the TR6 as the most attractive of Triumph’s “TR” range of sports cars. The company scored a home run with the styling, perfectly combining aggression and elegance. This 1974 example is an absolute gem, ideal… more»
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Rough Ragtop: 1968 Oldsmobile 4-4-2
The 1964 model year was a big one for General Motors. Four mid-size muscle cars would be born, including the 4-4-2 over at Oldsmobile, a performance extension of the Cutlass. In 1968, the 4-4-2 became a separate series as… more»
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No Reserve 454: 1971 Chevrolet Convertible
Occasionally, time catches up with enthusiasts, and advancing years mean they are no longer able to enjoy their beloved classic. Such is the case with this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. It has spent a few years in storage, but… more»
