When I first became interested in cars, the only “collector” cars were marques like Auburn and Delahaye and Duesenberg. Cars were either new, or old. We never said “vintage”. Then in the 1970s, along came auctions and the game… more»
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1 of 1,876: 1958 Edsel Pacer Convertible
The Edsel was a dark period for Ford in the late 1950s. Research told company executives there was a market for a product between the Ford and Lincoln/Mercury lines. Named after Henry Ford’s son, the Edsel was introduced in… more»
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Golden State Convertible: 1969 Mercury Marquis
Full-size domestic convertibles make regular appearances here on Barn Finds. And with good reason – they’re a throw-back to another time, one, that unfortunately, is lost to the ages. The good news is that, usually, these drop-tops were built… more»
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Redone Everything! 1964 Plymouth Valiant Convertible
What a wonderfully fine little car! It’s not a pretentious collectible, or a fawned-over muscle car, just a nice compact convertible in the form of a 1964 Plymouth Valiant. This is the type of old car that is too… more»
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75k Mile Droptop: 1967 Chrysler Newport Convertible
Chrysler began using the name Newport back in the early forties, which stuck around in some form or another all the way up until the first part of the eighties and was typically associated with lower-cost offerings. But in… more»
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428 Cobra Jet! Incredible 1969 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
When restoring a classic like this 1969 Mustang GT Convertible, there are several paths an owner can follow. The ready supply of reproduction parts means achieving a factory-fresh appearance is straightforward. However, the relative rarity of this beauty led… more»
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Fun To Be Had: 1968 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
Here’s an oft-told tale, the seller of this 1968 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible has decided to sell it as it’s only driven once a year. The seller states, “I wish I had more time to drive and enjoy. But… more»
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Survivor or Restored? 1959 Cadillac Convertible
The 1959 Cadillac marked the literal “height” of jet-age design for American automobiles. The rear fins were the tallest they would ever be and the dual bullet taillights are still considered by many to be the best of the… more»
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One-Owner Stalled Restoration: 1959 Buick LeSabre Convertible
Buick revamped its entire line-up in 1959, not only changing the design but also the names. The LeSabre was introduced as the entry-level full-size Buick, but there was nothing basic about it. Most noticeable about the cars from a… more»
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LT1 350 Project: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
The Chevrolet Corvette got its first major redesign in 1963 and would provide a needed boost in sales figures. The ’66 models were little changed as the Mako Shark-inspired C3 Corvette was only two years away. This edition of… more»
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Survivor 1937 BMW 327 Cabriolet Barn Find
Offered via Hemmings Motor News in Villa Park, Illinois is this barn find 1938 BMW 327 convertible, with an asking price (negotiable) of $79,500. Although the interior is a mess, the rest of the car looks largely intact. It… more»
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No Reserve: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
Some classics are a “what you see is what you get” proposition, and this 1959 Chevrolet Corvette fits that mold. It is a stalled project offering many possibilities. Returning it to a showroom state is possible, although other options… more»
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Fully Documented: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 Convertible
There are many things for potential buyers to consider when contemplating a classic purchase. Unless a restoration project is the goal, finding a rust-free vehicle is a prime consideration to minimize the chances that expensive repairs won’t be waiting… more»
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Remarkably Complete: 1968 Pontiac GTO Convertible
There’s nothing rare or unusual about a 1968 Pontiac GTO finished in Verdoro Green. Today’s find, a convertible, ups the rarity factor a bit, but with over 5,000 drop-top GTOs produced that year, it’s hardly in rarified air. But,… more»
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1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass 455 4-Speed Convertible
“You know how it goes” is the tagline that the seller of this 1968 Oldsmobile Cutlass convertible proclaims in its listing. Actually, no, I don’t know how it goes because it doesn’t look like it goes at all. It’s… more»
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Barn Find Ragtop: 1972 Buick Centurion
Buick redesigned its full-size cars in 1971 and replaced the Wildcat as the sportier version with the Centurion (perhaps a better name considering Buick’s audience?). It would only be used for three years and – during that time –… more»
