Many enthusiasts find the prospect of storing their classic for the winter months difficult and are typically waiting with bated breath for summer to arrive so that they can hit the road. This 1950 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible is… more»
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One-Owner Car Boat: 1967 Amphicar 770
The Amphicar was an odd duck (if you’ll pardon the pun), being part car and part boat. It was designed as an amphibious vehicle capable of 70 mph on land and 7 knots in the water. Production ran in… more»
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Drop-Top Project: 1967 Oldsmobile Delmont 88
The Delmont was one of several variants of the full-size 88 that was part of the Oldsmobile lineup for 50 years. However, the Delmont 88 was only offered in 1967 and 1968, and the seller has a rare convertible… more»
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Topless Time Capsule: 1978 VW Super Beetle Convertible
If you’ve been waiting for a clean project car with classic charm and a solid foundation, this 1978 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible might be it. According to the seller, this final-year Super Beetle is a rare rust-free example with… more»
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V8 Powered Roadster: 1980 Triumph TR8
The Triumph TR8 – also known as the “English Corvette” – is one of the more under-the-radar classics that seemingly is a poor man’s Sunbeam Tiger. Clearly embracing the mindset of sticking a big engine in a tiny chassis,… more»
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Droptop Driver: 1962 Studebaker Lark Regal Convertible
It’s a good problem to have, but there are simply too many cars in the world that I like. In idle conversation with my lovely bride, I’ve often floated the idea of keeping one car “in rotation,” or in… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1958 Edsel Pacer Convertible
I think it’s safe to say that the Edsel has gotten its revenge for all those years of jokes; after all, I can guarantee that at least a handful of Barn Finds readers are calculating costs and planning garage sales… more»
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Perfect First Car? 1991 Geo Metro Convertible
Behold, the lowly econo-box, glorified by no one but both necessary and useful in a cheap kind of way. Collector car? Not hardly. Fan club? Yes, just like lawn mower racing and extreme ironing. Here on craigslist is your… more»
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2 for 1 Projects: Pair of Chevrolet Nova Drop-Tops
When Chevrolet introduced the Chevy II/Nova in 1962, it was everything the Corvair wasn’t. It was a conventional compact with the water-cooled engine sitting up front. It was more like the Ford Falcon, and the two vehicles would dominate… more»
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Wild Custom: 1963 Chevy Bel Air–Based Roadster Project
Now here’s a project with personality! This 1963 Chevrolet began life as a four-door Bel Air but has since been converted into a custom two-door “Impala-style” roadster. Located in the northwest suburbs of Illinois and listed here on craigslist,… more»
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In Progress Roadster: 1969 Datsun Fairlady 1600
The Datsun Fairlady roadster is often overlooked in classic open-top classes, with the British makes seemingly dominating the category. This is a shame, as the cute-as-a-button Datsun is a compelling choice both as a classic cruiser or a hot-rod… more»
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390 Tri-Power: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
The wheels are the first hint that this 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner Convertible might be more than a pretty face. Thankfully, they don’t flatter to deceive, because this beauty’s mechanical specifications are pretty special. The original motor has… more»
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Rare 3-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Rarity claims must often be taken with a grain of salt, especially when they relate to some obscure option. However, when they revolve around a major drivetrain component, they are typically more credible. This 1968 Corvette Convertible is a… more»
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1275-Swapped 1960 Morris Minor Convertible
My parents took my wife and I on a tour of southern England back in 2009, and one of the big takeaways from the journey is that I am a sucker for Morris Minors. You don’t see them every… more»
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Parked in ’90: 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass S Convertible
I am always encouraged to find a non-muscle car version of a muscle car. We cover Oldsmobile 442s out the wazoo, but let’s face it, the Cutlass/F85 far outsold its more muscular sibling and are the cars that everyday… more»
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Stored 35 Years: 1966 Ford Mustang Ragtop
The 1966 Ford Mustang has a place in my heart because I had one during my high school and college years. Mine was a coupe, but it had the same 200 cubic-inch 6-banger this one has, and it was… more»
