Convertible

Update: Only One in the US? Renault Coupe Cabriolet

UPDATE – This unusual Renault has cropped up yet again, now marked down to $8000 and listed here on facebook Marketplace. T.J. spotted it for us; the car is still hanging around Colorado, now in Franktown. This Renault has… more»

Original Paint: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette Fuelie

When it comes to compiling a list of desirable American classics, the C1 and C2 Corvette Fuelies will typically feature strongly. The Fuelie option wasn’t cheap, but it provided buyers with the type of performance befitting a genuine sports… more»

Refreshed 302: 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible

For enthusiasts unable to undertake a project build, classics like this 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible deserve a close look. The seller has lavished plenty of attention on this iconic pony car. The list is long, including a repaint, a… more»

No Reserve: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible

The First Generation Mustang has become something of a staple at Barn Finds, and the condition of cars that we have featured over more than a decade has varied widely. This 1966 Convertible could best be described as a… more»

Seller Lost Interest: 1966 Chevrolet Impala

Chevrolet had a record sales year in 1965, selling more than a million full-size automobiles. So, it’s not surprising that demand would be off for the similar 1966 editions. Yet Chevy managed to crank out more than 47,000 Impala… more»

One-Family-Owned: 20K Mile 1989 Cadillac Allante

A perfect Texas setting for a perfect Texas car, this 1989 Cadillac Allante has been in the same family since new and has only traveled 20,336 miles over the last 36 years. Even more unusual, this one is reported… more»

No Reserve: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1962 Corvette has been part of a private collection since 1985, but recently emerged to find its way to a new home. It ticks many of the most crucial boxes for those seeking a classic, from its tidy… more»

All Original 1968 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible Project

Presentation is often a problem when a project is seen sitting on top of a trailer, looking like it may not have moved under its own power in years, and it’s easy for a potential buyer’s first instinct to… more»

Less Than 1,000 Left: 1980 Triumph TR8

The Triumph TR7 was a wedge-shaped sports car introduced in the mid-1970s. Powered by a 4-cylinder engine, it was joined in 1978 by the TR8, which essentially was the same car but with a V8 powerplant supplied by Rover… more»

Factory Everything: 1970 Ford Mustang Convertible

Let’s be frank; we cover 1970 Ford Mustangs out the yin-yang. I know this because I searched to see if this convertible specimen had been covered before here on BF. Nope, no coverage, but it seemed like every other… more»

Awaiting Restoration: 1917 Overland 85-6 Five-Passenger Touring

For a second time in less than two years, this graceful but unrestored 1917 Overland 85-6 touring car is looking for a new home. It surfaced here on Hemmings in January 2024, when it sold for $2500 after decades… more»

Package Deal: Pair of 1960s Ford Thunderbirds

Usually, when you find a pair of cars for sale as a package deal, they’re copies of the same vehicle. In this case, they’re both Ford Thunderbirds, but not from the same generation, which greatly limits borrowing from one… more»

Ultra Rare and Ultra Reasonable: 1936 Ford Club Cabriolet

While we lament the overall decline in values for prewar cars, there are a few bright spots.  Garages are opening up and some fascinating and rare automobiles are hitting the marketplace.  One of the most shocking is the emergence… more»

Original L76/4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Many people believe that the release of the C2 marked the moment when the Corvette came of age. It brought significant mechanical improvements over its predecessor, while the introduction of a big-block option in 1965 transformed an already potent… more»

Save The Date: 1969 Buick Skylark Custom Convertible

With the month of May comes the start of wedding season, and many of us are soon to discover that “Save the Date” cards are populating our assorted mailboxes. On the other hand, it’s rare to mark the calendar… more»

More Fun In The Sun: 1968 Ford XL Convertible

Last week, I penned this piece on a 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible and waxed on about how it was one of my favorite Fords. Well, here’s another from my hit parade, a ’68 Ford XL convertible. This one,… more»

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