When first checking out this 1956 Ford Thunderbird, my initial thought was it’s probably worth saving but would likely be a major ordeal and time-consuming task to get this one back on the road. While the car’s indeed going… more»
Convertible
Feb 8, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Rebuilt 400 V8 With Mods: 1967 Pontiac Catalina
The Catalina was part of the Pontiac line-up for 30 years. For much of that time, it served as the gateway car into the full-size portfolio, like the luxurious Bonneville. This 1967 Catalina is a convertible that’s been idle… more»
Feb 6, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Covered 15 Years: 1969 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
In full-size automobile competition in the 1960s, Chevrolet usually outsold Ford. But when it came to convertibles in 1969, they were evenly matched. Ford delivered 14,312 Galaxie 500 and 500XL drop-tops while Chevy sold 14,415 Impalas (there was no… more»
Feb 6, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
454/4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The 1970 model year probably marked the moment when the C3 Corvette was at the height of its power. Performance figures remained impressive, with pending emission regulation changes a mere blip on the radar. The badge remained true to… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1-of-1: 1978 Porsche 930 Turbo Targa
Claiming unique status for any classic car is a bold move. However, possessing supporting evidence transforms a bold claim into an indisputable fact. Such is the case with this 1978 Porsche 930 Turbo. It has a colored history, but… more»
Feb 5, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
No Rust, Just Dirty: 1972 VW Beetle Convertible
“No rust, just dirty…very solid!” That’s how the seller describes this 1972 Volkswagen Super Beetle Convertible. I’d like to know the story behind this Bug and why it has been sitting and accumulated all of that dust for so… more»
Feb 4, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Barn Find Fifties Custom: 1940 Ford Convertible
The Grand National Roadster Show is this weekend in Pomona, California. This amazing exhibition of around 500 hot rods and custom vehicles has been wowing fans of beautiful automobiles since 1950 in the heart of West Coast hot rod… more»
Feb 3, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
No Reserve: 1989 Chrysler TC by Maserati
When the subject turns to automotive failures, many people focus on the train wreck that was the Edsel experiment. It probably stands as one of the worst miscalculations by a manufacturer. However, the 1989 Chrysler TC by Maserati deserves… more»
Feb 3, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
57k Original Miles: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible Time Capsule
While there are exceptions to every rule, enthusiasts searching for a classic to park in their garage typically fall into three broad categories. Some prefer a well-restored vehicle that is a turnkey proposition, and others yearn for a project… more»
Feb 3, 2024 • For Sale • 42 Comments
Slant Six Project: 1970 Dodge Challenger Convertible
With the fine selection of V8 engines available for the 1970 Dodge Challenger, it’s easy to forget that the entry-level powerplant was a Slant 6 of the 225 cubic inch variety, making 145 horsepower with a one-barrel carburetor. Oddly,… more»
Feb 3, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
No Reserve 1966 Chevelle Convertible Project
One of the saddest reasons for parting with a project is when an enthusiast faces a physical condition that prevents him from seeing their dream through to completion, and unfortunately, that’s what has happened with the owner of this… more»
Feb 2, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Barn Find “Thing”: 1974 Volkswagen Type 181
Who remembers the VW Thing, a 4-door Jeep-like vehicle that was sold in the U.S. for only a couple of years? Inspired by similar military equipment and using existing VW parts and components, the VW Thing has developed something… more»
Feb 1, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Land or Water Use: 1967 Amphicar 770
The Amphicar 770 was either a car that could also serve as a boat or a boat that could also perform as an automobile. With its unique design, it could travel up to seven knots on water and 70… more»
Jan 31, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Update: 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Convertible With 58k Original Miles
UPDATE 01/31/2024: I always respect the opinions and views of Barn Finds readers, and it seems that many may have hit the nail on the head with their feedback about this beautiful 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme Convertible. There was… more»
Jan 31, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Barn Find Project: 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible
Convertible offerings are no stranger to the Oldsmobile Cutlass lineup, and although they took an extensive hiatus at the end of the third generation run in 1972 the ragtop reappeared on the W-Body, lasting until 1995 and fondly remembered… more»
Jan 30, 2024 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Estate Sale: 1960 Plymouth Fury Convertible
In the mid-1950s over at Chrysler, Virgil Exner initiated a new direction for automotive styling with his “Forward Look”. Bristling with jet-age features both in and out, the Forward Look influenced design for years to come. Here on eBay… more»
