I have been fortunate to have accumulated a wide range of classic motoring experiences, but one that remains on my Bucket List is to travel in a rumble seat. I am not as young and flexible as I once… more»
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The Model T’s Biggest Threat: 1917 Chevrolet 490 Touring
Rivalries in the automotive world never get stronger than the age-old battle between Ford and Chevrolet. From racing to the affections of their loyal owners, these two storied American brands have been locked in combat for over a century. … more»
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Family Collection of Cars For Sale
Selling off a family’s collection has to be both rewarding and slightly deflating, seeing cars go away that you’ll likely never be able to buy again. But if your dad or grandparents managed to put away a variety of… more»
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Cheap and Rusty: 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL
I’ve become a fan of older Mercedes-Benz products over the last few years, perhaps more than any of the other European marques I tend to be smitten by. The main reason for this is durability: despite the reputation of… more»
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A Classic Muscle Car? 1968 Pontiac LeMans
So claims the seller, who suggests that in the case of this 1968 Pontiac LeMans convertible “maybe there is a good home for it out there lol and someone who wants to own a classic muscle car.” So, is… more»
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One Family Owned: 1966 Pontiac Catalina Convertible
I’m happy to be non-denominational in my love of old cars. My collection includes at least one car from each of the Big Three, and I can honestly say that I’m not a Ford guy, a GM guy, or… more»
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Turbo Convertible: 1985 Chrysler LeBaron
It’s fascinating to me to see the vehicles people put away for a rainy day, or more accurately, never drove in the rain. When such vehicles were new, there was a moment when the first owner, and possibly the… more»
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Garage-Stored 19 Years: 1968 Chrysler Newport
Though the nameplate dated to the 1950s, the Newport was Chrysler’s “bread and butter” car throughout the 1960s. With a redesign in 1965 and a restyle in 1967, the Newport stayed the course in 1968. While Chrysler built more… more»
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Tri-Power Project: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible
The Bonneville was the top-of-the-line offering at Pontiac in 1964, back in the good old days when many automakers offered a cool convertible model in the lineup. The droptop was a fairly popular choice here, selling more than 20,000… more»
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Desirable Options: Unrestored 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
If this 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is all that the seller claims, it is a pretty special classic. They state that it is not only original and unrestored, but it sports a few very desirable factory options that increase… more»
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Runs and Drives: 1959 Sunbeam Rapier Convertible
Sunbeam was a long-lived British marque that was bought up by the Rootes Group in 1934 before eventually finding its way under the Chrysler Europe banner (of all things). They made cool little cars such as the Alpine, the… more»
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V8 Kit Car: 1962 Austin-Healey 3000 Sebring
Kit Cars are typically a hit-or-miss affair, with build quality a lucky dip, depending on the skills of the person bolting them together. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder T.J. for spotting one that… more»
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Big-Block Project: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
With Christmas done and dusted, many enthusiasts will turn their attention towards securing an appropriate project candidate to occupy their time in 2025. If your leanings are towards something from the General Motors back catalog, this 1969 Corvette Convertible… more»
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Luxury Drop-Top Survivor: 1984 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz
Parking a Convertible in their garage doesn’t necessarily mean that an enthusiast must forego the finer things in life. This 1984 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz is shining proof of that, perfectly combining luxury with a wind-in-the-hair motoring experience. I must… more»
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Stunning Drop Top: 1949 Plymouth Convertible
As a recovering car collector and a writer at Barn Finds, sometimes we feature a car that leads me toward temptation and debt. Mainly debt. Yet, if I won the lottery a few weeks in a row, it would… more»
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Early Example: 1964½ Ford Mustang Convertible
Ford officially unveiled the First Generation Mustang on April 17th, 1964 to almost universal acclaim. Motoring journalists and buyers were equally impressed by the stunning styling and the affordability of the entry-level variants. However, this Convertible is a genuine… more»
