The seller accepted this 1962 Buick Electra 225 Convertible as a trade-in on a recent sale, but isn’t in a position to treat it to the TLC it deserves. It is an exceptionally solid classic featuring what he believes… more»
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1 of 863: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
While the Plymouth Barracuda debuted 17 days ahead of the Ford Mustang, it was the latter that dominated the “pony car” market it was named for. The Barracuda was barely a sales factor through the end of the 1960s,… more»
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Low-Mile Beauty: 1971 Triumph Stag
The Triumph Stag isn’t my favourite Triumph-designed car at all, but it definitely has its legions of fans on both sides of the pond. The Stag occupies a unique place in British motoring history – a car that promised… more»
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Graduate Special: 1967 Alfa Romeo Duetto Spider 1600
I can picture this Duetto wafting along the B-roads of Oxfordshire countryside on a beautiful summer evening, bathed in late evening sunshine. Outside of that idyllic scenario though, these are perilous to own in the UK because we salt… more»
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No Reserve: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible
I doubt that it would happen today. Could you imagine a mainstream car rental firm offering people the opportunity to slip behind a potent vehicle like a Shelby GT-350? Specialist companies exist that cater to that need, but the… more»
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Same Owner for 50 Years: 1947 MG TC
A long-term ownership history is desirable when choosing a classic to park in your garage. That is the story behind this 1947 MG TC, with the current owner serving as its custodian for over fifty years. It has spent… more»
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4-Speed Sprint! 1964 Ford Falcon Convertible
Ford was working on a lot of excitement back in 1964. The April introduction of the Mustang was, of course, internationally newsworthy (even Ian Fleming’s blockbuster Goldfinger, filmed in ’64, featured the new pony car), and the lowly compact… more»
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No Reserve: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette
Are you feeling brave? You are? That’s good, because it might mean that you are up to the challenge of restoring this 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. Scrolling through the seller’s images confirms that this classic needs everything, and although… more»
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Weekend Project: 1965 Mercury Park Lane
On two occasions in the 1950s and 1960s, the Park Lane was positioned as the top trim level of Mercury’s full-size automobiles. The moniker was coined from the name of Henry Ford’s estate in Michigan (Fair Lane). The seller… more»
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Worthwhile Project? 1969 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 Convertible
By 1969, the Oldsmobile 442 was a shining star among muscle cars. Having begun as an options package on the Cutlass and F-85 back in 1964, it became its own separate model for 1968, a title which was held… more»
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5-Speed Upgrade: 1970 MG MGB
Regular readers will be aware of my affection for classic British sports cars, such as this 1970 MGB. They aren’t fast, with almost anything on a modern showroom floor capable of showing this British gem a clean set of… more»
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273/4-Speed: 1964 Dodge Dart GT Convertible
Some enthusiasts find the prospect of a full-blown restoration overwhelming, but they can be receptive to a classic that requires only minor tinkering. That perfectly sums up this 1964 Dodge Dart GT Convertible. It presents nicely, features the range-topping… more»
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Simply Stunning: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
I’m sure that most Barn Finds readers have a dream garage. That is to say, they have a classic or, if they are like me, a list of classics that they would park in their garage if space and… more»
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Parts Car Included: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible
It’s going to take some time, effort, and devotion to get this 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix ready to be back on the road again, along with a sizeable bank account. However, this one really needs to be saved, as… more»
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Restored, Then Parked in 1997: 1951 MG TD
I am rarely surprised by the classic world, but this 1951 MG TD represents one of those moments. A previous owner undertook a total restoration of this classic in the 1990s, before parking it in 1997. The seller was… more»
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Convertible Collaboration: 1989 Chrysler TC by Maserati
You know those lists of “worst cars ever made”? Deserving or not, the Chrysler TC by Maserati is a permanent resident on many. More Chrysler than Maserati, the car was the fruit of a relationship between Lee Iacocca and… more»
