Through most of the 1950s, the Special was Buick’s entry-level full-size automobile. The name was temporarily mothballed in 1959 only to return in 1961 as the GM division’s new “senior” compact (along with the Pontiac Tempest and Oldsmobile F85)…. more»
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Parked Since ’06: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
I’m sure that virtually every enthusiast dreams of the day when they open the door of a shed or barn to discover a desirable classic sitting in the darkness, awaiting the moment when someone releases it from captivity. Such… more»
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Collection Clean-Out: Saab 900 Projects
For a little while, I was a Saab man. With a Monte Carlo Yellow 900 Turbo convertible in my garage, I gained access to one of the most enthusiastic and helpful car communities out there, which was particularly impressive… more»
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1 of 1,800: 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz
If you departed a Cadillac dealer with a new Eldorado Biarritz convertible in 1957, you left more than $7,500 behind. That’s the equivalent of $85,000 today. It was a special car built in small numbers along with a hardtop… more»
BF Exclusive: 1929 Mercedes Gazelle Replica
UPDATE – The seller has sent over additional photos and a video! If you’ve ever admired the elegant styling of pre-war European roadsters but wanted something that’s easier to own and enjoy, this 1929 Mercedes Gazelle replica deserves a… more»
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Drivable Barn Find: 1966 Sunbeam Tiger V8
Most of the time, when we come across dilapidated Tigers, they also don’t run–but this one’s different! Someone, presumably the seller, has gone through enough of the mechanical components that the car is declared “ready to drive” and just… more»
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Compact Convertible: 1966 AMC Rambler American 440
When it was introduced in the late 1950s, the AMC Rambler American appealed mostly to buyers seeking economical, practical transportation in a compact package. However, by the time the third generation rolled around in 1964, many consumers were beginning… more»
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Fun In The Sun: 1992 Geo Metro LSi
Here’s a Suzuki in disguise, badged in the US by General Motors as the Geo Metro. It’s as small as it looks, about as long as your living room couch at 146″. Strictly a two-seater, it does have a… more»
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Drop-Top Driver: 1963 Plymouth Valiant
The Valiant was Plymouth’s entry into the compact car market in 1960. The similar Dodge Lancer followed the next year. Styling of the vehicles was a bit unorthodox (but in line with the rest of Chrysler at the time),… more»
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Take Your Pick: Four Classics For Sale
These are often the most interesting tips we get on Barn Finds – several cars that seemingly have nothing in common other than the seller may have collected too many of them. In this case, there are two Chevrolet… more»
BF Exclusive: 1999 Plymouth Prowler
Released in 1997, the Prowler was Plymouth’s “halo” model, designed to lure buyers into showrooms. As history shows, the Prowler badge outlived the Plymouth name, with production ending in 2002. This 1999 Prowler is a genuine survivor that presents… more»
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1 of 455: 1963 Ford Thunderbird Sports Roadster
1958 was a historic year for the Ford Thunderbird. A back seat was added, and the 4-seater personal luxury coupe (and convertible) segment was born. Ford would be in that lane all by itself for several years before the… more»
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Top-Shelf Comet: 1963 Mercury S-22 Convertible
Ford planned to attach the Edsel’s badge to its new Comet, but the company pulled the plug on that star-crossed division months before the new compact was due on the market. So the poor Comet arrived homeless, presenting buyers… more»
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Cheap Convertible: 1984 Pontiac 2000 Sunbird
In the 1970s, the Sunbird was a Pontiac subcompact that was a derivative of the Chevrolet Monza. The car was reinvented in 1982, with front-wheel drive and sideways-mounted engines, typical of the engineering of that era. In 1983, a… more»
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BF Auction: 1966 Austin Mini Moke
Originally developed for the British Defense Forces, the Austin Mini Moke enjoyed a long production history as affordable civilian transport. It brought together proven mechanical components from the Mini with a unique and robust body that offered enjoyable open-air… more»
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31K Original Miles: 1992 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Sigh. The C4 Corvette: will we ever give it the love it deserves? This 1992 convertible not only shows low miles but also sports an attractive color combo featuring Polo Green over tan leather. With just 31,000 miles on… more»
