Oh boy, this one’s going to get some knickers in a twist! Ford’s Baby Bird, ’55-’57, is as iconic a model as Dearborn ever produced. But what happens when one gets cross-pollinated by those boys from the RenCen? Wailing… more»
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Wrecked Drop-Top: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle
The 1969 model year was another banner one for Chevrolet and its Chevelle mid-size offering. More than a half-million of them were built in a variety of body styles. But only 8,443 convertibles came with Malibu badging and a… more»
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Open-Air Summer Fun! 1961 Rambler American
The Rambler American, built by American Motors, was one of the first compact cars marketed by a U.S. automaker. With roots in its Nash heritage, the American debuted in 1958, was quickly joined by the Studebaker Lark in 1959,… more»
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Parade Ready: 1953 Chevrolet BelAir Convertible
We all know the story of the ’55-’57 Chevy. We have covered them extensively here on BF and there’s probably not much else that can be said. But what about their ’53-’54 predecessors? They’re really not as newsworthy probably… more»
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Black-On-Black Black Bird: 1965 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
If you like your mid-60’s personal luxury cars black-on-black and with a black power convertible top as well, this could be the car for you. This “Unique in All the world” 1965 Ford Thunderbird Convertible is part of a… more»
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Stalled Rejuvenation: 1958 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible
The U.S. economy experienced a pull-back (recession) in 1958 and that affected most U.S. automobile manufacturers. Cadillac may have felt the bit a little more than others as their cheapest product was $4,600, quite the tidy sum in those… more»
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Cool Cruising Convertible: 1965 Dodge Coronet
Here’s one you won’t encounter every day, a 1965 Dodge Coronet 440 convertible. A hardtop or sedan? Sure! But a convertible? Not so much so. This example is said to be an “older restoration” but it certainly shows well… more»
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Using Original Henry Steel: 1933 Ford Roadster
One of the major bragging points for hot rod builders is to craft your masterpiece from an original prewar Ford. While antique Ford lovers are left aghast, “original Henry steel” cars always have a much higher sale price than… more»
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Long-Term Owners: 1957 Ford Thunderbird
UPDATE 07/06/2023: Few things are more frustrating for an owner than listing a classic for sale and falling foul of a non-paying buyer. That is the case with the owner of this 1957 Ford Thunderbird. The previous listing indicates… more»
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Price Negotiable: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible With 62k Original Miles
I don’t know anyone who isn’t attracted by a bargain, regardless of how big the purchase might be. That motivation might draw a few enthusiasts towards this 1963 Galaxie 500 Convertible like moths to a flame. The low-mileage survivor… more»
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Rust-Free Driver: 1962 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible
Sitting in this garage is a classic that seems to have a lot to offer its potential new owner. Bow-Tie enthusiasts will probably love this 1962 Impala SS Convertible. It is a rock-solid vehicle that can be enjoyed immediately…. more»
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No Reserve: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette
Flawless classics will always attract admiring glances and comments, and I respect any owner committed to preserving such vehicles. However, enthusiasts seeking a candidate to park in their garage face paying a premium for cars of that caliber, and… more»
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Rare Droptop: 1985 Toyota Celica GTS Convertible
Have you ever noticed there is a certain class, or segment, of cars that absolutely fit the criteria of being rare but don’t have the cache to demand top-dollar pricing? That’s the issue I always see with these aftermarket-converted… more»
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2008 Mini Cooper S JCW Convertible
Some names become inextricably linked to a particular badge as the reputations of the vehicles they touch grow in stature with each passing year. You only need to mention Carroll Shelby, and the thoughts of most enthusiasts will turn… more»
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Open to Offers: 1970 Ford Mustang Convertible
We have seen some tidy driver-grade Pony Cars recently at Barn Finds, but this 1970 Mustang Convertible stands out from the crowd. The seller has listed it for sale with No Reserve but states they will entertain reasonable offers… more»
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No Reserve: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS Convertible
Chevrolet had successfully established itself in the Pony Car market when this Camaro RS Convertible rolled off the line in 1968. Sales volumes weren’t approaching the legendary Mustang, but the gap was closing, with 235,147 Camaros finding homes that… more»
