The Metropolitan was a British-built car destined largely for consumption in the U.S. It was commissioned by Nash Motors before their merger with Hudson in 1954. Nearly 95,000 copies were built over the years, with production ending in 1960…. more»
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Super Duty Tribute: 1963 Pontiac Catalina
Long before the GTO cemented Pontiac’s reputation as a performance powerhouse, there was the Super Duty Program. Beginning in 1959, it allowed private racing teams to purchase lightweight body panels and high-performance mechanical components for use in drag racing…. more»
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Same Owner 50 Years: 1960 Chevrolet Biscayne
From the late 1950s through 1972, the Biscayne served as Chevrolet’s entry-level full-size automobile. If you were looking for roomy, budget-minded transportation, this 1960 Biscayne was the ticket. It’s a basic 2-door sedan that its owner of 50 years… more»
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Cheap V8: 1973 Ford Maverick
The problem with project builds is that they sometimes take on a life of their own. The stack of invoices grows taller as costs spiral out of control. However, this 1973 Ford Maverick could be worth a close look…. more»
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Former Airline Shuttle: 1972 Checker Aerobus
Checker Motors was well known for its presence in the fleet car business, especially in taxicabs. Back in the day, you couldn’t visit a major metropolitan area without finding several yellow Checker cabs running around. One of Checker’s custom… more»
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4-Door Drop-Top! 1958 Plymouth Belvedere
The 1958 model year was perhaps the pinnacle of Chrysler’s “Forward Look” movement. The cars maintained their futuristic look, which started in 1957, but now with four headlights. The Belvedere was Plymouth’s biggest seller, a notch behind the Fury,… more»
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Convertible Convert: 1978 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Like the rest of General Motors’ mid-size cars, the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme was downsized in 1978 for better fuel economy. But a convertible had not been in the Cutlass family since 1972. This 1978 edition looks like a DIY… more»
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Crazy Custom: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette
Most cars receiving the custom treatment accumulate a few months or years of active service before that process occurs. However, this 1974 Chevrolet Corvette breaks that mold. Its original owner commenced their build the day it rolled off the… more»
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Studemino Project: 1981 Chevrolet El Camino
This is the third time we’ve seen a Studemino here on Barn Finds. A Studemino is/was a 1978 to 1987 Chevrolet El Camino with the bullet nose of a 1950-51 Studebaker grated on to it. The obvious question is… more»
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Blazerossa? 1985 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
Attempting to copy a design or an elegant look is often said to be a form of flattery, but it usually works best when the basic idea is executed from something that already bears a resemblance or similarity to… more»
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No Reserve Custom: 1960 Ford Fairlane
The 1960 Ford lineup represented a major styling shift, with longer, lower bodies and a look that bridged the flamboyant 1950s and the cleaner designs that would define the early 1960s. The new look made these cars popular with… more»
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Turbocharged Tribute: 1977 Pinto Pangra
UPDATE – Firemedic2714 just let us know that the seller has reduced their asking price on this oddball Pinto! There wasn’t a lot special about the 1971 to 1980 Ford Pinto – until Huntington Ford in Arcadia, California, created… more»
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Can It Be Saved? 1965 Cadillac Fleetwood Custom
Do any of you have what it takes to drive this car? If so, you’d be guaranteed to have a crowd around it every time you stopped for gas, which would be often. This custom 1965 Cadillac Fleetwood is… more»
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V8 Powered! 1971 Austin Mini 850 Custom
The secret to the original Mini’s success was its exceptional packaging efficiency. With an extremely low curb weight, the company squeezed surprising performance from its 850cc motor. The Cooper S was a giant-killer, but this 1971 Mini 850 Custom… more»
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Rare Replicar: 1966 Cord 8/10 Mini-Me
The Cord 810 and 812 were revolutionary front-wheel-drive cars that were produced for a brief time in the 1930s. The 810 model saw fewer than 1,800 copies before the Auburn-Cord-Duesenberg Co. ran out of funds for the vehicle. An… more»
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Wow Factor: 1974 Ford Bronco
With values climbing consistently, the First Generation Ford Bronco remains one of the star performers in the classic market. Released as an affordable SUV, the Bronco has reached a point where pristine examples are beyond the reach of most… more»
