The mid-size Cutlass was a hot property for Oldsmobile during the 1970s and 1980s. In 1977, the last year for the Colonnade styling that was adopted in 1973, the Cutlass represented 56% of all GM division sales. This Cutlass… more»
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Price Drop: 1941 Lincoln Continental
We’ve seen a few examples of pre-war Lincoln Continentals here at Barn Finds in recent times, but this 1941 example stands out from the crowd. While most have been in desperate need of restoration, this car runs and drives… more»
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Project or Parts? 1937 Cord 812 Westchester
We don’t often see examples of the 1937 Cord 812 cross our desks here at Barn Finds, but to have two appear in quick succession is a rare treat. I recently had the privilege of covering another 1937 Cord… more»
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Evicted 15 Years Ago: 1949 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
The Coupe de Ville may be the most well-known Cadillac nameplate because it was part of their line-up for 57 years. The 1949 model was not only the first year produced but also the first Cadillac to have a… more»
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20K-Mile Survivor: 1978 Cadillac Seville
What has happened to prices lately?! We recently saw a very, nice gold Seville here on Barn Finds and that one sold for $4,950. This two-tone 1978 Cadillac Seville is already up to $19,370!! I can’t keep up with… more»
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Original Survivor: 1949 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
When Cadillac introduced its Third Generation of its Series 62, it provided the first hints of a trend that would dominate American vehicle design in the latter half of the 1950s. It was the first Cadillac to feature tailfins,… more»
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Rust-Free Barn Find: 1969 Jaguar E-Type
Details are scarce on this supposedly rust-free 1969 Jaguar E-Type coupe, which has been located near Saratoga, California with no keys, no title, and four seats. Depending on your point of view, all three of those could be negatives… more»
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Oldsmobile V8: 1947 Lincoln-Zephyr
The Lincoln-Zephyr was a line of luxury cars produced by Lincoln from 1936-42. When production resumed after World War II, the Zephyr part of the name would be dropped as of 1948. The car would serve as the basis… more»
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460 V8 Project: 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V
In the late 1970s, most car buyers were migrating to smaller, more fuel-efficient automobiles. Except for those who were affluent and didn’t care about the cost of gasoline. The Lincoln Continental Mark V continued to knock down some impressive… more»
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In The Barn 10 Years: 1964 Pontiac Bonneville
Throughout the 1960s, the Bonneville was the cream of the crop when it came to buying a new Pontiac. They were big, bold, luxurious, and powerful. This ’64 2-door hardtop has been stored in the seller’s barn for more… more»
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9k Original Miles? 1937 Cord 812 Berline Sedan
It only takes a quick glimpse of the coffin-like hood and concealed headlamps to confirm we are looking at a mid-1930s Cord. The car in question is a 1937 Cord 812. Already a relatively rare car, this one takes… more»
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1 of 350: 1958 DeSoto Adventurer
Introduced mid-year, the 1958 Adventurer was DeSoto’s top-of-the-line car. It was available only as a 2-door hardtop and convertible. Only 350 of the former were produced that year, including the seller’s edition, making for a rare car nowadays. Located… more»
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Backyard Find: 1967 Mercury Cougar XR-7
The Mercury Cougar would turn out to be the most successful product launch in the history of the company. It was positioned as an upscale version of the Mustang to go after Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac. The XR-7 was… more»
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Forest Find! 1953 Jaguar Mark VII
I’ll admit that I don’t know my Jaguar models as well as I would like to. Some are obvious, others, not so much so. Today’s subject car is not identified other than a claim that it’s a 1953 Jag,… more»
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Rare Muscle! 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454
Chevrolet produced a mere 3823 Monte Carlo SS454 models in 1970, and this looks like one of them! The personal luxury coupe debuted that year, featuring the “longest Chevrolet hood ever,” the Monte Carlo gave Chevy a platform and… more»
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Rare Survivor: 1935 REO Flying Cloud
The Flying Cloud was a product of Reo Motor Car Company, formed by Ramson E. Olds after a falling out he had at his first car business, Olds Motor Works. It was one of REO’s key models through the… more»
