By 1960, Ford executives were no doubt pleased with their decision to transform the Thunderbird from a two-seater into a four-seat personal luxury car. Sales had grown year after year beginning with 1958 and – in 1961 – the… more»
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30k Mile Survivor! 1974 Ford Thunderbird
During the 1950s, many people viewed the Corvette and the Thunderbird as direct competitors. This was in spite of the fact that GM and Ford were targetting different customers with their two-seater offerings. By 1974 there could be no… more»
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Estate Find: 1937 Cord 812 Beverly Sedan
When an automotive high-flyer comes crashing back to Planet Earth, pilot error is usually the culprit. This can take many forms, but Cord was a company that managed to do the job better than most. Today, the company is… more»
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455 CID Optioned: 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix Model SJ
This 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix represents one of the best models of the 2nd generation Gran Prix which was produced from 1969-1972. It is being auctioned here on eBay and has been bid to $6,620 with three days remaining… more»
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Black Plate Barn Find: 1963 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
This 1963 Thunderbird Convertible has led an interesting life. The original owner used the vehicle regularly until 1974. He then sold it, and the second owner proceeded to park it in a barn immediately. It sat unused and unloved… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC
If you have access to the various club websites for marques like Mercedes-Benz or Jaguar, you get access to members-only classifieds that often have some hidden gems that the rest of the world can’t see. This 1979 Mercedes-Benz is… more»
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Buried Alive: 430-Powered 1969 Buick Electra 225
The Buick Electra 225 (aka Deuce and a Quarter) got part of its name from its total length: 225 inches (just under 19 feet). These big luxury sedans (sometimes also referred to as land yachts) were from the heyday… more»
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Posed Patina? 1966 Buick Riviera GS
The term “rust bucket” applied to an automobile is not exactly a complementary description as it usually denotes an old car that is disintegrating away. As of late though, rust that has developed and spread in an organized or… more»
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Captive Bird: 1959 Ford Thunderbird
To many, “the real Thunderbird” was the original two-seater that Ford built between 1955-57. While a lot of folks think of it as a sports car, in reality it was one of the first personal luxury cars. In hindsight,… more»
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Dusty Limo: 1973 Cadillac Fleetwood
It’s amazing how far once great cars can fall from grace, but conversely, it could also be that the most exclusive cars when new stand a far better chance at being preserved for future restoration because of their legendary… more»
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Rare Color: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Chevrolet unveiled the Monte Carlo to the world in 1970, and this spotless example hails from that year of production. Considering that Chevrolet managed to sell just shy of 470,000 First-Generation Monte Carlos during its 3-year production run, these… more»
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Rare 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454 – No Reserve!
Here’s one that’s not seen often and wasn’t a standout back when new, a 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454. The entire package was played down and only a discrete rocker panel badge alluded to what was under the… more»
Fitch’s Folly! Todd’s 1981 Imperial by Chrysler
Life is too short for boring cars! Having to decide *not* to buy an old car once a week comes with the territory here at Barnfinds, and last week, for the first time in three years, I bought one… more»
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56k Mile: 1971 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight Convertible
With only a few hours left, this gorgeous 1971 Oldsmobile 88 Convertible is for sale in Buford, Georgia. The car can be seen here on eBay and has been bid to $15,000. The reserve has not been met. The… more»
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Rare 33k Mile: 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix
With an asking price of $35,500, this 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix better be nice, and it is. Located in Fort Lee, New Jersey, this Golden Anniversary edition Grand Prix was built to mark the 50th anniversary of Pontiac in… more»
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1-Of-5: 1969 Cadillac Fleetwood Station Wagon
Update 9/21/20 – This rare Caddilac wagon has been relisted here on eBay with a $1,500 price drop and the option to make an offer. Is that enough to get this one sold though? From 8/11/20 – Finding a… more»
