Luxury Cars

1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency Coupe

It’s Olds 98 (or in this case, Ninety-Eight) two-door coupe week here on Barn Finds, and here’s another beautiful gem in mind-blowing condition. How many “old” vehicles in outstanding condition can still be out there? They somehow keep showing… more»

Return of the Drop-Top: 1984 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz

After an eight-year absence, a convertible returned to the Cadillac fold in 1984. This time, it came in the form of an Eldorado called the Biarritz, Caddy’s traditional moniker for that body style. But it was a conversion done… more»

ABC Widebody Benz: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC

The 1980s were synonymous with many different aspects of the automotive hobby that today are powerful forces on the vintage car market. From improving performance standards to more luxurious offerings from European counterparts, it was a time when a… more»

28K MIle 1976 Oldsmobile 98 Regency Coupe

A big, bold maroon over silver over red Olds 98 makes me want to break out my white shoes and white belt again. I mean, not that I ever wore those (whew, that was close). I miss the era… more»

Estate Sale Gamble: 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300E

Buying from an estate sale is enormously tempting for many of us when there’s an old car involved. The seller of this 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300E snagged it out of a local estate as a non-runner, and based on the… more»

Only 38,000 Miles: 2000 Mercury Cougar

Mercury was an early entry in the “pony car” scene, entering the market in 1967 with the Cougar. It gave Ford Motor Co. two players, the other being the pioneering Mustang. The car led Mercury sales for several years… more»

Drive Or Re-Restore? 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ

The Grand Prix was first introduced into the Pontiac lineup in 1962, but it wasn’t until the late sixties when the third-generation cars debuted that it really took off as a bonafide sales leader for the brand.  The 1969… more»

2,200 Original Miles! 1988 Cadillac Seville STS

Although the term “time capsule” is one of the most overused in the classic world, there are few better ones that could describe this 1988 Cadillac Seville STS. It is an estate find that has a genuine 2,200 miles… more»

Cheap V8: 1992 Chevrolet Caprice

Finding a classic that provides its new owner with a V8 under the hood, space to seat five comfortably, and an asking price below $5,000 can be challenging. However, this 1992 Chevrolet Caprice ticks those boxes. Admittedly, it isn’t… more»

Basic Beauty: 1975 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

When I think of a mid-seventies Chevrolet Monte Carlo, one of the first things that comes to mind is a well-trimmed exterior, probably with a vinyl top, fancy wheels, and perhaps even a pinstripe down the side.  Is it… more»

348 Tri-Power: 1958 Chevrolet Impala

There are many things to like about this 1958 Chevrolet Impala. Some will be drawn to its stunning exterior, complete with the iconic Continental Kit. Others will find the spotless interior irresistible. However, I suspect that many will consider… more»

Perennial Project Car: 1973 Citroën SM

Is the Citroen SM ever not a project car? Even when in peak running condition, these French exotics require a fair amount of upkeep and even more owner loyalty to keep running reliably. However, we still see so many… more»

8k Original Miles: 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine

We see an enormously diverse range of classics at Barn Finds. Having recently completed an article about a 1950 Crosley Hot Shot, I am now confronted by this 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine. The pair represent either end of the… more»

Rare Sports Car Project: 1960 Jensen 541R

There are project cars, and there are projects that used to be cars. This may fall into the latter category, as there’s not much left to this 1960 Jensen 541R. This is a rare beast, a grand tourer made… more»

Stored Over 50 Years: 1960 Mercury Park Lane

The Park Lane joined the Mercury lineup in 1958 as a top-tier model, offering a comparable amount of luxury as the Ford Thunderbird.  The car was available with two or four doors, with this 1960 Park Lane here on… more»

Refreshed Powertrain: 1961 Chrysler 300G

Enthusiasts love to share special features and interesting facts about their rides, and 1961 Chrysler 300G owners draw from a deep well of fascinating model-specific factoids. Chrysler’s pinnacle of luxury performance boasts a 413 V8 topped by cross-ram induction,… more»

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