This 1931 Hudson 8 coupe, offered here on Facebook Marketplace, presents as a well-preserved example of one of the era’s more distinctive luxury cars. Finished in blue (green according to the ad) over a brown interior, it’s powered by… more»
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Stored 30 Years: 1959 Cadillac Coupe de Ville
Some auto styling fads seem to fade away about as quickly as they emerge, but one that stuck around for a while was the tailfin, which was most popular during the 1950s and early 1960s. Designers tried to outdo… more»
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Half Price? 1990 Buick Reatta Coupe
On paper, the Buick Reatta should have been a runaway hit. A two-seater from Buick? A sports coupe with rear-wheel drive and the latest 1980s technology from Buick? As often happens, the concept in the auto world, or the… more»
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Original Paint: 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk
Many enthusiasts place great importance on originality and a known ownership history when hunting for a classic to park in their garage. If you harbor those feelings, you may find this 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk very attractive. The… more»
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Rare Utility: 1955 Mercedes-Benz 170 S-V Diesel Pickup
Some classics are rare because they’ve become valuable over time, others were rare from the start. This 1955 Mercedes-Benz 170 S-V Diesel pickup, listed here on craigslist and located in Taos, New Mexico, falls firmly into the latter category…. more»
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One Of 3,235: 1967 Imperial Crown Coupe
Any fans of classic movies here at Barn Finds? If so, you may have noticed that Chrysler Corporation provided cars to many old movies; after all, it was an inexpensive and effective way to promote your lineup. Invariably, movie stars… more»
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Much Recent Work: 1958 Ford Thunderbird
One of the greatest concerns when purchasing a classic is whether its sparkling exterior might hide a long list of mechanical woes that would cost a small fortune to address. However, that isn’t the case with this 1958 Ford… more»
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48K-Mile Survivor: 1976 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
The Cimarron was a few years away by the time America’s Bicentennial rolled around, and this 1976 Cadillac Coupe DeVille was a whopping 4.5 feet longer than the Chevy Cavalier-based Cimarron! Four and a half feet! That’s like half… more»
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59k Mile 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix
With the popularity of personal luxury coupes remaining steady during the mid-seventies, it’s easy to understand why the 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix was one of the more desirable entries for the period. The car’s bold yet smooth lines and… more»
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One Family Owned: 1958 Imperial Southampton
Although granted standalone marque status in 1955, it is fair to say that Imperial suffered an identity crisis. The buying public perceived it as a luxurious Chrysler model, an impression heightened by the fact that, unlike its opposition, Imperial… more»
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Stored 35 Years: 1956 Chevrolet Nomad Barn Find
With the functionality of a station wagon roof line and sportiness of having only two doors, the Chevrolet Nomad was one of the more unique offerings in the Tri-Five lineup, in addition to being one of the most expensive. … more»
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1978 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz with 2,900 Original Miles!
Occasionally, cars cross our desks at Barn Finds that almost defy description. Such is the case with this 1978 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz. The term “time capsule” is one of the most overused in the classic world, but when a… more»
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Finned Barn Find: 1958 DeSoto Fireflite
In the late 1950s, Chrysler and Ford learned an important lesson. The said lesson was that the market had become saturated and there was little interest anymore in the long-standing DeSoto or the new Edsel. Both cars would be… more»
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1 of 281: 1964 Studebaker Avanti R2
In the early 1960s, Studebaker was looking for another new product to save the day. The compact Lark came along in 1959 and staved off the wolves until a flood of Detroit competition soon arrived. The Avanti was conceived… more»
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Stored 26 Years: 1966 Plymouth Fury VIP
In the 1960s, Chevrolet, Ford, and Plymouth matched each other car-for-car in the full-size market. Plymouth added the VIP luxury car in 1966, bringing the roster to the Fury I, Fury II, Fury III, Sport Fury, and the VIP…. more»
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No Rust! 58K-Mile 1976 Ford Thunderbird 460
Coming in almost 20 inches longer than the previous T-Birds, the sixth-generation cars came along just as gas prices went out of control, and/or you couldn’t get gas unless you had a connection or didn’t mind waiting in line… more»
