Of all the cars that turn up here on Barn Finds, one of the most popular is the second-generation Dodge Charger. They were in demand when new, and today, even after 55+ years (thanks to The Dukes of Hazzard… more»
Luxury Cars
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V12 Barn Find: 1940 Lincoln Zephyr
The Lincoln-Zephyr was a pre-World War II luxury car that was offered with a V12 engine, unlike the eight-cylinder engines of many of its competitors. It was priced below the high-end Lincolns to compete with the LaSalle (Cadillac), Packard,… more»
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Rare French Luxury: 1975 Peugeot 604
Many African nations feature harsh climates and rough roads. Buyers in those countries often focus on vehicles produced by Mercedes-Benz and Peugeot, because both marques enjoy well-earned reputations for producing cars that will withstand abuse without caving under the… more»
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One Owner Barn Find: 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix
Described by the seller as a one-owner barn find, this 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix requires total restoration. The seller admits it looks sad but believes the car is rock-solid. A few components are no longer attached, although those items… more»
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1964 Headlights? 1963 Studebaker Avanti
The Avanti came along too late and in too few quantities to save Studebaker Corp. Conceived as a “halo” car, plans were to sell 20,000 copies a year, putting much-needed capital back into the company’s bank account. But less… more»
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Silver Special: 1964 Chrysler 300K
The Chrysler performance Letter Series was marketed between 1955 and 1965. Decked out like the upscale New Yorker, the letter cars were the forerunners of the muscle cars of the mid-1960s. Every year had a separate letter, and in… more»
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Super-Sized Survivor! 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Last of the “Big Ones” is one way to describe this 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. GM’s B and C-body cars were about to get the big shrinkeroo for ’77, and the results would be significant. The new reduced-size cars, which… more»
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91-Year-Old Original Owner: 1968 Plymouth Sport Fury
Even if we are loath to admit it, the time will probably come when we each decide that we no longer wish to slip behind the wheel. We might feel that our reflexes are no longer good enough, or… more»
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Good Buy or Goodbye? 1975 Lincoln Continental
For more than 80 years, the Continental was a major fixture in the Lincoln lineup. For the fifth generation that ran from 1970 to 1979, they were bigger than ever, sharing their platform with the Mercury Marquis and Ford… more»
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17k-Mile Land Yacht: 1962 Buick Electra 225
The Electra was Buick’s top-of-the-line automobile from 1959 to 1990. And the 225 was the cream of the crop, measuring in at so many inches (just shy of 19 feet). The second generation was in production from 1961 to… more»
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Original Owner? 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
One of the positives for fans of Tri-Five Chevrolets is that they are still somewhat plentiful, with a few good deals to be had on nice drivers if you scour the marketplace carefully. This 1956 Bel Air here on… more»
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Sport Package Driver: 1990 BMW 325is
Following up on our recent post about the Buick LeSabre T-Type, here’s a car that GM was hoping to target with its European-inspired models: a 1990 BMW 325is. Otherwise known as an E30, the 3-Series BMW had become a… more»
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55k Mile Survivor: 1959 Pontiac Star Chief
When a seller uses terms like calling his or her offering one of the finest examples in the world, it quickly sets expectations to a point that they sometimes aren’t met once a potential buyer digs in and checks… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
Mercedes-Benz built plenty of luxurious automobiles, but the W126 S-Class occupies a special place in the company’s history. These cars earned their reputation through exceptional engineering, highway comfort, and build quality that made them favorites of executives, diplomats, and… more»
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Family Owned V12: 1990 Jaguar XJS Convertible
When we think of collector cars, we tend to make a connection between vintage vehicles and value. I know I’m guilty of this; if a car doesn’t have potential to increase in value, even gradually, I may write it… more»
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13k Original Miles: 1978 Buick LeSabre
If, for some reason, you’d like to be transported back to 1978, then here’s your way there. This striking 1978 Buick LeSaber Custom Landau looks practically new and has only 13,298 original miles. It was purchased new from Win Stephens… more»
