You can align the trappings of wealth with specific eras in our culture, as the acquisitions by the rich and famous typically reflect consumerism at the time (just in purely excessive terms.) While an extravagance for the middle class… more»
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Two-Owner Survivor: 1983 Toyota Cressida
Known as the Cressida in the U.S., Toyota’s largest and most expensive car had furnishings befitting a Cadillac. And it perhaps was the precursor to the Lexus in terms of pomp and circumstance. The fourth generation was built from… more»
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1-of-250! 1978 Clénet Series I
In our modern times, some would say that all cars and SUVs look like spacecraft from the pages of science fiction. There was a day, however, when the long, flowing lines of the Auburn, Cord or Duesenberg were the… more»
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All-Original 1941 Lincoln Continental Coupe
I have a certain sentimentality about old cars that keeps me from selling anything; it’s more than a mere foible, but it’s who I am and I’ve learned to live with it. Unfortunately, that means that I’m stuck buying… more»
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Future Collectible: 1996 Mercedes-Benz CL600
There was a listing for another W140-chassis Mercedes-Benz CL600 on craigslist I had intended to write up (thanks to Barn Finds reader Rocco B. for the tip). As predicted, the listing disappeared – and I believe that’s because this… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 SE
Oftentimes, in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, the big-body coupe is the car that sits atop the family food chain, along with the long wheelbase models. These coupes often featured pillar-less designs that make for a striking profile and were the… more»
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Drive Or Restore? 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
The new Colonnade styling was all the rage at GM back in 1973, with the Chevrolet Chevelle getting a fresh body to begin its third generation of production. This is one of those cars that got a bit sleeker-looking… more»
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Rust-Free 58K-Mile 1978 Cadillac Seville
It’s hard to believe that at one time in vehicle manufacturing, smaller was better. It seems as if every new vehicle is getting a little bigger with each update, but Cadillac went in the other direction with its Seville…. more»
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J2-Powered: 1958 Oldsmobile Dynamic 88 Convertible
I am fortunate that my passion for classic cars allows me to write about some pretty amazing vehicles for Barn Finds. However, some are so stunning that it is instantly apparent that I have leaped from fortunate to privileged…. more»
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Custom El Chariot: 1991 Buick Roadmaster
The Roadmaster from 1991 to 1996 was the last of Buick’s really big full-size vehicles. Available as a 4-door sedan or station wagon, they were more than 18 feet in length riding on a rear-wheel-drive platform. This 1991 edition… more»
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Trailer Find: 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Chevrolet introduced the Monte Carlo in 1970 as its foray into the personal luxury car segment of the market. Other GM divisions had been fielding entries for years like the Pontiac Grand Prix and Buick Riviera. It was very… more»
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Working A/C: 1970 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
Something to ponder: A 15-year-old Cadillac today is a 2010 model. Does a 2010 Escalade stand out on the street today? Or a CTS? In 1985, this 1970 Coupe DeVille was a 15-year-old Cadillac, and it certainly would have… more»
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Rebuilt Cross-Ram Project: 1961 Chrysler 300G
Before the Pontiac GTO, there was another muscle car, the Chrysler 300 “Letter Series”. Beginning in 1955, Chrysler started souping up full-size New Yorkers and came out with a limited annual run of hardtops (and later convertibles, too) that… more»
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12k Miles? 1990 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
One of the handful of walking routes in my neighborhood meanders through the local GMC-Buick-Cadillac dealership, which allows me to peruse the latest General Motors offerings. These days, it’s hard to find a Cadillac Escalade for under 100,000 dollars,… more»
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Barn Find 1983 Euro-Spec Porsche 928S
Porsche’s 928 was the factory’s attempt to replace the 911; obviously that ploy didn’t work, but the 911’s persistence does not subtract from what is a bona fide luxury grand tourer. The saga began in the early 1970s. America… more»
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Low-Mile Survivor: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Collector’s Edition Sedan
Enthusiasts seeking muscle or pony cars face abundant choices in the current classic market. However, those seeking comfort, practicality, and affordability face greater challenges. That is where this 1996 Buick Roadmaster Collector’s Edition Sedan rides to the rescue. From… more»
