One of the more unique Ford Mustangs ever sold was the original California Special (CS)/ High Country Special. Personally, I consider this one of my favorite Mustang models offered, right up there with the four-eyed Saleen Fox bodies and… more»
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Original 340: 1973 Plymouth Cuda Project
Back in 1970, things were still looking bright for the muscle car market, when the third and final generation of the Plymouth Barracuda was introduced. However, in what seemed like the blink of an eye, everything from rising insurance… more»
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Dirt Nap: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
How long will a 1970’s era car last exposed to the elements? Does a layer of dirt covering the car help protect it? These are questions we don’t want to find out here at Barn Finds. We would rather… more»
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4-Speed Survivor: 1971 Plymouth Duster 340
There are many reasons why an enthusiast might decide to part with a beloved classic, but there are few sadder than when the motivation is a combination of age and failing health. That is the story behind this 1971… more»
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1 of 832 Project: 1969 Buick GS Stage I
Muscle cars were all the rage in 1969, especially with mid-size automobiles. Over at General Motors, you had the Pontiac GTO, Chevy Chevelle SS, Oldsmobile 442, and Buick’s Gran Sport (or GS). The GS was the most opulent of… more»
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Mostly Original 1970 Dodge Charger 500
After spending its life with two families, this claimed 86,700 mile classic seeks a new caretaker. The 1970 Dodge Charger 500 in Sebastopol, California wears aftermarket wheels in the style of original Magnum 500 wheels, eight inches in width… more»
Running Project: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
The second generation of Chevy’s “pony car,” the Camaro, was nearing the end of its run in the late 1970s. Yet, the car achieved record sales in 1979. A downturn in the U.S. economy helped sales fall by half… more»
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Turbo 4 Cylinder: 1981 Pontiac Trans Am
In all my years as a Trans Am collector, I have never seen anything like this. The car is advertised as a 1981 Pontiac Trans Am but is powered by a Nissan 240 SX turbo inline 4 cylinder engine… more»
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Mystery Engine: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
From 1969-1972, one of the the two colors the Trans Am was offered in was white. Early on it was Polar White and later Cameo White. It is less common to see late 2nd generation Trans Ams in white…. more»
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McLaren Replica: 1980 Manta Mirage
The seller refers to this car as a McLaren in his description, and while you first scoff at that comparison, he’s not that far off. The Manta Mirage, as it is rightfully called, is one of the more compelling… more»
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Patina Project: 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire
The first-generation Oldsmobile Starfire was a more upscale offering in the brand’s lineup, and it’s one of those cool cars that combined both luxury and performance into one great package. Only a convertible was available when the car debuted… more»
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27K Original Miles: 1989 Ford Mustang Saleen Convertible
When Steve Saleen began modifying a handful of Fox body Ford Mustangs each year, it set in motion a long-standing partnership that would yield some of the most sought-after Mustangs on the planet. The 1980s in particular were a… more»
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Grounded Flight: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Redbird
This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Redbird was found by Rocco B here on Craigslist. The car is located in North Ridgeville, Ohio near Cleveland. The seller reports that the Redbird has 53k miles on the odometer but that it has… more»
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Special Edition Project: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
Part of the success of the late 1970s Pontiac Trans Am goes to the 1977 box office blockbuster, Smokey and The Bandit starring heartthrob Burt Reynolds. From less than 47,000 units sold in 1976, demand ballooned to 117,000 copies… more»
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64k Mile: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
This 1976 Pontiac Trans Am not only looks great all the way around, but it’s also said to be a low-mileage original, with a history that’s traceable all the way back to when this one was new. The third… more»
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Mean in Green: 1994 Dodge Viper RT/10
When the Dodge Viper RT/10 first appeared on the show car circuit, it blew most every mind that saw it. The Viper was a show car that seemingly went straight to production-ready, rough edges and all. This was a… more»
