The Holden 48-215 was Australia’s first locally developed production car. A groundbreaking car in Australia developed and manufactured with support from the Australian Government, the 48-215 (affectionately referred to as the FX) changed the face of motoring in Australia…. more»
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Swivel Seat And T-Tops: 1975 Hurst/Olds Project
In my opinion, the Colonnade era Oldsmobile Cutlass had the most handsome design of any GM product in the 70’s. The design has the right combination of sport and luxury. The Hurst company teamed up with Oldsmobile to produce… more»
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All the Clichés: 1959 Cadillac Coupe Deville
It’s time to step back, draw in a deep breath and laugh at the world. Barn Finds reader Michael referred this Caddy to us. I’ve read the ad more than once, and it puts a smile on my face… more»
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Facelifted FIAT: 1970 SIATA Spring
Italy was home to a number of automotive tuning and accessory firms with names like Abarth and Nardi gaining prominence. One company that is less well-known by Americans is SIATA –Societa Italiana Auto Trasformazioni Accessori. An example of their… more»
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Fill ‘Er Up: 1952 Chevrolet Tanker Truck
Oil and gas memorabilia is very popular among antique and automotive collectors. Here is a chance to own a piece of rolling memorabilia with this 1952 Chevrolet Tanker. This truck appears to be in overall great condition considering the… more»
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Mail’s Here: 1931 Ford Model A
Many years ago my wife used to deliver the mail in an area of rural Tasmania. Thankfully it wasn’t so long ago that she would have had to use a mail truck of this vintage. I guess that it’s… more»
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Passion Project: 1976 Lotus Éclat/Sprint
A January, 1976 preview of the new line of Lotus sports and GT cars in Road & Track is largely concerned with the long-awaited Esprit, but drops in on the new 2+2 Éclat long enough to mention that the “name… more»
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A Bombshell? 1995 Lincoln Continental Mark VIII
Once you’ve stopped dry heaving and you’ve gotten over the initial shock of taking in the custom paint job on this Mark VIII, take a close look behind the driver’s side door. No, your still-watering eyes aren’t playing tricks… more»
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Let’s Hit The Beach: 1975 Volkswagen THING
There’s no doubt about it: Barn Finds reader Michael certainly refers an eclectic range of cars to us. I recently wrote an article on a 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible that he referred. Now we have something that is… more»
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Sweet Treat: 1980 Toyota Celica GT Sunchaser
I got my tonsils removed earlier this summer, so you’d think I’d have gotten my fill of pudding on my two week-long soft diet, but this 1980 Toyota Celica GT Sunchaser looks like a big bowl of butterscotch pudding,… more»
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En Francais: 1962 Renault Caravelle Project Package
Ask almost anyone to name a rear engine sporting car from the late fifties-early sixties time period and you’ll probably hear Karmann-Ghia. Say Renault Caravelle and you’ll likely get a blank stare. That may be what’s going on with… more»
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I Shall Call it Mini Z: 1973 Kar Camaro Z28 Mini
For Christmas in 1975, I received a book called “Weird and Wonderful Cars” written by Mike Hill. The significance? On page 39 of that book, there is an illustration of one of these (only finished in Tangerine). As a… more»
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Double Trouble: 1980 IH Scout Diesel & 1980 IH Traveler Diesel
International Harvester built the Scout from 1961 until 1980. Along the way there were different models and engine choices. It’s not everyday you see a Scout Traveler, or a Scout Diesel. What about a 1980 Scout Diesel and a… more»
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Short A Wheel: 1987 Reliant Rialto GLS SE
After being imported from the UK, this three-wheeler icon is looking for a new place to call home. The seller states that he has the proper paperwork so that the next owner will be able to register it in… more»
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Give Me A Break: 1975 Citroën Ami 8 Break
I never thought that I’d own a French car but I do. They’re an acquired taste for sure, at least for those of us who weren’t born and raised in France. This 1975 Citroën Ami 8 Break is a… more»
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224 Mile Oddball: 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood Ambulance
This is said to be the last Cadillac Fleetwood Ambulance ever built! That claim may or may not be able to be verified but it sounds reasonable, regardless this is certainly an unusual find. This 1993 Fleetwood was converted… more»
