OK, so some of you are probably wondering what in the Sam Hill is a Chevy Citation, such as this 1981 two-door version doing here on the webpages of Barn Finds? Rocco B. thought it a worthy tip and… more»
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James Bond Had One: 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
From its inception in 1977, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage was tagged as England’s first “Supercar” because it was capable of an astonishing 170 mph. This was a grand touring car with plenty of luxury to go with all… more»
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Original 428: 1968 Ford Galaxie XL GT
I was raised in a household where classic Fords ruled the roost. My father demonstrated an unashamed passion for the company’s larger models from the 1950s and 1960s, and I guess it would be fair to say that I… more»
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Stylish Survivor: 1965 Chrysler Newport
“Believe it or not, this is our easy-to-own Chrysler Newport. 4275 pounds of very exciting automobile. You can’t buy this much car anywhere for less. The 1965 Chrysler is longer. Eighteen feet of comfort.” So says a brochure showing… more»
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Terrific Tudor Sedan: 1957 Ford Custom 300
Last week I covered this 1958 Ford Fairlane 500 and opined how I thought this model year didn’t get the coverage it deserves. So, with that thought, today, I’m going to back it up a year and cover a… more»
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50-Year Barn Find: 1959 Plymouth Sport Fury
The Sport Fury was introduced as Plymouth’s top-of-the-line car in 1959. It was positioned above the Fury which was now more of a family car. Two body styles were offered, a 2-door hardtop and a convertible. From the photos… more»
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Sport Coupe Survivor: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
The mid-size Chevy Chevelle was in its eighth year in 1971 and still going strong. The Malibu Sport Coupe continued as the series’ best seller at nearly 200,000 copies, most with a V8 (and they could be optioned as… more»
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Fully Equipped Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
To many, the styling of the 1957 Chevrolets was the best of the “Tri-Fives” era (1955-57). The cars would sprout tailfins for a single model year, only to return after skipping 1958. The Sport Sedan, available in Bel Air… more»
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4,589 Mile 1975 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Spring cleaning must be in session in garages all over America. Just this past week, we featured a handful of automobiles that had indeed spent decades hidden in garages. The skies seem to be raining well-preserved automobiles. However, none… more»
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Running Project: 1962 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk
By the early 1960s, Studebaker’s checkered history was affecting operations. The Lark, a solid seller before the Big Three launched their own compacts, was fading. The merger with Packard confused and angered customers. Industry price and cost pressures infected… more»
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10,299 Mile Time Capsule: 1978 Chrysler Newport Coupe
Through both mismanagement and misreading the marketplace, Chrysler found itself on the ropes in the late seventies. While the public was looking for vehicles that were more fuel efficient due to turmoil in the Middle East and at the… more»
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Turbocharged Project: 1983 Buick Regal T-Type
If you went to your local Buick dealer in the 1980s to check out their mid-size cars (like the Regal), they gave you several performance-related choices. They included the T-Type, Turbo T, and the grandaddy of the bunch, the… more»
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Restoration Required: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
This garage contains an American classic that requires love. This 1969 Chevelle Malibu is an original survivor that appears to be a sound project candidate. The biggest question is whether faithful restoration is the right approach or if an… more»
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Two Owner Survivor: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
A known ownership history is desirable with any classic, and this 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon ticks that box. The seller is the car’s second owner, purchasing it from the original owner after it had spent over twenty years buried… more»
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Fabulous Fairlane 500: 1958 Ford Club Sedan
You know, I think the 1958 Ford gets short shrift. The ’58 Chevrolet has a devoted following today, but it didn’t for years as it was considered overwrought and too often compared to its predecessor, the ’57. And, well… more»
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Original Paint: 350-Powered 1957 Chevrolet 210
Lately, we’re seeing a flurry of “Tri-Five” Chevies popping up here on Barn Finds. Perhaps it’s the time of year, you know “Spring is in the Air” and all that! This ’57 210 2-door sedan could be considered a… more»
