Some readers will look at this 1988 Ford Festiva L and question its worthiness for inclusion on the pages of Barn Finds. I understand that sentiment, but I feel we need to cut this little gem some slack. Ford… more»
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Never Restored: 1954 Studebaker Champion
It isn’t unusual to find an older classic car that managed to survive more than six decades unrestored. However, finding one in that state that has been part of the same family since Day One is far rarer. That… more»
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1965 AMC Ambassador 990H: Which Is Which?
Look carefully before you leap. That’s the lesson this 1965 AMC Ambassador 990H seems to offer. We got this tip from Pat L, and if you want the car, seen here on craigslist, you’ll have to come up with… more»
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Original Paint: 1964 Mercury Montclair
Annual model updates are common, but it is unusual for a manufacturer to introduce a new generation of a vehicle but only keep it in production for a single year. However, that was the case for the Fourth Generation… more»
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Only 10K Miles? 1971 Pontiac LeMans
Finding a non-muscle car version of a muscle car, such as this 1971 Pontiac LeMans, as opposed to a GTO, is always a welcome find in my book. They are often overlooked though some, such as the ’68-’72 Chevrolet… more»
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25k Original Miles: 1984 Toyota Celica GT
Cars from the 1980s spent years in the wilderness as people sought to forget The Malaise Era. However, times have changed, and one of the driving forces behind their reemergence is a new generation of enthusiasts who view them… more»
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It’s Brougham Time (Again)! 1969 Mercury Marquis
Yes, we’ve had a lot of Brougham action goin’ on lately (and a little Bro-ham’ and Bro’-gum thrown in for good measure too). Today will be no exception thanks to this Zephyr Cove, Nevada domiciled 1969 Mercury Marquis Brougham…. more»
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Classy Chassis: 1956 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday
In 1956, Oldsmobile offered at least a dozen iterations of two basic cars: the 98 and the 88. Wheelbase differentiated the 98 from the 88 – the 98 was four inches longer. Once you decided between those two –… more»
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Survivor Grabber: 1972 Ford Maverick
Finally, a gem. I wrote up a Maverick last week that was going for, if I recall, around $6K. You Barn Finders seemed to agree that this was steep given the build it needed. Now here is a rather… more»
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Sense of Humor: 1988 Yugo GV
Possessing a sense of humor, particularly during adverse times, can prove vital to maintaining good mental health and well-being. The owner of this 1988 Yugo demonstrates that trait with the stickers plastering its panels. They suggests that you need… more»
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Nicely Modified: 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Surprises come in all sorts of packages. It’s that old “Don’t judge a book by its cover” admonishment that applies to so many things, cars included. Take this 1983 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight for example. Yes, it does look like my… more»
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1974 Cutlass Four-door: Worth the Price?
Has it come to this, then? Is a four-door “malaise era” 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass worth $12 grand? Someone thinks so, and just such a car is being sold here on craigslist for that price. (With thanks for the tip… more»
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It’s Supreme! 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass
Appreciation for GM’s mid-sized Colonnade A-body cars (’73-’77) is mixed. Some like them, and others find them to be an affront after the uber-successful ’68-’72 edition. One thing that’s not debatable, however, is their sales success – popularity ran… more»
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BF Auction: 1983 Volvo 240
Update: The high bidder was not able to complete the transaction so we have relisted this super clean 240! An exceedingly clean example of an otherwise ordinary car is one of the more tantalizing options for project car ownership…. more»
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Real Deal Project: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
This 1970 Chevelle checks a lot of boxes. SS 396 L34 engine. Muncie 4-speed manual transmission. One owner. Numbers matching. Fathom Blue paint. Documentation to verify authenticity. But it needs a complete restoration having been off the road since… more»
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Texas Barn Find: 1976 Mercury Comet
Clearing the barn in Thornton, Texas means that the 1976 Mercury Comet that’s been there for ten years has got to go. The owner has the car up for auction here on eBay, where the bid is a paltry… more»
