I recall a time when a Mercedes-Benz diesel Fintail (Heckflosse), such as this 1967 200D example, was a fairly common sight on America’s highways and byways. That said, they were a rather radical departure from what most Americans were… more»
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Just Out of Storage: 1957 Chevrolet 210
This 1957 Chevrolet was cast aside about 15 years ago. That’s when it was last running, and we don’t know if it went into retirement due to mechanical issues or just a lack of interest. But its last owner… more»
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A38 Package: 1978 Plymouth Fury
There’s something about former law enforcement cars that gets to me, and no, it’s not from being chauffeured around in one back in my youth. This isn’t a former law enforcement car but this 1978 Plymouth Fury with the… more»
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Golden Project? 1975 Plymouth Duster 360
Well, I know what gold dust is and now that I think about it, I do remember Plymouth making an upscale Duster known as the “Gold Duster”. And what do you know, Pat L. has discovered one hanging out… more»
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4-Speed Project: 1968 Pontiac LeMans
It’s probably debatable, but this listing is more like 3/4 of a 1968 Pontiac LeMans for sale. There’s no hiding it, the front clip is missing. There are a few other issues with which to contend too. But that… more»
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Garage-Kept Survivor: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass S
The 1972 model year marked the final of production for the Second Generation Oldsmobile Cutlass. The upcoming model marked a significant styling change to a squarer and more hard-edged appearance that many enthusiasts feel was not as attractive. If… more»
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Some TLC Needed: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle
It is said that a rising tide lifts all boats. That metaphor can certainly be applied to certain old cars too. While the value of Chevrolet’s 1960s vintage SS396 Chevelle has gone through the proverbial roof, those that don’t… more»
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Amazing Survivor! 1980 Chevrolet Chevette
The name of this Screaming Yellow Zonker paint color is “Yellow Bright” which seems backward to me but who am I to question The General. It’s a pleasure to show you this 1980 Chevrolet Chevette four-door hatchback – or,… more»
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Stored For 30 Years: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
Writing for Barn Finds involves having an unwavering passion for classic machinery of all types. Regular readers will know that I possess this quality, but few will be aware that my second love is for the silver screen. That… more»
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Some Assembly Required: 1936 Ford Tudor
I got pretty excited when I first spied this 1936 Ford Tudor. The seller considers it a survivor and looking at the images, I initially agreed. Digging in further, however, I hesitated on that description and I will show… more»
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Cordoba’s Cousin: 1978 Plymouth Sport Fury
The Plymouth Sport Fury debuted in the late 1950s and could be thought of as the forerunner of the Chevy Impala Super Sport of the 1960s. The car would evolve over the next couple of decades, becoming a personal… more»
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Dual Carburetion! 1961 Ford Fairlane
Borrowed from the name of Henry Ford’s Michigan estate, the Fairlane was part of the Ford automobile ensemble from 1955-to 70, across seven generations of vehicles. It would be the top nameplate in the sales literature until the Galaxie… more»
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307 V8 Malibu: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle
Introduced as a mid-size model in 1964, the Chevelle quickly become Chevrolet’s second-best-selling car, next to the Impala/Bel Air/Biscayne assortment. The cars were redesigned in 1968-72 and would continue their upward sales trajectory. The Malibu Sport Coupe, like the… more»
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440 V8 6-Pack: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T
The holy grail of Chrysler cars built in the 1960s and 1970s were those equipped with either the 426 Hemi V8 or the 440 cubic-inch with a 6-Pack/triple carburetor set up. This 1970 Dodge Charger R/T appears to be… more»
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Inexpensive Project? 1966 Dodge Coronet 500
OK, it’s a muscle car body without the muscle! Or at least that’s how it presents itself with the blacked-out hood. Actually, the 1966 Dodge Coronet could pack a punch, if so optioned, and had great lines to accentuate… more»
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Rebuilt Powertrain: 1974 Saab EMS
OK, let’s momentarily ditch the sugary diet of GTOs, Mustangs, Chargers, et al. and take a look at what I would consider to be a quirky car, but one that had some spirited moves, a 1974 Saab EMS. OK,… more»
