We’ve seen a few older classics in recent times here at Barn Finds that have been part of the same family since new. The trend continues with this 1964 Volvo PV544. The seller has listed it on behalf of… more»
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Originality Abounds: 1966 Dodge Coronet 440 Hardtop
When you encounter a 1966 Dodge Coronet, you have to wonder how many of these things did Dodge kick out? They were everywhere years ago and are still frequently encountered today. I remember them in many applications but probably… more»
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Stored Since ’68: 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220SD
The Mercedes-Benz numbering logic for car names is known for confusing people. The 220 series of cars were built on the W180 chassis and have been informally dubbed “pontons” because of their unibody-type, pontoon-shaped styling of the 1950s. There… more»
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Garden Find: 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe
While never having attained the popularity of the permanently collectible ’55-’57 Chevrolet, the previous generation, such as this 1951 Styline Deluxe, manages to make regular appearances on the webpages of Barn Finds. The lack of an original equipment V8… more»
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42,000 Original Miles: 1989 Lincoln Town Car Cartier Edition
When we hear “Lincoln Town Car,” I’ll bet most of us immediately picture some sort of late-model fleet vehicle – taxi, limousine, or government-issued. Generally speaking, nothing special, but with plenty of miles and eventually sold off. However, every… more»
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Older Customization: 1975 Pontiac Catalina
The 1971-76 generation of full-size Pontiacs were some of the last of the really big cars at General Motors. The large B-bodied GM models would be downsized in 1977 to become more fuel-efficient as the automotive landscape had changed… more»
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Clone Candidate? 1970 Plymouth Satellite
What a perfect name for the space-crazed ’60s, a Satellite! It’s like something out of an episode of The Jetsons. Elevated from the Belvedere and way-overshadowed by the Road Runner and GTX, Satellites, such as this 1970 two-door hardtop… more»
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Carport Find: 1973 Chevrolet Nova SS
The Nova (aka Chevy II) was one of Chevy’s most popular cars in the 1960s and 1970s. 1973 models would give the nameplate its second-highest production year-to-date since its launch a dozen years earlier. The SS (or Super Sport)… more»
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No Reserve Runner: 1972 Dodge Dart Swinger
The 1970s Dart Swinger was the hardtop version of Dodge’s popular compact car. It wasn’t quite as sporty as the Demon (later called Dart Sport) which was offered as a fastback. But quite attractive compared to cars like the… more»
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Amazing 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air 409 Survivor
Seemingly too good to be true, this absolutely gorgeous 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air “409” survivor needs nothing obvious to be a show-winner or terrific driver! It’s listed for sale here on eBay where bidding has reached $25,300 but has… more»
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Rare 1949 Tatra T600 Tatraplan Project
Think tail fins were an American invention? Think again: the Czechs got there first. As evidence, consider this 1949 Tatra 600 Tatraplan, located in Rockland Maine and listed here on eBay. The starting bid is $4,000, with no bids… more»
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50K Mile Survivor? 1980 Chevrolet Monza
Last week we covered this 1976 Chevrolet Vega and bandied about possibilities for the way that Chevrolet could have solved the issue of the Vega’s ignominious motor. Well, they were sort of working on it with a concurrent and… more»
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Parked For 40 Years: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
Occasionally a classic car will appear on our desks at Barn Finds, and we ponder what the backstory could be. This 1957 Bel Air is a perfect example of that phenomenon because these have remained a staple of the… more»
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63k Genuine Miles: 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass Holiday Coupe
When an owner makes a bold mileage claim for their classic car, I tend to tread carefully. However, when that seller indicates that the claim is documented, that’s a different kettle of fish. That is the case with this… more»
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Love Them Or Hate Them: 1959 Edsel Ranger
Named after the son of Henry Ford, Edsel was a new division under the Ford Motor Company that lasted only 3 years (model years 1958-1960). It is well-known as an unfortunate failure for the Blue Oval, with some critics… more»
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Car Show Candidate? 1964 Chevrolet Impala
The listing for this 1964 Chevrolet Impala proclaims, “The vehicle is drivable and is mainly used for car shows“. Huh? Really? When I think of a 1960’s Chevrolet Impala and car shows, this example is not what comes to… more»
