The Nova served as one of Chevrolet’s most affordable new car options in the 1960s and 1970s, although the options list was long enough to allow potential buyers to order their new purchase with engines offering excellent performance. This… more»
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12k-Mile Survivor? 1980 Ford Fairmont Futura
If you were building a Top 10 list of collectible automobiles, would the Ford Fairmont make that list? No, I didn’t think so. Built from 1978 to 1983, it was the successor to the popular Maverick and sold well… more»
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Rare Diesel Taxi: 1959 Plymouth Savoy
In the late 1950s, the Savoy was the entry-level model in the full-size Plymouth line-up, positioned like the Chevy Biscayne or Bel Air. They were popular for fleet purchases as basic transportation and many served as taxicabs. This 1959… more»
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Uncommon 1972 Buick Skylark Sun Coupe Project
If you live outside the wonderful world of Buicks, you can be forgiven for not being familiar with the Skylark Sun Coupe of 1972. Production totals seem a little vague, but certainly less than 4,000 were made; while the… more»
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Highly Optioned! 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle 4-Speed
Usually, when we’re talking about the 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle, it’s the SS396 variant that gets all of the attention. Today’s subject, courtesy of barn finder T.J., is similar to that vaunted muscle car, but a bit different too –… more»
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One Owner: 1967 Chevrolet Impala
Long-term ownership is typically viewed favorably by enthusiasts seeking a classic to park in their garage. Therefore, many people will find this 1967 Chevrolet Impala extremely appealing. It is a one-owner classic that presents exceptionally well and is a… more»
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1 of 1600? 1980 Saab 99 GLi Survivor
The Saab 99 was an upgrade in size and performance from the 96 before it and was in production from 1968 to 1984. Saabs were known for their build quality, though the Swedish company discontinued assembling automobiles after 2016…. more»
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Stored For 35 Years: 1954 Ford Crestline Skyliner
Hiding in this barn is one of the more interesting cars from the 1950s. Ford wanted to create a light and airy vehicle, releasing the Skyliner in 1954. Our feature car has spent the last thirty-five years in this… more»
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9k Mile Time Capsule: 1977 Chevrolet Nova Concours
Chevrolet has produced a few memorable Chevy II and Nova offerings over the years, including some fun Super Sport packages and performance options. However, numerous buyers viewed the car as simply a compact that provided affordable transportation, with a… more»
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One Year Only? 1960 Ford Fairlane 500 Club Sedan
We’re no strangers to rarity claims at Barn Finds, and some are more valid than others. The seller claims that this 1960 Ford Fairlane 500 Club Sedan is a one-year-only model, and, as we will see, there is an… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1960 Chevrolet Corvair 700
Chevrolet entered the compact car market in 1960 in an unconventional way (for U.S. automakers at the time). The new Corvair had a rear-mounted, air-cooled engine along the same lines as that of the VW Beetle which was beginning… more»
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Parked Since ’70: 1956 Lincoln Premiere
When I first saw the listing for this 1956 Lincoln Premier, which is mislabeled as a 1956 Lincoln Continental, I thought, “OK, another Continental Mark II.” Nope, this one’s a Premiere four-door sedan, one of 19K assembled 68 long… more»
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Rare Acapulco Edition? 1974 Volkswagen Thing
The VW Thing (technically the Type 181) was a military-style vehicle that most closely resembled the Jeep. But it was a rear-wheel drive “fun-mobile” that used the same rear-mounted engine as the VW Beetle. They were only sold in… more»
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45k Original Miles? 1971 Chevrolet Vega
Post-war American buyers grew up on a diet of larger cars, and the sales results through the 1950s and 1960s confirm this. However, when subcompact models from Europe and Japan gained traction in the local market, American manufacturers were… more»
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Quirky French Classic: 1947 Renault Juvaquatre
One of the key attractions of the classic world is that it offers something to satisfy every taste. Some enthusiasts follow the well-trodden path by parking a muscle or pony car in their garage, while others march to the… more»
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Iron Duke Survivor: 1980 Chevrolet Monza
The Chevy Monza was a sporty subcompact developed from the H-body platform that originated with the Vega. Produced from 1975 to 1980, it spawned carbon copies at Pontiac, Buick, and Oldsmobile, and two body styles were offered, coupes and… more»
