If you’re a fan of wagons, you likely are already familiar with the W124-chassis Mercedes-Benz longroof. The E-Class wagon variant of this vintage is sought after not only for its reliability, but also its immense practicality thanks to a… more»
Station Wagons
Mostly Original and Unrestored 1957 Chevrolet Nomad
The Chevrolet “Tri-fives,” body-on-frame cars built in 1955, ‘56, and ‘57, encompassed two-door sedans, four-door sedans, convertibles, and this: the Nomad. Chevrolet’s entry into the family car space. The Nomad was considered its own model line by Chevrolet, but… more»
5k Genuine Miles? 1978 Ford Country Squire Wagon
With Summer fast approaching, the temptation is there to load the family aboard a classic station wagon and attempt a cross-country journey à la, Clark Griswold, in National Lampoon’s Vacation. The inimitable Mr. Griswold tackled his “horror-day” in the… more»
No Reserve Survivor! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
A classic car will appear on our desks here at Barn Finds every now and then, and mere words don’t seem enough to describe what the eyes are seeing. That is the case with this 1957 Chevrolet Nomad. Everywhere… more»
Big Barn Find: 1965 Chrysler New Yorker Wagon
Talk about a land barge, this 1965 Chrysler is one big wagon! We cover Ford and Chevy wagons from time to time on Barn Finds, and some Dodge and Plymouth intermediates too, but this New Yorker wagon is the… more»
Woodgrain Survivor: 1985 Ford Escort Squire
The Ford Escort arrived on the American market in late 1980, for the 1981 model year, as the front-wheel-drive replacement for the aging Pinto. It was initially developed alongside the Mk. 3 European Escort with the idea that it… more»
Spotless Custom: 1955 Chevrolet Nomad
The growth in popularity of classic station wagons means that spotless examples are highly sought. However, the interest ramps up a notch when the vehicle in question is a Tri-Five Nomad. This 1955 model is a real beauty, and… more»
Famous Foxbat: 1960 Jaguar XK150 Shooting Brake
Europe is famous for many things, but they stand apart from their peers for the car community’s love of shooting brakes. You might call it a wagon, but in the case of a one-of-two Jaguar XK150 converted to an… more»
Could You Save This 1957 Chevrolet Nomad?
For many people, nothing better exemplifies the nostalgia of the classic car era than the 1957 Chevy. Coming in 2-door hardtop, sedan, convertible, and 2 and 4-door station wagon forms, the Bel Air trim in particular is at the… more»
Big Block Wagon: 1968 Ford Country Sedan
If you ask the “big-wigs” of the automotive industry, they’ll try to convince you that the family station wagon has come and gone. However, nobody seems to have bothered telling classic car enthusiasts who continue to eagerly snap up… more»
Hemi Wagon: 1956 Dodge D500 Sierra
Station wagons have come in and out of popularity ever since they were introduced, and right now very few are made – the SUV is the hauler of choice for most people. But back in the 1950s and 1960s… more»
1972 Plymouth Fury Sport Suburban
Plymouth’s top-shelf wagon for 1972 promised luxury, room for the whole family, and style. Twist the key on this 1972 Plymouth Fury Sport Suburban in San Antonio, Texas, and you could drive “to New York City” according to the… more»
Daily Driver: 1965 Chevrolet Impala 396 Wagon
I’ve always had a passion for station wagons. Even as a kid growing up in the seventies I was always envious of our neighbors who sprung for wagons, when all we ever had were 4-door sedans. If you are… more»