Tidy 73k-Mile Driver: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette

You can chastise the feds for so many 1973 vehicles having a less attractive front end than their predecessors, as the government put a new law into effect back then requiring all cars to withstand a 5 MPH frontal… more»

Micro Magic: Rare 1952 Crosley Scorpion

Here’s a mind twister: Crosley, the niche micro-car maker, was the donor platform for a kit car known as the Scorpion (aka Skorpion). While thousands of Fieros, VWs, Model As and Ts, and various British cars have given their… more»

Driving Project: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Pinpointing a derivative of the First Generation Mustang that holds the title of most desirable is almost impossible because the Mustang rewrote the rule book. However, the 1969 Mach 1 would be a strong contender, selling in sufficient numbers… more»

Spent Life in a Garage: 1948 Buick Roadmaster

Some cars live amazingly good lives.  While most end up rusting away in a junkyard or coming back to us as razor blades or new Corollas, a few cars live a life protected and loved.  Take for example the… more»

327/4-Speed: 1959 Chevrolet Corvette

Many Barn Finds readers will immediately recognize that the mechanical specifications of this 1959 Chevrolet Corvette confirm it is not a numbers-matching classic. It has received upgrades, but many parts required to return it to its factory specifications are… more»

California Cool: 1965 Buick Riviera

From a styling (and performance) perspective, 1965 was a magnificent year for the American auto industry. Especially at GM. And they didn’t roll off the assembly line any more magnificent looking than the 1965 Buick Riviera. To me, it’s… more»

454/4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

This 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible ticks many of the right boxes for an enthusiast seeking an investment-grade classic. It underwent a frame-off restoration a few years ago and still presents exceptionally well. It is loaded with some of the… more»

Full-Size Hot Rod: 1968 Chevrolet 427 Biscayne

One model of Chevrolet that has been dead for a long time is the Biscayne, a bottom-of-the-ladder trim level that was in existence from 1958 through 1972 (continuing to ’75 in Canada). It was technically undercut in its first… more»

Start From Scratch: 1967 Camaro Coupe

Ever feel like picking up a 1960s Camaro and taking it down to the bones, then building it back up your way? That chance presents itself to you in the form of this 1967 Camaro 327 Sport (as named… more»

Ran When Parked: 1950 Ford Custom

Yup! We’ve all heard that old saw and in the case of this 1950 Ford Custom that operational time was “some years ago“. Claimed to have been purchased from the original owner, this old Ford Tudor is cooling its… more»

66k-Mile Survivor: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

With Christmas just around the corner, the bow on this 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible is inspiring me to ask the wife to add it to my wish list, but I haven’t been all that well-behaved this year so I’ll… more»

427 Equipped: 1955 Chevrolet Panel Wagon

Patina seems to be sticking around as it relates to what collectors seek in a project. While resto-mods are likely going to fade away a bit as reckless spending in the car hobby tightens up, buying a cheap project… more»

68K Original Miles: 1985 Ford Mustang SVO

Should we consider the Ford Mustang SVO to be a performance car, or merely an attempt to make a more economical sporting car? Those are two very different definitions of what this car could be, as some might say… more»

Brass Era: 1909 Buick Model 10 “Surrey Seat”

The Brass Era represented the shake-out period for that thing called the horseless carriage. Kicking off in about 1896 and extending until the last Model T came off the line in 1915, the Brass Era was characterized by small-batch… more»

Rebuilt V8: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Some classic cars lead metaphorically colorful lives, while others do so quite literally. This 1970 Mustang Mach 1 fits neatly into the second category and is begging for someone to return it to its former glory. They will start… more»

Original Engine Included: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS

Finding the ideal candidate for a project build can sometimes be challenging, particularly if an enthusiast seeks a car for a faithful restoration. This 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS might tick the boxes for Bow-Tie fans. While its engine bay… more»

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