American Classic Cars

Mar 22, 2025 • For Sale • 9 Comments

Comes With Extra Parts: 1962 Pontiac Tempest Convertible

According to the ads I hear on TV, the radio, and even streaming services, every month is Truck Month in America, but I believe it’s time for March to make a change: it’s Y-Body month here at Barn Finds…. more»

Mar 22, 2025 • For Sale • 29 Comments

“Bullet Nose” 1951 Studebaker Commander

How did the 1950-51 Commander acquire its beak? The styling was a pivot point in the Titanic struggle between Raymond Loewy and Virgil Exner – two large egos squeezed together into Studebaker’s design studio for several years. Assigned to… more»

Mar 22, 2025 • For Sale • 27 Comments

What’s It Worth? 1968 Dodge Charger

For about the price of a GTO, you could have this 1968 Dodge Charger in a brilliant orange hue that the company called “Hemi Orange.” Even the color Is fast! Now, I know that it’s sacrilege to even suggest… more»

Mar 22, 2025 • For Sale • 12 Comments

Earnhardt Owned: 2002 Chevrolet Camaro SS Intimidator Edition

The passing of Dale Earnhardt in February 2001 left a void in NASCAR that will likely never be filled. Those of us who were privileged enough to see him in action will never forget his uncompromising approach to racing,… more»

Mar 22, 2025 • For Sale • 23 Comments

Plaid Seats Project: 1979 Ford Pinto

The Pinto was Ford’s first subcompact car, on the U.S. market from 1971 to 1980 (along with Mercury’s mini-me, the Bobcat, for half that time). It was ordinary in terms of its engineering with rear-wheel-drive. More than three million… more»

Mar 22, 2025 • For Sale • 5 Comments

No Reserve: Supercharged 1980 Pontiac Trans Am

The biggest criticism leveled at cars from The Malaise Era is that they typically represented a triumph of style over substance. Classics like this 1980 Pontiac Trans Am possessed the iconic look but were sure to disappoint their owners… more»

Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 13 Comments

Original Condition: 1980 Ford Mustang Cobra (?)

The most valuable of the street-going Fox Body Mustang Cobras is undoubtedly the ’93 model, the ultimate version of this long-running platform. With a 235-horsepower 5.0 V8 and SVT-tuned suspension, it’s hard to argue with the market, but one… more»

Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 11 Comments

1 of 2,434: 1959 Chrysler New Yorker Project

When the Chrysler New Yorker retired in 1996, it was the longest-running U.S. nameplate at the time. It was Chrysler’s most prestigious product (excluding the Imperial often sold without Chrysler badging). The seller’s 1959 edition is from the company’s… more»

Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 12 Comments

The Other Vista Cruiser: 1965 Buick Sport Wagon

In some circles, the Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is a classic station wagon because of its raised roof and unique skylights. It was built between 1964 and 1972 on a mid-size platform. However, Buick sold the same type of period… more»

Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 18 Comments

Mach 1 Project: 1970 Ford Mustang

41,000! That’s how many 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1s were assembled, and by my count, I think we have reviewed every single one! Well, when enough’s just right, too much is perfect or something like that. Here’s another, but… more»

Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 13 Comments

Running V8 Four-Speed! 1965 Mustang Coupe

Newly revived after an estimated 15 years, this 1965 Ford Mustang coupe in Dallas, Texas shows high promise for a second life. Dry metal from a life in California and Texas, a running V8 four-speed powertrain, center console with… more»

Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 4 Comments

Bullnose Diesel: 1985 Ford F-250 XL

Two legendary items in one picture: first, you have a Ford F-Series pickup from the “bullnose” generation, one of the most beloved eras of Ford’s iconic workhorse. Second, this F-250 is equipped with the 6.9L IDI diesel engine, an… more»

Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments

T-Tops and Louvers: 1982 Ford Mustang

As someone who loves the 1980s, there are certain features that just make a car or truck stand out. Sometimes, you get lucky and see all of those details in one tempting package as we see with this clean… more»

Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 23 Comments

City Cruiser: 1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Club Coupe

The advent of the VW Beetle shook the US auto industry to its core – but not right away. The car was tiny, tinny, and its tail was full of motor. Sales were slow until in 1959, VW’s “Think… more»

Mar 21, 2025 • For Sale • 16 Comments

Nicest One Left? 1993 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer Tahoe LT

UPDATE: 03/21/2025: Five months have passed since we last saw this 1993 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer, and it appears it is still searching for a new home. I must give the seller credit for persistence because lesser mortals would have… more»