Muscle cars were still popular in 1970, but the tides had begun to change. Insurance companies were raising premiums, emissions controls were tightening, and gasoline would soon no longer be cheap. Yet, Chevrolet managed to sell more than 53,000… more»
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Apr 10, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Barn Find Project: 1957 Ford Thunderbird
One of Ford’s offerings that gracefully stood the test of time was the Thunderbird, starting as a two-seater in 1955 and then quickly adapting itself to changing market segments throughout its eleven generations. The T-Bird grew a rear passenger… more»
Apr 10, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Pristine Pathfinder Conversion: 1981 GMC Vandura 4×4
The 1970s and 1980s were fascinating times in the automotive industry with the prevalence of aftermarket companies cozying up to the big OEMs. It was seemingly never easier to be a small outfit and able to build vehicles fresh… more»
Apr 10, 2024 • Auctions • 29 Comments
BF Auction: 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400
UPDATE – The seller has asked us to relist this Pontiac, but with a lower reserve! If you have any questions, please let us know. If this Firebird looks familiar, that’s because we auctioned it back in September of… more»
Apr 10, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Fresh 327: 1959 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
When a seller states that their pride and joy needs little but a new home, it is best to take such claims with a grain of salt. Such is the case with this 1959 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe. It… more»
Apr 10, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Running Project: 1968 Ford Mustang GT Fastback
We see plenty of First Generation Mustangs crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and it is easy to understand why. Ford produced these cars in extraordinary numbers, and they remain as popular and desirable now as they were when… more»
Apr 10, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Solid Project: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
It is always sad to find a classic whose restoration stalled many years ago, and the car has languished in a barn, largely forgotten. That is the story of this 1964 Corvette Convertible. However, the vehicle is virtually complete,… more»
Apr 10, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
No Reserve: 1971 Plymouth GTX
Competition is typically fierce when a desirable muscle car hits the market, especially if the seller lists the car with No Reserve. The interest is heightened if the vehicle is numbers-matching, while a specific combination of factory options ensures… more»
Apr 10, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
What’s Under the Tarp? 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible
When driving unfamiliar roads, do you find yourself looking around for interesting cars in and around homes? Maybe a glance into a sideyard reveals an old car rotting in the sun. Or is there something car-shaped under a tarp… more»
Apr 9, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
A Big Barn Find! 1971 Cadillac Eldorado
“It has been stored in the family’s run-down barn for the last 30 years” so claims the seller of this 1971 Cadillac Eldorado convertible. Well, this first-year, ninth generation (’71-’76) Eldorado is as big as a barn at 222… more»
Apr 9, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Original 318: 1971 Plymouth Satellite Sebring
Tackling any form of project build requires deep commitment, and it is almost inevitable that the process will deliver a few unexpected extra tasks along the way. The most challenging for some will be addressing rust problems, but that… more»
Apr 9, 2024 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Supercharged Sedan: 1954 Kaiser Manhattan
“The only ’54 car for under $6,000 equipped with [sic] supercharger. the ’54 Kaiser’s performance must be experienced to be believed. Developed with Kaiser and McCulloch engineers, Kaiser’s supercharger is controlled by a solenoid switch on the accelerator. It… more»
Apr 9, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
383 V8 Project: 1969 Dodge Charger SE
Trivia question: What Chrysler product saw its sales grow by a multiple of six between 1967 and 1968? The Dodge Charger, of course. A redesign of the B-bodied intermediates did the trick, bringing the tally from under 16,000 units… more»
Apr 9, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Gentleman’s Pickup: 1959 Chevrolet El Camino
In 1957, Ford introduced the Ranchero, a 2-door pickup based on a station wagon platform. Chevy would join the mix in 1959 with its El Camino, which initially only lasted for two years even though it outsold the Ford…. more»
Apr 9, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Stored 40 Years: Rare 1970 Buick GS 455 Convertible
While Buick built just over 20,000 Gran Sports in 1970, the convertible was hard to find when new. Just 1,416 droptops left the factory of which only 232 had the Stage 1 option. The seller bought this garage find… more»
Apr 9, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Classic Sport Wagon Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad
I’ve never understood why the “Sport Wagon” never took off. By that I mean the 1955-57 Chevy Nomad and its corporate cousin the Pontiac Safari. Perhaps they were too fancy to be used to haul around stuff. Or they… more»
