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Blank Canvas Project: 1970 Ford Bronco

To the casual observer, it may seem that we feature plenty of First Generation Broncos at Barn Finds. That could be a fair observation, but we do so for a sound set of reasons. When Ford released the vehicle… more»

Twin Carburetors: 1965 Ford Mustang

This Mustang started like many of the 559,000 copies that Ford built for 1965. It was assembled in September 1964 with a C-code 289 cubic inch V8, which would have included a 2-barrel carburetor. That’s largely where the car… more»

Upgraded 400: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

When a seller uses the word “anemic” to describe a classic pony car, there’s a fair chance the vehicle in question emerged at the end of the 1970s. Such is the case with this Pontiac Trans Am. By the… more»

Would You Restore This 1966 Ford Mustang GT Convertible?

I’ve posed a legitimate question with this 1966 Mustang GT Convertible, and it will be interesting to gauge our reader feedback. The owner located the Convertible about 2-years-ago languishing in a barn. It had occupied that spot for around… more»

1989 McDonnell Douglas MD-88 RV?

Do you have a truck that can haul 20,000 pounds? If so, this 1989 McDonnell Douglas MD-88 is a possible RV conversion and it may be what you’ve been looking for. I’m fairly sure that you won’t see another… more»

Fresh 383: 1970 Dodge Coronet Super Bee

Some project cars tick more of the right boxes than others, and finding the correct candidate to suit your needs can take time and patience. If you have been searching for a rock-solid classic American muscle car, this 1970… more»

Bronco Alternative? 1961 International Scout 80

With the outrageous prices that Ford’s Bronco (’66-’77) has been commanding, which is hard to believe knowing their plebian bearing, it makes one wonder if International’s Scout (’61-’80) will be the next big (small) thing in retro SUVing. We… more»

Vintage Truck Project: 1955 Chevrolet Apache

General Motors’ trucks were redesigned in 1955, moving from the Advance Design platform to that of the Task Force. While GMC offered the same trucks, in the Chevy arena the light-duty trucks models were called the Apache, medium-duty units… more»

Vintage Hot Rod Parts! 1932 Ford Roadster

Thanks to their popularity, old Fords were once as disposable as empty pop cans, and the post-World War II era saw hot-rodders turn them into all manner of fast and sometimes dangerous contraptions. This 1932 Ford Roadster in Mesa,… more»

1941 Sperry 60-Inch Antiaircraft Searchlight!

Here’s your next daily driver, if you’re trying to drive WWII-era enemy aircraft away. I ran across this and couldn’t resist showing it here. This is a 1941 Sperry 60-Inch Antiaircraft Searchlight and they don’t come up for sale… more»

Fiberglass Parts Car: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette

The Chevy Corvette barely survived past 1955, but some new styling and the availability of a V8 engine saved a car that’s still in production today. This 1957 edition was once a racer and all that remains are fiberglass… more»

Motorhome Conversion: 1949 Flxible Clipper Bus

At one time, The Flxible Company was one of the largest transit-bus manufacturers in the U.S. And one of their mainstay products was the Clipper intercity coach, which was built between 1937-50 (with a brief hiatus during World War… more»

Low Numbers: 1960 Pontiac Star Chief Sedan

Having been a top drawer model at one time, the Pontiac Star Chief underwent a demotion over the years so by 1960, it was reduced to a downgraded Bonneville but still rode on the Bonneville’s long 124″ wheelbase. The… more»

Spotless Presentation: 1979 Chevrolet C-10 Stepside Pickup

Stating that a particular classic may be the best example in existence is a bold call, but I am willing to stick out my neck with this 1979 Chevrolet C-10 Stepside Pickup. Its overall presentation is stunning, and a… more»

10-Footer Ghia: 1979 Ford Mustang LX

This 1979 Ford Mustang Ghia took me by surprise. For a Fox-body, it’s one of the more unusual trims out there, as it’s the mid-range LX equipped with the luxury-themed Ghia trim and has a 5.0L V8 under the… more»

No Reserve Garage Find: 1929 Ford Model A Pickup

While it isn’t perfect, this 1929 Ford Model A Pickup presents well enough that its next owner could drive it essentially untouched to enjoy the classic motoring experience. The seller recently unearthed it in a private collection, and it… more»

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