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No Taxi Here! 1969 Checker Marathon Station Wagon

When Barn Finds reader Ted sent us the tip on this 1969 Checker Marathon Station Wagon, he mentioned not remembering ever seeing one before, and I’m not sure I have either, at least not in person.  While the company… more»

No Reserve 429 Cobra Project: 1970 Ford Torino

The Ford Torino and Fairlane 500 intermediates got an entirely new body style for 1970, solely designed by stylist Bill Shenk, who started with a sketch that progressed into a full-size clay model.  The story goes that Lee Iacocca,… more»

26k Miles? Well-Sorted 1956 Continental Mark II

What do this 1956 Continental Mark II and the 1951 Packard have in common? Not much, but their styling teams were led by the same man, John Reinhart. It’s not a bad legacy to have one’s name attached to… more»

8K Original Miles! 1987 Buick Regal Turbo T

The Buick Regal is a car that can wear many hats depending on which performance-grade you choose. A standard-issue Regal is a lazy grandma-spec cruiser, while a GNX is a high-performance, limited-production icon that goes for big money. However,… more»

True Survivor: 1966 Ford Mustang

It is fair to say that there were a few unhappy people wandering the corridors of power at Ford as the 1960s dawned. Edsel remained a recent raw memory, and what the company needed to restore investor confidence was… more»

Original Tri-Power: 1965 Pontiac GTO

This 1965 Pontiac looks low and menacing from this angle, and the grille badge confirms that we are dealing with a motoring legend. We always appreciate your input at Barn Finds, and I must say a big thank you… more»

Estate Find: 1962 Pontiac Bonneville Sports Coupe

UPDATE 03/22/2025: We’ve recently seen a few classics crossing our desks at Barn Finds where the seller hasn’t tasted success on their attempt to send their pride and joy to a new home. This 1962 Pontiac Bonneville is a… more»

Selling Gramps’ Rambler: 1958 Rambler Six Super

The person listing this beautiful 1958 Rambler Six Super sedan says they’re selling it for “gramps” as gramps isn’t able to safely drive anymore due to health issues. I don’t know if any of you have been down that… more»

Garage-Kept: 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V

The market is awash with potential candidates if an enthusiast is considering dipping their toe into the water of classic ownership for the first time. The decision can sometimes be difficult as they balance affordability with their heart’s desire…. more»

Three-Wheel Thrills! 1981 HMV Freeway

If you’re looking for the kind of thrill you get on a Slingshot or Spyder, unfortunately this ain’t it. What it IS, however, is what some would call the predecessor of those. This 1981 HMV Freeway is up for… more»

28K-Miles! 1973 Lincoln Continental Town Car

It really doesn’t matter if you have garage space or not, someone please buy this fantastic 1973 Lincoln Continental Town Car! You’ll need a big garage, or you can rent a storage unit, maybe store it in a neighbor’s… more»

40k Miles? 1984 Lincoln Continental Mark VII Bill Blass Designer Series

The ’70s and ’80s brought us some interesting partnerships between designer brands and American automakers. The Oleg Cassini Matador. The Fila Thunderbird. The Cartier Town Car. And this Mark VII Bill Blass Designer Edition. Although Mr. Blass passed away… more»

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»

“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»

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»

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»

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