American Classic Cars

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Rebuilt Hemi V8 Project: 1955 Imperial

The Imperial had been a Chrysler Corp. product since 1926, established as the most luxurious automobile to come out of Highland Park, Michigan. To improve the car’s competitive position against Cadillac and Lincoln, Chrysler spun off the Imperial as… more»

Beau James Hits Hard Times: 1975 GMC Sierra Classic

In the 1970s, General Motors should have offered doctorate classes in marketing.  Despite being the colossus of the automobile industry and one of the largest corporations in the world at that time, the marketing department of General Motors aggressively… more»

50k Original Miles: 1977 Chevrolet Nova

1975 began a new generation for the Chevrolet Nova, appearing a bit more modernized on the outside than its predecessor.  The coupe featured a fresh side look with an extended window behind the door, along with a restyled front… more»

Blank Canvas Project: 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback

Some project candidates require more work than others, and this 1969 Mustang Fastback is no exception. It is missing a few pieces that the new owner could easily obtain if they choose the faithful path. However, they could also… more»

327/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS

Hiding in this garage is an American classic that will set a few pulses racing. This 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS is a stunning vehicle that is more than a mere looker. Its gorgeous exterior hides a pretty potent drivetrain,… more»

A Needy Project Car: 1937 Ford Phaeton

One of the unique body styles that has left us is that of the phaeton.  A phaeton is a carriage or early automobile with four doors and an open top.  The word has its roots in Greek mythology.  It… more»

Running Garage Find: 1955 Pontiac Chieftain

The Pontiacs were all-new for 1955 (just like their counterparts at Chevrolet). The Chieftain was the entry-level model and accounted for 63% of sales that year. Pontiac gained a V8 in ‘55, the first time an eight-cylinder had been… more»

Showroom Fresh: 1968 Pontiac GTO

There are few greater thrills for enthusiasts than opening the doors of a dark and dusty barn or shed to find a desirable classic hidden within. However, that isn’t the case with this 1968 Pontiac GTO. It currently occupies… more»

Rebuilt V-12 with Rare Options: 1948 Lincoln Club Coupe

We profile a plethora of 1942 through 1948 Lincoln Continentals here at Barn Finds.  While there appears to be no shortage of Continentals, you never hear much about the other Lincolns in the lineup.  Once the last of the… more»

Thrifty Rental Racer: 1988 Shelby CSX-T

Many of us know by now that the Shelby Corporation pioneered one of the most clever marketing campaigns ever conceived by allowing consumers to rent its high-performance products at the car rental counter. The Ford Mustang GT350H – the… more»

Last of the Breed: 1961 DeSoto Two-Door Hardtop

In the 1950s, DeSoto was knocking the ball out of the park. The nameplate had migrated upscale from a bread-and-butter necessity in the immediate post-war period, to a fashionista by 1957. That year, Virgil Exner gave the car exuberant… more»

New Steel Included: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Project

One of the challenges when selecting a project candidate is knowing what a buyer will receive for their money. More than one enthusiast has parked a classic in their workshop, only to discover they have opened a particularly nasty… more»

Price Dropped! 1977 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Wagon

UPDATE 06/06/2024: Some sellers are more motivated than others when the time comes to part with their classic. Around a month has passed since we last saw this 1977 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Wagon, and the price has dropped dramatically…. more»

Amazing Dock Find: 1975 Silverline Antigua 18T

If you’re looking to stand out at the next vintage boat show, or just want a boat that’s incredibly unique and useful with room for the whole family, check out this mind-blowing time capsule 1975 Silverline Antigua 18T. I… more»

Museum Find: 1933 Rockne Model 10 Sedan

By the late 1920s, it was becoming apparent to automobile companies that it was better to have individual brands for each tier of automobile you produce.  The most famous example would be the structure used by General Motors, with… more»

77k Original Miles: 1968 Dodge Coronet R/T 440

We’ve recently seen a few excellent examples of Mopar muscle crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1968 Dodge Coronet R/T continues that trend. It probably isn’t perfect, but it appears to be a tidy, high-end driver with… more»

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