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46,819 Mile Garage Find: 1976 Chevrolet Nova

Being a detail person I like the little detail of having a Chevy Bowtie logo on the front market lights of this 1976 Chevrolet Nova. This one-owner car can be found on Craigslist, or here on the CL archive,… more»

No Reserve Old School: 1976 Chevy G10

Van culture is one of my new favorite things, as I’ve begun exploring different Facebook groups since getting my 1981 Toyota HiAce project. This crowd seems to know how to have a good time, with BBQs and camping regularly… more»

1-Owner LX 5.0: 1990 Ford Mustang

Clean Fox Body Mustangs are not easy to find despite their relatively robust production figures. Cheap upgrades, low resale values and plentiful stock all make them prime candidates for abuse. That’s why this one-owner LX 5.0 is such a… more»

One Repaint: 1969 Ford Mustang GT350 Hertz

Rent-A-Racers remain one of the greatest marketing ploys ever conceived, a practice I wish would come back. Race on Sunday, return on Monday could be a matra for these special rental cars, as many of them saw track duty… more»

Preserved Icon: 1948 Indian Chief

The 1948 Indian Chief motorcycle is an icon among vintage machinery, synonymous with the vast empire of American-made bikes that existed following WWII. The Indian factory was located in Springfield, Mass., and with even Harley-Davidson struggling to stay afloat… more»

327/4-Speed ’57 Chevy

An American icon of the classic automotive world, the ’57 Chevy has been raced, restored, customized, and cherished for decades. After many years at rest, this neat hot rod find is an eclectic combination of parts that most certainly… more»

Passed Inspection In 1978: 1963 Oldsmobile Starfire

Said to have been put into storage 39 years ago, this 1963 Pontiac Starfire was recently pulled from its slumber and given what sounds like a thorough once-over to get it back on the road.  Said to be ready… more»

Like A Rocket: 1950 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

After World War Two ended, GM’s designers and engineers must have been anxious to get back to designing and building cars.  This 1950 Oldsmobile 88’s bold styling and powerful engine exemplify this enthusiasm.  The 1950 Eighty-Eight is often described… more»

Roadside Sightings: Classics For Sale In Nevada

Reader Art M recently sent over a roadside sighting in a small town in Nevada. To his surprise, everything was for sale! Here’s is what Art told us about his sighting in his own words. From Art – While RV… more»

BF EXCLUSIVE: 1984 Ford Escort Wagon

Believe it or not, the Ford Escort was Ford’s first American-made front-wheel drive car. This 1984 Ford Escort diesel wagon has been stored for 20 years so it’ll need to be pulled out and checked over before the next… more»

18K Mile Garage Find! 1967 Shelby 427 Cobra

UPDATE: 5/23/18 – This one sold for $1,045,000! FROM 2/25/18 – This is a real-deal, documented, Shelby 427 Cobra that has been stored in a North Carolina garage since 1991.  If you follow the classic car hobby, you know Cobras… more»

YYYYOU’RE OUT! 1962 Plymouth Valiant V200

With summer weather well underway for most of us, what better combination is there than classic cars and baseball? This 1962 Plymouth Valiant V200 has a famous baseball-related owner in its past. This car can be found on Craigslist,… more»

Ex-Harrah’s! 1914 Cartercar Model 7

Thanks to Barn Finds reader Rocco B. who sent us this craigslist ad listing the car for sale! The Cartercar marque has a fascinating history (more about that later), and this particular 1914 Model 7 Touring Car has the… more»

Charming Survivor: 1976 Chevrolet Chevette

I happen to agree with the seller when they mention that this is a “charming survivor of America’s oil crisis days”. This 1976 Chevrolet Chevette is listed on eBay with a single bid of $1,699 and there is no reserve. It’s… more»

Look Out Bulls: 1973 AMC Matador Station Wagon

Car makers have struggled for years with naming their cars. For example, the AMC Matador replaced the Rebel because the name was often associated with the Confederacy. Unfortunately, Matador was unpopular in Puerto Rico. Bullfighting has long been outlawed there… more»

Garage Find: 1972 AMC Gremlin

This 1972 AMC Gremlin wears awesome period colors and some upgraded Rally wheels on new tires. The seller notes it’s been in long-term garage storage and has some rust issues as a result, but overall is a decent driver… more»