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$500 Project: 1995 Oldsmobile 88 Royale

At first glance, this 1995 Oldsmobile 88 Royale looks like a bargain, as it’s priced at only $500.  Even after viewing the entire ad, five Ben Franklin bills still sounds fairly reasonable, despite a couple of blunders we’ll investigate… more»

Original 340: 1973 Plymouth Cuda Project

Back in 1970, things were still looking bright for the muscle car market, when the third and final generation of the Plymouth Barracuda was introduced.  However, in what seemed like the blink of an eye, everything from rising insurance… more»

BF Auction: 1963 Ford Thunderbird

I can measure my life as a progression of favorite Thunderbirds. When I was 16, the two-seaters were hot collectibles, and I couldn’t decide if I was in the ’55 or the ’56 camp (I never did figure that… more»

Dirt Nap: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

How long will a 1970’s era car last exposed to the elements? Does a layer of dirt covering the car help protect it? These are questions we don’t want to find out here at Barn Finds. We would rather… more»

BF Auction: 2003 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

After a successful BF Auction for his 1949 Ford F1, Andy has decided to auction off his other truck. While it’s also a Ford, it’s a bit more modern and functional. This 2003 Explorer Sport Trac is honestly a… more»

29k Original Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Nova

We’ve recently seen a few examples of the Third Generation Chevrolet Nova at Barn Finds, and this 1969 example doesn’t pretend to be something it isn’t. It is a rock-solid vehicle with a V8 under the hood and a… more»

Not an SS Clone: 1972 Chevrolet Nova

The 1968 to 1972 generation of the Chevrolet Nova is one of the most-cloned muscle cars from that era. So, it’s refreshing when we run across one that is not a tribute, like this 1972 example of the 2-door… more»

Rare Two-Tone: 1985 Chevrolet Corvette With 19k Original Miles

Rarity claims are nothing new in the classic world, and some stand scrutiny better than others. This 1985 Chevrolet Corvette features a paint combination that was only chosen by around 5% of buyers, but that is the tip of… more»

4-Speed Survivor: 1971 Plymouth Duster 340

There are many reasons why an enthusiast might decide to part with a beloved classic, but there are few sadder than when the motivation is a combination of age and failing health. That is the story behind this 1971… more»

One Family Owned: No Reserve 1988 Chevrolet Camaro

A known ownership history, low odometer reading, and a No Reserve auction. Those are just three of the reasons why some readers may be irresistibly drawn to this 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. Its overall condition undoubtedly helps its cause, while… more»

No Reserve: 1981 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne

We’ve recently seen a few classics at Barn Finds that don’t immediately make a positive impression. However, taking a closer look at this 1981 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne reveals a project Pickup loaded with promise. It spent its life in… more»

1973 Chevrolet Corvette L82 With 38K Miles

What to make of the 1973 Chevrolet Corvette? It looks different coming than it does going. Well, that’s because 1973 was a challenging year for the automotive scene in the U.S. Not only were emission control standards tightening, but… more»

Survivor Sedan: 1969 Buick Skylark Custom

Twilight Blue is a great color for this 1969 Buick Skylark Custom four-door sedan, it’s positively regal (cough). It’s not a coveted two-door hardtop, convertible, or even a four-door hardtop sedan, but the regular (post) four-door sedan was what… more»

Rebuilt 350: 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Muscle car fans of all ages would love to own one of Oldsmobile’s heavy hitters of 1969, such as the white and gold Hurst/Olds or a W-31 Cutlass with its frenetic 350 small block. Less well-known are the grocery… more»

1 of 832 Project: 1969 Buick GS Stage I

Muscle cars were all the rage in 1969, especially with mid-size automobiles. Over at General Motors, you had the Pontiac GTO, Chevy Chevelle SS, Oldsmobile 442, and Buick’s Gran Sport (or GS). The GS was the most opulent of… more»

Stunning Restoration: 1940 Buick Eight Two-Door

Sorry, I had to dip into the ’40s again. You’d think these vehicles would attract value-seekers at some point, despite the less-than-sporty driving experience. This 1940 Buick Eight two-door is offered here on eBay for $14,500; it comes out… more»

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