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Mr. Clean’s Mustang: 1977 Ford Mustang II Ghia

Every once in a while, you run across someone who takes car care to a whole different level.  A really, really different level.  Thanks to a tip from faithful reader Pat L., I think we have found an example… more»

Great Project: 1967 Ford Galaxy 500

Wow!  My kind of project car here.  This appears to be a very original and solid 1967 Galaxy.  Enjoy driving it as you tackle small projects on the weekends.  Or enjoy it now for the summer and tear it… more»

This Well-Kept Pinto Is The Bomb!

Some of our more seasoned readers may remember highways filled with all manner of Ford’s Pinto subcompacts, and fewer still may recall the angry swarm of bees sound a field full of them made when they were the kings… more»

Reader Find: Barbie Doll Corvette

Barn Finds reader Bill W submitted what can be conservatively referred to as an interesting Craigslist find. This 1985 Corvette can be found for sale here on craigslist in New Jersey, with no price advertised and with 29,000 original miles on… more»

Original Or Upgraded? 1987 Buick Grand National

Let’s get pedantic about semantics. The seller of this 1987 Buick Grand National refers to it as “mostly original” in one breath, then immediately pivots to “many upgrades to fuel braking and turbo [sic] systems.” What is the relationship… more»

1966 Ford Mustang – Is It Original?

Is it original, or is it not? (those of a certain generation will be thinking “is it live, or is it Memorex?”) This 1966 Mustang is being sold by its third owner and for the first time since 2005…. more»

Daily Driver: 1979 Avanti

The age-old debate of dailying a classic or otherwise vintage vehicle continues in many enthusiast circles, with proponents saying it’s the only way to fly and those against the idea recounting numerous negative experiences of being stranded on the… more»

Period Correct Accessory: Nomad Surf Board

Although the 2017 4th of July is quickly becoming a distant memory, there’s plenty of ways to celebrate the stars and stripes via automotive accessories. This awesome vintage surfboard from the legendary Nomad Surf Shop in Boynton Beach, Florida… more»

Jade Jewelry: 1976 Ford Thunderbird

So pull that cover back and show this green beauty! By 1976, the Ford Thunderbird had gone from being a sporty personal luxury car to a monstrously large luxury coupe. It was still pretty cool, though, and 52,935 of… more»

Business Opportunity: 1946 Dodge Wayfarer

A solid and affordable business coupe is always difficult to say “no” to, and this ’49 Dodge Wayfarer is certainly an attention grabber with its solid original appearance. With very little changed in its lifetime other than a 12… more»

Shell Game: 1948 Chevrolet Loadmaster Tanker

I’ve been known to collect (hoard?) things: matchbook covers, post cards, guitars, cars, and probably other things that I can’t think of now. If I were to ever start hoarding 1,100 gallons of gasoline at a time, this 1948… more»

Tarmac Tram: 1959 Ford P-400 Ground Transport

This unusual Ford truck started its life as a transporter at the Douglas Aircraft Company airfield in Long Beach, California. Somehow it’s accrued 75,000 miles, but it hasn’t traveled very far; reader Rocco B found it on craigslist, still… more»

Wood Slats, STAT: Barn Find Lil’ Red Express

This is just plain cool: a genuine Dodge Lil’ Red Express truck that was used daily up until 2004. It has 132,000 miles and the original graphics likely burned off from exposure. The seller knew of the truck and… more»

AM Radio Included: 1983 Mercury Lynx

Despite once roaming American roads in vast quantities, economy cars from the 80s are scarcely seen today. But if you were to spot one, it wouldn’t surprise me to learn it was a 1980s-era Ford Escort (extra points if… more»

Keep Your Scanners Peeled! 1982 Pontiac Trans AM “KITT”

David Hasselhoff? Check. George Barris? Check. Tribute to popular essential 1980s TV show? Double check. If you’ve ever wanted to own an ’82 Trans Am, talk to KITT, drive a super cool TV car, or drive around pretending to… more»

Polluting Pony: 1978 Ford Pinto Wagon

Just because the color is minty fresh doesn’t mean this Pinto wagon is clean! Its Fort Collins, Colorado-based seller is letting it go because it won’t pass local emissions tests; guess I won’t be picking it up and bringing… more»