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Original L82: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

We always appreciate the input from our readers at Barn Finds, whether it is via article feedback, or spotting wonderful classics for us to feature. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder PRA4SNW for spotting… more»

1 of 100 Tiger Gold: 1965 Pontiac GTO

The Pontiac GTO may have been the surprise hit of the 1964 model year. Introduced as a mid-size muscle car, insiders expected only to sell about 5,000 copies a year. Instead, more than 32,000 were scooped up in its… more»

Dukes Of Hazzard Style: 1976 Plymouth Fury Police Tribute

Throughout the years, there have been lots of 1969 Dodge Chargers dressed up to look like the famous General Lee, an iconic Mopar from the popular The Dukes Of Hazzard TV show.  That’s understandable, as the second-generation Charger looks… more»

“Extremely Original:” 1961 Ford Thunderbird Coupe

By the time the third-generation Thunderbird hit the showrooms in late 1960, it still owned the personal luxury car market. Some say the Studebaker Hawk was in that category, but not really (less than 4,000 1961 Hawks were sold… more»

Low-Mileage Luxury Survivor: 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Regency

Like many GM offerings, the Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight was downsized for its tenth generation of production, which ran from 1977 through 1984.  However, the car remained large enough to provide passengers with hours of comfort, with the headroom and rear… more»

Restored Some Time Ago: 1971 Rupp Hustler

“Curiosity and innovation” were the two words that Herbert Rupp (known as Mick or Mickey) credits for his success in the go-kart, mini-bike, and snowmobile business in the 1960s through the 1970s. This 1971 Rupp Hustler mini-bike is listed… more»

Stuck-Engined Survivor: 1941 Plymouth P11 Two-Door Sedan

One of the most popular video genres in the car world asks the following question: “Will it run?” Intrepid filmmakers of widely varying abilities in the dissimilar crafts of videography and auto mechanics will find a long-dormant old car… more»

442 Inspired Muscle Wagon: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Before the minivan took the world by storm in the mid-eighties, station wagons were still the hot commodity during the previous decade for transporting large families, whether across town or cross-country.  While these were a practical choice, most weren’t… more»

Bare Bones Project: 1972 Chevrolet Nova

If you were looking for a smaller car in 1972 and stopped by your neighborhood Chevrolet dealer, you had two choices to go with. One was the Vega, a relatively new subcompact whose many flaws were starting to reveal… more»

250-Six Survivor: 1966 Chevrolet Biscayne Wagon

Stoat White doesn’t have quite the cache as “Ermine White” does, even though an ermine, a small ferret-like creature, is also known as a stoat. How’s that for an offbeat way to start a post about a very cool… more»

Rust-Free Original: 1981 AMC Spirit DL

Plucky old American Motors entered the 1981 model year with only three car models on their books: the Concord, the Eagle, and the Spirit. None of them were big sellers, so you can be forgiven if you had forgotten… more»

NCRS Award Winner: 1994 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 With 5,920 Miles!

Chevrolet released the original Corvette as its competitor to the classic European sports car. The ‘Vette grew legs through the 1960s as the company slid more and more potent engines under the hood. However, the 1970s hurt the badge… more»

Nicely Optioned: 1961 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible

This 1961 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible is more than a pretty face. The first owner loaded it with factory options, a fact confirmed by the inclusion of the appropriate PHS documentation. It appears to need nothing, and with summer on… more»

29k Documented Miles: 1987 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

Mileage claims, especially those that are extraordinarily low, must often be taken with a grain of salt. However, the game changes significantly if the figure is documented. Such is the case with this 1987 Ford Mustang GT Convertible. The… more»

Chopped Rod: 1931 Ford Model A Coupe

Some classic projects provide a wealth of options as the owner contemplates how they would complete the build. Such is the case with this 1931 Ford Model A Coupe. Its creator treated it to a chop and various mechanical… more»

V6 4-Speed: 1962 GMC 1000 Custom Wideside

GMC pickups from the early to mid-1960s seem to be popping up like weeds lately. Or I should say, like beautiful flowers, since they’re beautiful trucks, in my opinion. I like the GMC models for the unusual factor. We’ve… more»

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