American Classic Cars

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440 Six-Pack: 1971 Dodge Charger R/T Tribute

The problem with some classics is that originality and desirability often mean that values are beyond the reach of mere mortals like us. That is where a well-executed tribute can fill the void. This 1971 Dodge Charger rides to… more»

Welcome Upgrades: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop

I’ve always believed that high-end drivers offer enthusiasts a potentially more satisfying ownership experience than pristine classics. I am not belittling perfection, but cars like this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air can be driven without the thought that one errant… more»

First Year 440: 1967 Dodge Charger

Don’t be fooled by its tired exterior, because this 1967 Dodge Charger is a promising project candidate. Looking beyond the tired paint and accumulated surface corrosion reveals a surprisingly solid classic. The fact that it left the line with… more»

Rugged Ride: 1999 Military Humvee

If you’ve been searching for a genuine military vehicle that’s ready for both the road and the trail, this 1999 Humvee listed on Facebook Marketplace in Berlin, Wisconsin might be worth checking out. It’s powered by a 6.5-liter non-turbo… more»

Forgotten Find: 1966 Chevrolet Caprice

A 1966 Chevrolet Caprice with a matching-numbers 396 is up for grabs in Prince George’s County, Maryland, and it sounds like the kind of project that could make a big GM fan very happy. The seller is clear from… more»

Needs Some TLC: 1968 AMC Rebel SST

Whatever you think about American Motors as an automaker, you have to give it to them—they were excellent namemakers. Look at this list of evocative model names: Javelin, Matador, Ambassador, Gremlin, Hornet, and Rebel. In reality, the Rebel wasn’t… more»

Rare T-Top Model: 1988 Pontiac Fiero

When you want to find a vehicle that was made in large quantities but is still one of only a handful ever sold, you have to get down to details Options, colors, factory engine upgrades – the list goes… more»

Charming Survivor: 1963 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova 400 Series

If you’ve been hunting for an early Nova that you can hop in and enjoy right away, this 1963 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova 400 Series might be the sweet spot. Listed here on craigslist out of the Concordia/Cully area… more»

Tri-Power Safari! 1960 Pontiac Station Wagon

We cover 1960 Pontiacs here on BF from time to time, but rarely the station wagon version. Today’s find, courtesy of T.J., is a Catalina Safari, and it’s spectacular looking as well as being unusually equipped. The seller claims… more»

Lots Of New Parts: 1966 Chevrolet Nova

This 1966 Chevy II is already running and driving, with lots of new parts said to have been installed.  I feel this one has good potential to bring it to a higher level, I’m just not sure which way… more»

1 of 1: 1986 Wilt Chamberlain Searcher 1

Whenever I jump into my Lotus Elise Series 1, I’m reminded that even at 6 feet tall, it’s already a struggle to get comfortable. When you’re 7 feet 1 inch tall and can’t fit comfortably in a Lamborghini Countach… more»

Still Underappreciated: 1998 Ford Contour SVT

We likely all have a list of vehicles we would own if time, space, and money were limitless. Sometimes these vehicles represent pure excess – the exotics, the one-of-ones – and other times it’s the complete opposite end other… more»

Hot Wheels: 1967 Manta Mirage Can-Am Kit Car

I have a soft spot for kit cars, having spent countless hours as a kid in the UK poring over kit car magazines during long school holidays, dreaming about one day building my own GT40 replica. There’s something wonderfully… more»

50k Original Miles: 1960 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe

This 1960 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe is a gentle giant and a tidy classic. Its generous exterior dimensions mean that it will never fail to command attention, while the odometer reading of 50,000 original miles should allow it to… more»

Rare Paint and Trim: 1969 Buick GS 350

Rarity claims are not new to us at Barn Finds, with some easier to confirm than others. That brings us to this 1969 Buick GS 350. The seller claims that it is 1-of-70 produced with this paint and trim… more»

Survivor 1941 Cadillac Sedanette

The Bill Mitchell/Harley Earl team modernized most of GM’s designs starting in the late 1930s. The changes at Cadillac jettisoned old-fashioned running boards, incorporated headlamps into fenders, and relocated the spare into the car’s interior. In 1941, Cadillac introduced… more»

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