Ford built about 30% of its 1969 Torino GT specimens in this two-door hardtop roof line (17,951 of 79,265 according to TorinoCobra), yet it seems like we see 19 out of 20 Sportsroof (fastback) cars today. Though not especially… more»
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BF Auction: 1965 Ford Falcon Station Wagon
There are many reasons why a classic car might find itself in hibernation, some more complex than others. This 1965 Ford Falcon Station Wagon succumbed to a simple brake issue, which has seen it spend the past forty-three years… more»
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1 Of 3: Shriners 1971 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible
The Shriners have been around for more than 150 years now, assisting the ill and especially focusing on helping children nowadays whose parents are financially challenged to pay for their healthcare. With a system like this in place, the… more»
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Original, But Needs Restoration: 1928 Ford Model A
As we creep towards the 100th anniversary of the first Ford Model A rolling across the assembly line, this iconic car is still very popular with restorers and collectors. It was the last car that you could say Henry… more»
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Custom Frame: 1955 Chevrolet Nomad Project
One of the challenges facing enthusiasts considering a custom build is determining a viable starting point. If the process involves significant mechanical upgrades, sound engineering is key to ensuring that the new toy is safe and reliable when it… more»
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454 Equipped: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
Chrome-bumper C3 Corvettes have been a staple of the classic scene for decades, and pristine examples with the right drivetrain combination can command respectable prices. This 1969 example is far from perfect, requiring a frame-off restoration to reach that… more»
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Watch for Falling Trees! 1976 Ford Bronco
Ford introduced the Bronco in 1976 as an early SUV to compete against the likes of the Jeep CJ-5 and the International Scout. It remained in production until 1996 but was reincarnated in 2021 using modern technology. This ’76… more»
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Update: 1959 King Midget Model 3
UPDATE – This tiny, tired time capsule 1959 King Midget Model 3 is listed for sale again after it was featured last February here on Barn Finds. The same seller has it posted here on eBay in Turlock, California… more»
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“Rust-Free” Older Restoration: 1974 Ford Pinto
Here’s proof that some people actually do restore cars like a 1974 Ford Pinto. It isn’t always Hemi Cudas, Corvettes, and other muscle cars. For what it’s worth (zero), I’m all for restoring cars like Pintos, Vegas, Gremlins, Pacers,… more»
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4X4 Cop Car: 1983 Ford LTD Crown Victoria
For nearly 30 years, the Ford LTD Crown Victorias (and their variants) were popular choices for police work. They were durable, big cars that chased after a lot of bad buys in their day (the last of the rear-wheel… more»
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“Drive It Home”: 1963 Imperial Crown
Ah, to be a fly on the wall in Chrysler Corporation’s styling department in the early 1960s, where asymmetrical and anachronistic sketches were immediately stamped “OK” and sent to the sculptors. OK, that’s an exaggeration, but there’s a refreshing… more»
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29k Original Miles: 2000 Pontiac Trans Am WS6
It was only a few years ago that it was hard to classify any cars produced at the turn of the century as genuine classics. However, when a vehicle is inherently desirable, and the manufacturer is a distant memory,… more»
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408 Stroker: 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda
Homologation vehicles are nothing new as manufacturers seek what is often termed “the unfair advantage” in motorsport. They are less common today but were popular in the late 1960s and 1970s as companies sought a competitive edge in the… more»
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Original Paint: 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
Some classics are what I refer to as a “swings and roundabouts” proposition, as demonstrated by this 1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT. It has spent its life in a dry climate that has protected its steel but has taken… more»
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Original 307: 1972 Chevrolet Nova
The Nova served as one of Chevrolet’s most affordable new car options in the 1960s and 1970s, although the options list was long enough to allow potential buyers to order their new purchase with engines offering excellent performance. This… more»
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Decades In New Mexico: 1971 Dodge D100 383 V8
Coming from three states known for having mostly rust-free vehicles, this 1971 Dodge D100 pickup has a sea of surface rust on the top surfaces but appears to be in really solid condition otherwise. The seller says it’s a… more»
