In 1955, 69 years ago, Kaiser made their last car in the U.S., that’s hard to believe. A merger with Willys-Overland in 1953 prolonged the inevitable for a couple of years, and they were made in South America until… more»
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Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
62k Original Miles: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Y88 SE
Some classics leave buyers with potentially difficult decisions to make. Such is the case with this 1978 Pontiac Trans Am Y88 SE. It is an original and solid survivor with no pressing needs. However, what is the best path… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • Stories • 15 Comments
Bucket List Find! 1989 Ford F350 Bucket Truck
Thirty-six years ago nearly to the day, a humble one-ton cab and chassis left its mechanical birthplace bound for New Jersey. In the land of no left turns, skilled workers fitted a utility box and something of extreme utility: … more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Rare Woodie Convertible! 1969 Chrysler Newport
Throughout the 1960s and beyond, the Newport was Chrysler’s “entry-level” automobile, though nothing about a Chrysler would be considered basic. In 1969, they built just 2,169 Newport drop-tops of which as few as 250 could have come with the… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
23K Mile 1989 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
GM has always had a way for customers to use the option list to tailor a car to their interests. This concept is readily apparent if you look at the history of the Camaro. From beach cruiser Camaro convertibles… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Restored, Then Stored: 1940 Diamond T 306
Wish this rare truck could tell its story – because it was given a thorough restoration twenty years ago, then immediately stored. Why! Was it a shop project for a graduating local community college? Was the restorer simply tired… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
31k Mile 1977 Pontiac Firebird
In 1977 Pontiac gave the Firebird another design haul. They added four square headlights, a lower profile formula hood, and several different engine options. These cars are about as iconic as it gets, their profile dots dozens of movies… more»
Nov 29, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
28k Miles: 1986 Chevrolet Caprice Estate Wagon
GM downsized its full-size cars in 1977 to be more fuel efficient by way of lower weight and smaller engines. This generation (1977 to 1991) of the Chevy Caprice would remain popular, including the Estate Wagon, which was akin… more»
Nov 28, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Make Some Mach 1 Memories: 1972 Mustang SportsRoof
Crusty, crunchy, and looking like its paint was applied decades ago and allowed to deteriorate with time, this 1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1 SportsRoof is awaiting a new owner in Tempe, Arizona. That could be you, if you participate… more»
Nov 28, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
19k Mile 7-UP Edition: 1990 Ford Mustang LX 5.0
Only 4,103 1990 Ford Mustang LX 5.0 7-UP cars were produced. Initially, the car was 7-UP inspired and designed for the NCAA basketball championship giveaway but it was canceled and Ford decided to produce a limited run for the… more»
Nov 28, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Eight-Passenger 1985 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
A perfect Thanksgiving human hauler, this 1985 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser wagon has an extra seat in the back to make it an eight-passenger vehicle. Those of us who grew up in the drive-in movie era know that you can… more»
Nov 28, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Rare Color 1985 Pontiac Grand Prix
The Pontiac Grand Prix was produced from 1962 to 2008 and underwent many design changes. The ’85 came with optional two-tone paint and an ETR stereo system with push buttons instead of dials. The car came with the option… more»
Nov 28, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
302-Powered Kit: 1957 Ford Thunderbird
The 1955-57 Ford Thunderbird was a more successful 2-seat automobile than the 1953-55 Chevrolet Corvette. But they had different target markets and the Ford handily outsold the Chevy. At first glance, you’d think this beauty is a real 1957… more»
Nov 28, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
28K Miles: 1990 Dodge Power Ram 150 4×4
“Nearly museum quality” is how the seller describes this retired-veteran-owned 1990 Dodge Power Ram 150 4×4 pickup, and with just 27,995 miles on the odometer, they could be right. There is one disclaimer: they say that due to 1990s… more»
Nov 28, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
One Cylinder of Fury: 1967 King Midget
It seems that in the ’60s, it was totally normal to order a car kit from the back of a magazine and put it together in your garage. Barn Find has profiled countless kit cars, replicas, and sports cars… more»
Nov 28, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Sleeper Potential: 1956 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery
The Chevrolet Delivery Sedan (aka Sedan Delivery) was based on the entry-level 150 2-door station wagon. During the “Tri-Five” era of 1955 to 1957, nearly 30,000 were produced, though a far cry from the almost five million automobiles the… more»
