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BF Exclusive: Ford GPW Jeep

For military vehicle enthusiasts, few projects have the instantly recognizable character of an early Ford GPW. This Ford GPW 1/4-ton 4×4 is offered as a Barn Finds Exclusive for just $3,950, and while it needs a complete restoration, the seller says… more»

BF Exclusive: 1947 Lincoln Convertible Coupe Hot Rod

Every so often, a genuine long-term discovery surfaces with a history that makes you want to know more. This 1947 Lincoln Convertible certainly qualifies. Offered as a Barn Finds Exclusive in Apollo, Pennsylvania, for $11,500, the seller says this… more»

Paisley Trim: 1971 Plymouth Fury Gran Coupe

Plymouth introduced the Fury Gran Coupe in 1971 as a successor to the VIP (Very Important Plymouth?). The latter had not been a big seller next to the Ford LTD and Chevrolet Caprice, so maybe Chrysler thought this change… more»

This Is The End (Sorta): 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora

Pity poor Oldsmobile. They went from having the number-one-selling model in 1977 to nonexistence in 2004. And it’s not like they didn’t try. Change came in 1995 with the new Aurora sedan – Oldsmobile didn’t even want to call… more»

Split Personality: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro/ Corvette Mashup

This 1973 Chevrolet Camaro is one of those customs that some spectators might see as the best of both worlds, while others will likely interpret it as a Chevy with an identity crisis.  However, regardless of one’s particular viewpoint,… more»

Languished Luxury: 1966 Ford LTD

The Ford LTD was in its second year in 1966, an upscale version of the Galaxie 500 that the company promoted as being quieter than a Rolls-Royce. This 4-door hardtop ran when it was parked in a fancy barn… more»

Roller + Parts: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is less of a barn find and more of a yard find. It’s a sad and sorry sight, one that requires deep dedication if the new owner wishes to return this classic to its rightful… more»

Indy Pace Car Project: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Convertible

Rarity claims are sometimes challenging to confirm, and such is the case with the 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Convertible Indy 500 Pace Car Replica. Various sources suggest that the production tally could be anywhere between 100 and 300 vehicles,… more»

Parked 47 Years: 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible

Ford treated its hot Mustang “pony car” to a styling refresh in 1967, though the car was still unmistakably a Mustang. Sales dropped by more than 20%, but that was largely due to the arrival of a plethora of… more»

Uncommon Convertible: 1962 Pontiac Tempest

Every auto company seemed to be getting in on the compact car craze in the early sixties. Some manufacturers went with the traditional “large car” layout and just shrunk everything. Chevrolet tried to emulate the VW “Bug” with their… more»

Running Project: 1977 Dodge Aspen

The Dodge Aspen replaced the Dart as the Chrysler division’s compact car for the second half of the 1970s. Its badge-engineered companion was the Plymouth Volare, and both automobiles were in production from 1976 to 1980. The seller has… more»

One Owner: 2003 Pontiac Aztek AWD

The golden rule in vehicle styling is that if a designer can’t create a vehicle that is achingly beautiful, it should at least look inoffensive. Pontiac achieved that goal on many occasions but was lampooned when it released the… more»

Four Carburetors: 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Monza

The Chevrolet Corvair was one of the most unusual (if not the most unusual) U.S. produced automobiles of the 1960s. With its air-cooled, rear-mounted engine, it was unlike anything else on the market – sans the Volkswagen Beetle. It… more»

Nose Job: 1949 Studebaker Starlight

Everybody has their likes and dislikes when it comes to particular features on classic cars, and what one enthusiast considers great styling might not be appreciated by the next person that comes along.  This 1949 Studebaker Starlight coupe is… more»

Cheap Royal Knight: 1980 Chevrolet El Camino SS

If someone were so inclined, they could easily write a book about Special Edition vehicles in automotive history. However, such a book would make “War and Peace” look like a spot of light reading. This 1980 Chevrolet El Camino… more»

67k Original Miles: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible

Some classics have so many positive attributes that isolating one as its most outstanding is seemingly impossible. Such is the case with this 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible. It has belonged to the same owner since 1967 and has clocked… more»