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T-Top Muscle: 1971 Corvette Stingray

This car looks good at first glance, at least in the ad profile. The idea of a 1971 Corvette with only two owners entices. Who were these people? A young man-about-town who owned the car from new until the… more»

Rust-Free Roller: 1956 Chevrolet Nomad Project

When assessing the relative worth of every vehicle from Chevrolet’s legendary Tri-Five range, the Nomad sits close to the top of the heap. They were expensive when new, meaning sales volumes were extremely low. This 1956 Nomad has seen… more»

Tidy Mach 1 Tribute: 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback

With values climbing for the 1970 Mustang Mach 1, some enthusiasts turn their attention to well-executed tribute vehicles as a more affordable option. That is the opportunity provided by this Mustang Fastback. It was refurbished to its current form… more»

Which Motor? 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible

Total originality is often a key selection criterion when assessing the relative worth of a desirable classic like this 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible. The closer it is to its factory form, the better its long-term investment potential will typically… more»

Original Patina: 1946 Crosley Sedan

All we know about this long-time-stored 1946 Crosley panel two-door sedan is that it “needs restoration,” and that the “engine is out and turns free.” The owner may consider parting it out. It’s on Facebook Marketplace in Easton, Connecticut,… more»

Solid Oregon Survivor: 1981 Chevrolet Chevette

The seller says this 1981 Chevrolet Chevette is originally from Oregon and that’s my personal favorite area to find vehicles that aren’t rusty from road salt or burnt to a crisp by endless sunshine and 100-degree temperatures for months… more»

A Trophy Winner! 1948 Buick Super Convertible

This one’s a looker! Of course, most cars from this era were, as opposed to jacked-up, homogenized blobosauruses that are commonplace today (yeah Buick, I’m talkin’ about you!) The seller claims this 1948 Super convertible is a “Trophy winner… more»

FOUR by FOUR Edition: 1978 Dodge Ramcharger

Many of you remember 1978. Some of you weren’t born yet, but for a good portion of the Barn Finds family of readers, we were alive, and coincidently, Stayin’ Alive was still a big-selling record that year, back when… more»

Built in the USA: 2000 BMW M-Series Z3

The Z3 was a 2-seat sports car built in the U.S. (Greer, South Carolina) by BMW (1995 to 2002). While coupes and roadsters were offered, 93% of sales were for drop-top versions like the seller’s car. With less than… more»

Q-Code Cobra Jet: 1973 Ford Mustang Convertible

Big changes were in store for the Ford Mustang in 1974, as the pony car got a major redesign going into its second generation of production.  The all-new Mustang II was smaller and more fuel efficient, and the timing… more»

500 Horsepower! 1971 Plymouth Road Runner

Hiding in this garage is a 1971 Plymouth Road Runner that is anything but average. It would have offered respectable performance in its original form, but the seller has transformed it into a classic that doesn’t ask for respect…it… more»

Original 428 SCJ Drag Pack: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Few people knew at the time, but the release of the 1969 Mustang Mach 1 would lead to the demise of the badge’s GT derivative. Previously acknowledged as the performance variant, the GT could barely muster 7.5% of the… more»

No Reserve Driver: 1966 Ford Bronco

This 1966 Ford Bronco isn’t totally original, but it is a strong candidate for anyone seeking a tidy classic that can take them deep into the wilderness. The seller added a full top to accommodate a rear seat but… more»

Track Star! 1991 Chevrolet Astro

Ever tire of the ordinary? Need something different? This customized 1991 Chevrolet Astro might be just the thing to get you back on track. The seller describes the Waterford, California creation as “ideal for snow or sand,” and it’s… more»

Squeaky Clean Muscle Car: 1968 Oldsmobile 4-4-2

Oldsmobile was one of the first to join Pontiac in the mid-size muscle car movement. Similar to the GTO, the 4-4-2 (aka 442) initially was an acronym for a 4-barrel carburetor, a 4-speed manual transmission, and dual exhaust. The… more»

440 Six-Pack: 1970 Plymouth Superbird

There have been many thousands of pages written about the 1970 Plymouth Superbird, a homologation special for NASCAR competition. However, I am sure if you scroll through those articles, you will struggle to find the word “subtle” used to… more»

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