The Chevy Caprice was in its second full year in 1967 as a separate model, having been released in mid-1965 as an upscale version of the popular Impala. Its purpose was to battle with Ford’s new LTD, which was… more»
American Classic Cars
Numbers-Matching: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner
We always appreciate input from our readers at Barn Finds, whether it is via article feedback or referring classics for us to feature. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Mitchell G. for spotting this… more»
BF Auction: 1977 Jeep Wagoneer
UPDATE: The seller has decided to relist this Wagoneer! Since we last ran it, they’ve had a lot of work done. Their mechanic rebuilt the carburetor, replaced the rear main seal and oil pan gasket, and installed a new… more»
Show Quality: 1957 Ford Thunderbird
We are no strangers to sellers making bold claims at Barn Finds, and the merits of each must be assessed to determine whether they are justified. This 1957 Ford Thunderbird is a perfect example of that philosophy. Its presentation… more»
Cheap Project: 1961 Ford Ranchero
Ford scored a pair of firsts with its Ranchero. The first “first” is obvious: They came to market two years ahead of their arch nemesis, Chevrolet, and its El Camino. Their second first was their decision, starting in the… more»
Paint Or Patina? 1971 Ford LTD Two-Door Hardtop
Cool and tough isn’t how a person normally describes a 1971 Ford LTD, but there it is. I like luxury as much as the next person, but a two-door LTD with “racing wheels”, blackwall tires, and in cosmetic condition… more»
Super Fly Tribute: 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
This 1970 Eldorado might not sport quite as much bling as the Cadillac driven by Youngblood Priest in the Super Fly movie, but it’s an honorable tribute, along with being an effort I’m guessing the late actor Ron O’Neal… more»
Custom Van Culture Artifact: 1977 Dodge B100 Van
Of all the wonderfully glorious things that Americans love, perhaps no greater love exists than that of our passionate desire to drive rear-wheel drive vehicles with V-8 engines under the hood. When emissions and fuel economy standards struck a… more»
Stored for 33 Years: 1948 Chevrolet Stylemaster Town Sedan
There will always be people who don’t feel quite at home in their time and place, and without them, there probably wouldn’t be a car hobby today. In my home state of Michigan, one of the most vivid examples… more»
Custom Chameleon Paint: 1968 Chevrolet Impala SS
One dilemma often encountered during a custom restoration is choosing the proper color for the exterior, which can be tough to decide with so many excellent options available today. A broader idea is to use a color-changing finish, commonly… more»
45K Original Miles: 1993 Cadillac Allante
One of the more encouraging signs of past ownership when it comes to purchasing a hobby vehicle is seeing ongoing dealer service in the log books. This is not because I’m some defender of dealerships, which are known to… more»
Flawless Restoration: 1966 Ford Mustang
Using the word “flawless” when describing a classic that you are trying to sell is a high-risk strategy. However, it is one chosen by the current owner of this 1966 Ford Mustang. There is certainly little to criticize, and… more»
Petty Blue! 1971 Plymouth Roadrunner
The performance car craze was in full swing by the mid 1960s, but as the genre advanced, the feature-content rose – and so did prices. Compounding the price problem, larger engines were ringing alarms at insurers, who began charging… more»
Rare 1996 Pontiac Trans Am SLP Comp T/A
Almost every vehicle manufacturer produces Limited Edition vehicles to celebrate a badge milestone, but this 1996 Pontiac Trans Am is slightly different. The good folks at SLP waved their magic wand over this classic to commemorate the twenty-fifth birthday… more»
















