When Ford replaced the two-passenger Thunderbird with a much more conventional coupe, purists were justifiably outraged. While the original Thunderbird was one of the most gorgeous designs in automotive history, its successor was dubbed somewhat derisively “Squarebird.” Decades later,… more»
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Runs and Drives: 1939 Pontiac Sport Coupe
Pontiac fans owe a lot to Frank Hershey. During the Great Depression, sales of all cars plunged. So dire was the situation that to save money General Motors resorted to combining Pontiac and Chevrolet, and then considered killing the… more»
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One Year Only: 1986 Pontiac Grand Prix 2+2
It is often said that racing improves the breed, and the move by Formula One to a hybrid drivetrain has seen the equivalent technology in road cars evolve at an unprecedented pace. Manufacturers will always seek what is commonly… more»
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Crusty But Unique: 1978 Ford F-250 Super Duper Cab
If you read Barn Finds long enough, you are going to see every type of vehicle under the sun. That includes the custom ones you never knew existed. Take for example this 1978 Ford F-250 Super Cab for sale… more»
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1999 Ford Crown Victoria LX With 1,200 Genuine Miles!
Bold claims are nothing new in the classic world, and some stand close scrutiny better than others. Such is the case with this 1999 Ford Crown Victoria LX. It presents well for a vehicle of this type and age,… more»
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How Original Is This Car? 1938 Buick Business Coupe
If you are looking for a solidly built prewar classic to drive and enjoy, you would be hard-pressed to find anything better than a Buick. As you can expect from good choices, Buicks demand a premium over many other… more»
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Real Barn Find: 1972 Dodge Challenger Rallye
From a performance standpoint, the first-generation Dodge Challenger only had a couple of really great years, based solely on engine availability. But the looks department remained strong for the duration, as the basic body style stayed pretty much the… more»
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Affordable Classic: 1992 Cadillac Allante
So close, and yet so far: the Cadillac Allante seemingly had all the ingredients of being a home run, but a variety of issues kept it from becoming the star it was destined to be. This 1992 model has… more»
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BF Auction: 1964 Pontiac LeMans GTO
This 1964 Pontiac GTO has been part of the same family since Day One. It was ordered by the current owner’s father, who heavily modified it. He parked it in a garage in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1974. His son… more»
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Affordable Daily Driver: 1995 Buick Skylark Coupe
A car doesn’t necessarily need to be a bona fide classic to justify more than a passing glance. This 1995 Buick Skylark Coupe demonstrates that. It is one of the tidiest examples you will find in the current market,… more»
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Rust-Free Roller: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302 Project
Ford has enjoyed a long commitment to motorsport, achieving significant success globally. However, nowhere was this approach better demonstrated than in the development of its Mustang Boss 302. It was designed to compete in the cut-and-thrust Trans Am series,… more»
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Rare 5-Speed? 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Rarity claims for classic cars must be taken with a pinch of salt. Almost any vehicle can fall into that category with the right options combination, but this 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme might be the real deal. Its original… more»
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No Reserve Return: 1966 Fiberfab Banshee
Regular readers will probably recognize this 1966 Fiberfab Banshee. We previously saw it in June 2021, but it has hit the market again. Feedback on this classic was positive last time, although some raised reservations about the price. These… more»
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No Reserve 1996 Ford Bronco Eddie Bauer
The Ford Bronco is about as classic as they come in the world of square body trucks, and one wonders whether the Ford of the K5 Chevrolet Blazer would fare better in a head-to-head competition. I’m not necessarily talking… more»
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1948 Mercury Sedan Barn Find
What do you do with an old sedan that is missing an engine and maybe other hard-to-find parts, and has some rust issues here and there? That is the question for this 1948 Mercury sedan for sale on Facebook… more»
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19k Mile 1975 Lincoln Continental Silver Luxury Edition
Special Edition models are nothing new to the automotive world, although they were once exclusively the preserve of volume manufacturers. Niche marques like Ferrari and Lamborghini have now adopted the practice to boost sales and the all-important budget bottom… more»
