It’s hard to pinpoint the exact peak of the automotive Malaise era, but the late-seventies usually aren’t considered very memorable times in the car world, at least not in terms of exciting designs, performance, or overall build quality. However,… more»
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Modern Heart, Classic Looks: 1986 Chevrolet C-10 Swap
For fans of squarebody pickups, this 1986 Chevrolet C-10 listed here on eBay strikes an interesting balance: period-correct looks paired with a thoroughly modernized drivetrain. The seller describes the truck as having a clean body and interior, largely original… more»
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Hail To The Chief: 1957 Studebaker President
Here’s one you won’t see every day, a 1957 Studebaker President. Most ’57 Studebakers that we cover here on BF are usually Hawks; a President sedan? Not so much so. It appears to be in mostly original condition and… more»
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T-Jet Set: 1966 Aurora Thunderjet 500 Racetrack
We’ve seen a few slot race car sets here on Barn Finds over the last couple of years, but none like this Stirling Moss Model Motoring Table Top Racing Set. This is a 1966 version made by Aurora Plastics,… more»
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Manual Bullnose: 1984 Ford F-250
How much would you be willing to pay for the perfect stance? That may seem like an odd question, but I’m not sure it gets much better than this 1984 Ford F-250 in terms of simply looking the part,… more»
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Rusty 4×4 Project: 1978 Ford Bronco Custom
I believe this round-headlight 1978 Ford Bronco Custom is Castillo Red, shown on page four of this brochure, but it’s hard to tell from the photos. A 1978 Ford color chart shows the Bronco being available in Bright Red,… more»
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First Year Project: 1966 Dodge Charger
More often than not, it’s the second-generation examples that seem to get most of the praise and attention among fans of the Dodge Charger. That’s understandable, as the 1968 through 1970 models are among the most fondly remembered offerings… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1941 Chevrolet Carryall Suburban
Long before the debut of the massive SUV known as the Suburban, Chevrolet was putting the Suburban name on some incredibly cool vehicles! This 1941 Carryall Suburban wasn’t designed to haul kids to soccer practice, but instead was built… more»
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Former Fire Investigator: 1958 Ford Panel Truck
When it comes to fire department autos, it’s typically those that have to get to the scene of an emergency quickly that come to my mind. However, once the blaze is extinguished, there’s often more work to be done,… more»
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Hot 440/4-Speed: 1970 Plymouth Cuda
With the exorbitant amounts many owners have been expecting for their E-Body cars over the past few years, here’s a seller that’s finally going in the opposite direction, claiming that prices have actually softened since their peak. Although the… more»
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Buy With The Heart? 1973 Plymouth Duster
The blinders of nostalgia are a curious thing. They make me look at the 1973 Duster here on ebay with fondness rather than fright. Why fright? Because on the way to restoring this car, should I give in to… more»
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Finned Pink Survivor: 1957 Chrysler Windsor
The Chrysler Windsor was introduced back in 1939, and after a brief hiatus in the forties remained a full-size offering in the brand’s lineup until 1961, although it continued a bit longer in the Canadian market. While the car… more»
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No Reserve Convertible: 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC Z28
The Chevrolet Camaro convertible is a model that is synonymous with many qualities that are undeniably American. For generations, the Camaro has been associated with a powerful image and one that considers the open road and two lanes of… more»
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New Turbo V6: 1987 Buick Grand National
For those of you who thought the mid-size muscle car was dead after the 1970s, you may have never met the 1980s Buick Grand National. Based on the popular Regal rear-wheel-drive platform, it was the street version of the… more»
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Supercharged Beauty! 1963 Studebaker Avanti R2
I’ve always been a fan of the original Avanti, Studebaker’s short-term “halo” car. And I often wonder how Studebaker’s fate might have changed if they hadn’t stopped building automobiles in South Bend, Indiana. However, if the car had made… more»
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1984 Fleetwood Jamboree Motorcycle Hauler
Coming in at almost the best of both worlds, this custom-cut Class-C motorhome has had the rear end sawed off (that sounds painful), and they’ve created an outdoor hauling platform for your motorsports toys. This 1984 Fleetwood Jamboree custom… more»
