American Classic Cars

Aluminum 427: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1

No signs of barn dust sully this immaculately restored 1969 Chevrolet Camaro, but the animal under the hood contains more than 400 horses. With dealers like Canonsburg, Pennsylvania’s Yenko Chevrolet ordering up COPO (Central Office Production Order) Camaros with… more»

Dry Climate Find: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am

When I recently compiled a list of cars from each decade of the 20th Century that I would gladly park in my garage, the 1970s contribution was a 1978 Pontiac Trans Am in Martinique Blue. I have always liked… more»

No Reserve: 1968 Ford Mustang

Finding a classic that isn’t totally original but is a rock-solid driver can be attractive to many. When a seller lists such a car with No Reserve, it might suddenly become irresistible. Such is the story of this 1968… more»

1-of-1? 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible

This 1971 Dodge Challenger Convertible is a mystery machine. The company only produced 1,857 drop-top variants in that model year, making it a relatively rare beast. However, there could be more to this classic than meets the eye. It… more»

Survivor 4-Speed: 1982 Chevrolet Camaro Z-28

Camaro is a name that looms large among American muscle car lovers.  Ever since 1967, Chevrolet has battled with fans over what the Camaro should be, or even if it is to be at all.  In the early eighties,… more»

350/4-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible

As a writer, I have always found the 1960s to be the most challenging time when compiling articles for our faithful Barn Finds readers. That is not because it was a decade littered with bad cars. The opposite is… more»

Original Paint: 1977 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT 4×4

Survivor-grade classics are undeniably attractive because they typically provide an accurate insight into the life that the vehicle has led. That is the opportunity this 1977 Ford F-150 Ranger XLT offers because if you look beyond the aftermarket wheels… more»

No Reserve Highboy: 1971 Ford F250 4×4 4-Speed

  The Ford F250 4×4 Highboy, or Hi-Boy, is unquestionably a popular 4WD truck right now, but really, is there an unpopular vintage 4×4 pickup? This rugged Candyapple Red 1971 Ford F-250 4×4 “Highboy” can be found listed here… more»

65K Original Miles: 1986 Ford Mustang SVO

The turbocharged Ford Mustang SVO is a classic 80s performance car that has been catching more collectors eyes over the last few years. That being said, it’s still not the most sought-after Fox body you can buy, and I… more»

Sitting in the Woods: 1969 Ford Bronco

Do you ever wonder how many old cars and trucks have been languishing on someone’s property, cast aside like any other piece of trash, when one day the owners realize it could be worth selling? That’s the feeling I… more»

Nicest One Left? 1974 Oldsmobile 98 Regency

Big and luxurious, and having just two doors and that beautiful waterfall grille, this two-owner 1974 Oldsmobile 98, or Ninety-Eight, Regency is one gorgeous automobile. The longest Olds 98 of all at 232.4 inches, this posh cruiser can be… more»

Dry Stored For 30 Years: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

I was recently asked to compile a list. The question was, if I could pick one car from each of the last five decades of the 20th Century to park in my garage, what would those cars be? The… more»

Incredible Hulk: 1989 Chevrolet Suburban Silverado 4WD

When you want a large SUV, the Chevy Suburban will likely be on your list. Marketed since 1934 – first as a station wagon then as an SUV –  the Suburban was situated on Chevy’s contemporary truck frame (Advance… more»

58k Original Miles: 1981 AMC Eagle Limited Station Wagon

Regular readers will be aware of my admiration for AMC. It was a minnow that swam within a school of sharks, achieving some genuinely interesting and exciting results on a minimal budget. No vehicle better personifies (autofies?) its achievements… more»

Highly-Optioned Survivor: 1964 Pontiac Grand Prix

Defining the most significant attribute of some classics is challenging, especially when the car in question has so many positive points. Such is the case with this 1964 Pontiac Grand Prix. It is a turnkey proposition that retains its… more»

Alameda Barn Find: 1926 Pierce-Arrow Series 80 Sedan

One thrill of working for or reading Barn Finds is that, once in a while, you see a remarkable car pop up out of nowhere and wonder how it managed to stay hidden so long.  You would think all… more»

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