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American Pickers Auction Bike: 1948 Indian Chief

Is a vehicle worth extra if it has a connection to a famous name?  That is the question presented by this 1948 Indian Chief.  At first glance, this legendary motorcycle skates the line between restorable and a parts bike. … more»

56k Original Miles: No Reserve 1983 Jeep Wagoneer Limited

New car buyers are currently spoiled for choice if they decide to walk into a showroom to purchase a luxury SUV. It seems that almost every manufacturer will offer something to fulfill their needs, but vehicles like this 1983… more»

Hopped Up 383: 1965 Dodge Polara

The listing reads, “1965 Dodge Polara 383 big cam 750 carb aluminum intake, aftermarket hei runs but need fuel tank.” I was thinking that it should also have a caveat such as “If you can find it under all… more»

Mostly Original Cruiser: 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

In the 1950s, most car companies offered just one size of automobile. By the next decade, compacts and then intermediates were added to the lineup of traditional full-size products. Chevrolet’s entry in the mid-size arena was the Chevelle in… more»

Has Waited 40 Years: 1959 Chevrolet El Camino

Ford got a step ahead of Chevrolet in 1959 by introducing the Ranchero, a pickup based on a station wagon platform rather than a truck. Chevy caught up in 1959 by introducing the El Camino when they redesigned their… more»

AC Blows Cold! 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger

How many times have you read in a classified ad that a car’s air conditioning “just needs a charge”? This will not be one of those times, because the seller of this ’74 Dart says that the “air blows… more»

BF Auction: 1979 International Scout II Rallye

UPDATE – The seller has added photos of this Scout from when they purchased it and additional pictures during the restoration. You can view these photos in the galleries below. Some enthusiasts hesitate to buy a recently restored classic,… more»

350-Powered 1973 Chevrolet Nova Hatchback Project

The third-generation Chevrolet Nova received an exterior update for the 1973 model, with a hatchback option becoming available for the first time as can be found on the rear section of this one.  Details are sparse from the seller… more»

BF Auction: 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT LT 4×4

UPDATE – The seller had an emergency just come up and has to put a pause on the auction. Hopefully, they will be able to restart the auction! The midsized SUV market has taken off, and not surprisingly, General… more»

13k Original Miles! 1975 Chevrolet Camaro Rally Sport

We’ve recently seen a few low-mile classics at Barn Finds, and this 1975 Chevrolet Camaro Rally Sport will undoubtedly appeal to many of our readers. Its condition is exceptional, which is easily understood when you learn that it has… more»

Stalled for 41 Years: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

The first generation of the Chevy Corvette (C1) ended in 1962. It had been in play since the first Corvette was sold in 1953. The cars were little changed in the final C1 year, yet sales would reach a… more»

One-Owner Barn Find! 1972 Chevrolet Blazer

Bright trim and chrome bumpers gleaming in the sun, this 1972 Chevrolet K5 Blazer in Milan, Illinois comes to market with its original title, and claimed original tires! After covering a mere 51,292 miles of hills and dales over… more»

Stored 41 Years: 1933 Cadillac 355C Town Car

The Series 355 Cadillacs debuted in 1931 as the U.S. economy was trying to recover from The Great Depression. Various body styles were offered including the 4-door Town Car like this example from 1933. The series designation was adopted… more»

Powerful LS Swap! 1987 Chevrolet Chevette

The Chevy Chevette was the econobox successor to the Vega. Built from 1976 to 1987, nearly 2.8 million copies were assembled based on a global T-platform developed by Opel in Europe. This 1987 edition began life as an ordinary… more»

American Gullwing! Fiberfab Banshee/Caribee

In the 1960s and 1970s, the automotive world had a love/hate relationship with kit cars. On the one hand, the varied body kits offered dreamers the chance to build an exotic-looking car with their custom touches. On the other… more»

One-Owner 1972 Mercury Monterey Custom With 13,800 Miles

I was always more of a Rockford Files fan when I was watching reruns after school in the late ’80s, but I still know that this Monterey gives off some serious Hawaii Five-O vibes. While Jack Lord’s character Steve McGarrett didn’t… more»

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