One of the things that I have always found interesting about the upsizing of GM’s B and C-body cars for 1971 is the timing. They got bigger and heavier just as engines started to become less powerful, thanks to… more»
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Executive Transport: 1984 Chrysler LeBaron Limo
It seems like there was a cottage industry in the 1980s that sprung up around converting smaller, mid-sized sedans into limousines. This was the first taste of the phenomenon known as “baller on a budget”, which is a polite… more»
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One Family Owned 1976 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega
Once again we find ourselves confronting a Cosworth Vega. It doesn’t help that they all look identical. It doesn’t help that the engine, while technically advanced, is still sluggish. The Cosworth Vega is the relief you feel when you… more»
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Turnkey Classic: 1976 Chevrolet Corvette
It is no secret that by 1976, the C3 Corvette was no longer the fire-breathing monster it had been at the decade’s start. However, it compensated for its performance losses by being more civilized and comfortable. It hit… more»
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Drive Or Restore? 1970 Dodge Charger 500
Here’s a 1970 Dodge Charger 500 that kind of leaves me scratching my head regarding what to do here, as it’s already a capable driver with a cool patina finish that money can’t buy. But it’s also one of… more»
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Restoration Required: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1
We see a reasonable number of 1969 Mach 1 Mustangs cross our desks at Barn Finds. This is hardly surprising considering the production total and how desirable they remain. This example requires total restoration, but it appears the pieces… more»
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No Reserve Short Bed: 1969 Chevrolet C-10
Old, unmolested, and unmodified pickups, such as this 1969 Chevrolet C-10 Stepside short bed, keep turning up – man, they are popular! Unlike a lot of muscle cars from that era, these trucks often show in their original form… more»
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Possible Pace Car Tribute? 1953 Ford Crestline Sunliner
The list of vehicles tapped on the shoulder to serve as the Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500 is long, but the Ford Crestline Sunliner received the honor in 1953. The seller located this example in a barn. While… more»
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Good Starting Point: 1965 Mustang 2+2 Fastback
The Fastback that started it all—that’s what’s sitting on eBay right now awaiting your offer in the form of a 1965 Mustang 2+2. So far, only one person has placed a bid, and that price is $24,900. The auction… more»
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Stored For 25 Years: 1979 Hurst Oldsmobile W-30
Hiding in this barn is a classic that has lain dormant for around a quarter century. It is a 1979 Hurst Oldsmobile W-30, and while it has cosmetic needs, it retains firm foundations for a restoration project. The seller… more»
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1984 Chevrolet Corvette With Only 28k Miles!
Early C4 Corvettes were among the classic cars from The Malaise Era that spent decades largely ignored by potential buyers, but a new generation of enthusiasts recognize these as affordable vehicles offering excellent handling. This 1984 model is one… more»
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Super Clean 1993 Toyota Pickup 4×4
This 1993 Toyota pickup is the sort of truck you wouldn’t have given a second look at a few years ago, but these days, it’s a legitimate collector’s item. Of course, it has the right looks, since it’s a… more»
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R-Code 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback Project
This multi-colored painted pony might have been someone’s dream, a labor-intensive project to make a 428-powered weapon from a discarded pile of parts. Though still in parts, this 1968 Ford Mustang fastback has enjoyed enough work to help buyers… more»
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Project Car: 1976 Chrysler Newport Two-Door
“1976 Newport. It’s an impressive car that lives up to your idea of a Chrysler. Only its price range may surprise you.” So says a Chrysler brochure showing the big and heavy C-body Chryslers in the Bicentennial year. The… more»
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The Other Pony Car: 1974 AMC Javelin
This 1974 AMC Javelin is an extremely promising project candidate. It needs a cosmetic refresh but is a structurally sound classic with only minor exterior rust issues. Most of the required tasks could be tackled in a home workshop,… more»
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No Reserve BF Auction: 1971 Ford Ranchero
This 429 V8-equipped Ford Ranchero project has clearly lived an interesting life. The seller purchased it five years ago, and it was a daily driver at the time. They drove it for a while and then decided to sell… more»
