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1974 Cutlass Four-door: Worth the Price?

Has it come to this, then? Is a four-door “malaise era” 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass worth $12 grand? Someone thinks so, and just such a car is being sold here on craigslist for that price. (With thanks for the tip… more»

Grandpa’s Square Body: 1987 Chevrolet Blazer

The decision to sell a vehicle that has been in your family for some time is never easy. Personally, I don’t know if I could do it. The owner of this original 1987 Chevrolet K5 Blazer is the grandson… more»

BF Auction: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 454!

I don’t know of an enthusiast who doesn’t dream of the day they wander into a barn or shed to discover automotive gold. That has been the case with this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. Below that layer of dust… more»

Looks Muscular! 1977 Plymouth Volare Road Runner

Sadly, the 1977 Plymouth Road Runner isn’t one of the models as fondly remembered as many of its predecessors, and to just the casual Mopar fan it may just barely be remembered at all, as fewer than 5,000 of… more»

Retro Before It Was a Thing: 1969 Harley-Davidson Electra Glide

For decades, Harley-Davidson has marketed their motorcycles with the company’s history as their selling point.  While the new lines have strayed from that well-worn path a bit, it is nostalgia that plays an oversized role in the company’s offerings. … more»

Ultra Rare: 1957 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible

The Bonneville became an integral part of the Pontiac model lineup in 1958, but its introduction as a Convertible derivative of the Star Chief in 1957 left buyers breathless. The company brought every option to the table, including fuel… more»

Highly Optioned: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340

As automotive technology evolved, buyers could load more optional extras into their new purchases. From the beginning, when choices were limited to body style and paint color, the world has become the motorist’s oyster. The original owner of this… more»

No Reserve: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

Although buyers knew that a new model was waiting in the wings, ready for release the following year, it didn’t prevent the 1962 Corvette from setting a sales record. The sales increase from the previous year was significant, demonstrating… more»

53k Original Miles: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Convertible

Chevrolet introduced its Second Generation Chevelle in 1968, and depending on the buyer’s budget, they could order their new car with a drivetrain combination from pretty sedate to genuinely muscular. Some buyers chose to tread the middle ground, which… more»

Blasphemous Shop Truck: 1957 Ford F-100

We have all seen the T-shirts and memes with Henry Ford’s disapproving mug staring down at us with some disapproving line about putting a Chevrolet engine in a Ford.  While Henry passed on long before this became a thing… more»

It’s Supreme! 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Appreciation for GM’s mid-sized Colonnade A-body cars (’73-’77) is mixed. Some like them, and others find them to be an affront after the uber-successful ’68-’72 edition. One thing that’s not debatable, however, is their sales success – popularity ran… more»

Gold Chains Version: 1978 Lincoln Mark V

I sorta stepped in it when I covered this 1971 Lincoln Mark III  two weeks ago. I stated, “the Mark IV which was kind of OK at first but then it developed into a porcine, underpowered, disco-duck of a… more»

Turbo Terrific: 1984 Chrysler LeBaron Convertible

During the 1980s, many vehicle manufacturers became excited by the potential performance increases offered by a turbocharger. Everyone seemed to be jumping on the “hairdryer” bandwagon, and the results were mixed. Chrysler joined the party with its Second Generation… more»

One Family Owned: 1972 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne Pickup

We’ve seen a few classics at Barn Finds that have been part of the same family since the day they rolled off the showroom floor, and this 1972 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne Super is a perfect example. This spotless Pickup… more»

Original Paint Survivor: 1987 Dodge Ramcharger

When you see an achingly nice version of a classic car or truck, you’re reminded of the thin line between truly outstanding vehicles and ones that are merely “nice.” This 1987 Dodge Ramcharger strikes me as being firmly on… more»

Show Quality: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette

The seller describes the condition of this 1968 Corvette as “show quality,” and one look at the supplied photos seems to support that statement. It presents superbly, but the beast hiding under its hood ensures it possesses the performance… more»

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