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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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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Barn Find: 1974 Jeep J10 Pioneer 4×4
What a great-looking truck, it sure seems like with a weekend of cleaning and polishing, it would look pretty amazing. This 1974 Jeep J10 Pioneer 4×4 pickup belongs to an 80-year-old gentleman and the seller – I’m not sure… more»
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1969 Ford Torino Cobra R-Code 428/4-Speed!
Imagine walking into your Ford dealer back in 1969 and being one of the few lucky customers to stumble upon an R-Code Torino sitting there waiting for you to get your hands on it. That’s what happened to the… more»
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Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes? 1929 Nash Cabriolet
In 1985, George Jones released his 45th album, titled “Who’s Gonna Fill Their Shoes.” The album’s name was also the name of the hit song and video from that record, which asks the listener who is going to replace… more»
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Real Deal Project: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
This 1970 Chevelle checks a lot of boxes. SS 396 L34 engine. Muncie 4-speed manual transmission. One owner. Numbers matching. Fathom Blue paint. Documentation to verify authenticity. But it needs a complete restoration having been off the road since… more»
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Driving Project: 1959 Chevrolet Apache 3100
When we consider vehicles that consistently perform well in the classic market, muscle and pony cars are the first that spring to mind. However, older pickups continue to hold their own, and many enthusiasts find them satisfying project candidates…. more»
