I didn’t give a Chevy Nova SS a second glance back in ’73 because I felt that there was no more real Nova SS after 1972. Why? Because in ’73 the top available engine was no longer mandated, the… more»
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Apr 8, 2021 • For Sale • 18 Comments
390 V8 Survivor: 1967 Ford Country Squire
Ford’s Country Squire would be their top-of-the-line station wagon for more than 40 years. As the auto maker’s premium people mover, the Squire was adorned with external woodgrain trim (real at first, simulated later) from 1950 through 1991. It… more»
Apr 8, 2021 • For Sale • 39 Comments
No Reserve Wagon: 1971 Ford Country Squire
As the old adage goes, “You don’t know what you have ’til it’s gone” and that is certainly true with cars, station wagons in particular. They’re hot today, but if you grew up in an era where they were… more»
Apr 8, 2021 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Muscle Project: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T 440 4-Speed
I always find it interesting how we will see only a trickle of certain classic cars here at Barn Finds, but suddenly the floodgates will open with a few real beauties popping out of the woodwork. That is the… more»
Apr 8, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Amazing 3,741 Mile 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra
It’s rare to see a true collector car with time-capsule mileage go up for grabs with no reserve on eBay, but this gorgeous 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra is clearly bucking that trend. With under 4,000 original miles and still… more»
Apr 8, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
20k Original Miles? 1981 Pontiac Trans Am Turbo
This 1981 Pontiac Trans Am Turbo was supposedly parked with just 20,000 original miles on it, and left to stand outside ever since. Time has not been kind to it, as the bodywork suggests, but the seller indicates it… more»
Apr 8, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
1956 Buick Super Sedan Barn Find
In 1956, Buick sold four models of automobiles: Series 40, 50, 60 and 70. The Series 60 was more commonly known as the Super, one step up from the Special, but below the Century and Roadmaster. It would use… more»
Apr 7, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
454-Powered! 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
1973 ushered in the second generation of the Chevy Monte Carlo and the Colonnade era of styling for GM’s mid-size cars. Under the skin the Monte Carlo was based on a Chevelle and had one of the longest hoods… more»
Apr 7, 2021 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Drive Or Restore? 1954 Chevrolet Corvette
For a fairly rare car, we have covered an awful lot of ’54 Corvettes here on Barn Finds, and to keep the trend going, here’s another for your review. This example is referenced as, “… a highly original unrestored… more»
Apr 7, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Rare Pinto: 1979 Ford Cruising Wagon
When it comes to one of the coolest wagons around, the Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon has got to be on the top of your list. I don’t care whether you’re a Mopar guy or hate domestics, the Cruising Wagon… more»
Apr 7, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Upscale Project: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Gran Coupe
When the Barracuda was redesigned for 1970, Plymouth added an upscale version called the Gran Coupe. It had more amenities than the standard coupe but was limited to motors under 383 cubic inches. This Gran Coupe is a non-running… more»
Apr 7, 2021 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Uncommon Muscle: 1969 Ford XL GT 429
All hail the flying buttress roof! First (more than likely) employed by John Fitch on his 1965 Corvair Sprint, and then appearing, with reduced dimensions, on GM’s ’66 and ’67 A-Body intermediate cars. For ’68, this extended C- pillar… more»
Apr 7, 2021 • For Sale • 52 Comments
Graffiti Tribute: 1955 Chevrolet 150
It is with some shame that I admit that I have reached a certain age in life without having sat down to watch “Smokey and the Bandit.” However, I have tried to atone for this appalling shortcoming by watching… more»
Apr 7, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Traditional Hot Rod: 1929 Ford Model A
If you’re like me, you will find a journey down “Nostalgia Lane” to be an enjoyable experience. It offers a glimpse into past eras, and more often than not, into less complicated times. That is what is on offer… more»
Apr 7, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Worthwhile Project? 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
When the budget-minded Road Runner was conceived, Chrysler executives thought they might sell a few thousand a year. Not sure why they had that opinion given the success that Pontiac had with the early GTO. Instead, they sold 45,000… more»
Apr 7, 2021 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Tent Find: 1967 Ford Mustang 302
The successful Mustang got its first restyle in 1967 and continued to sell well, although not quite as briskly as its 1966 high water mark. That would be the year the car would get its first serious competition in… more»
