As of late, we have covered a lot of station wagons here on Barn Finds and interest always seems to focus on ’50s vintage, full-size two-door models. By 1961, however, they were starting to fade away, more than likely… more»
American Classic Cars
Feb 24, 2021 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Longroof Survivor: 1967 Pontiac Executive Safari
When it comes to classic cruisers that ooze style and practicality, it’s hard to beat a 1960s or 1970s land yacht wagon. These behemoths were highly detailed machines despite the acres of Detroit steel required to build them, and… more»
Feb 24, 2021 • For Sale • 53 Comments
Stately! 1970 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
I’ve heard of Bro-mance before, but I’m developing a serious case of Broughamance for this long black Caddy. The 1970 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham in Polk City, Florida is not perfect, but it appears to be priced accordingly. The listing… more»
Feb 24, 2021 • For Sale • 20 Comments
No Reserve: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
By 1973, Chevrolet’s Corvette was becoming more sedate and more refined. This was good news for some potential buyers, but it was less so for those who desired a hard-edged sports car. Modern technology means that a buyer could… more»
Feb 24, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
39k Original Miles: 1969 Dodge Charger
For those of us who love their classic cars, it’s great to know that there are still low-mileage survivors that will appear on the market regularly. This 1969 Dodge Charger proves that point. It is claimed to be an… more»
Feb 24, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Stalled Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
The 1957 Bel-Air was the first of the Tri-Five Chevrolets to grab the attention of classic car enthusiasts. While offerings from the other two years have now developed a strong following, the ’57 remains the most desirable. This ’57… more»
Feb 24, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
428 CJ Ram Air! 1969 Ford Mustang Mach I
By 1969, Ford Motor Company was pushing their FE-based 428 CI engine out of the way and making room for the 429 CI “385” series motor. The 428 still had some runway to go, however, and it remained a… more»
Feb 23, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
454/4 Speed: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
It might not be perfect, but this 1971 Corvette Convertible is a stunning-looking car that is ready to be driven and enjoyed. It remains unmolested and features its original big-block V8 under the hood. This is a package that… more»
Feb 23, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
1935 Ford 1½ Ton Art Deco Truck With 2½ Miles!
Custom builds don’t necessarily need to wear vibrant colors and big wheels to stand out, and this 1935 Ford 1½ Ton Truck proves that. The owner has taken 25-years to transform this beauty from its former life as a… more»
Feb 23, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Cool Surf Wagon: 1954 Chevrolet Station Wagon
I sometimes wonder how it felt to be a ’54 Chevy. They were a bit dowdy and had nothing more to say about themselves than their trusty old six-cylinder engine. It was one thing to have their cross-town rival,… more»
Feb 23, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Stored For 16 Years: 1968 Dodge Charger
This 1968 Dodge Charger is the first year for the short-lived second generation of the Dodge Charger. The car is located in Smithfield, Virginia. The Charger is in great condition after sitting in climate-controlled storage for the past 16… more»
Feb 23, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Rare 1987 Mercury Cougar 20th Anniversary Edition
The second generation of the Fox Body platform Cougars, the 1983 through 1988 seventh-generation Mercury Cougars, might be considered the sportiest models for the brand in a decade and a half. They always say to buy the nicest example… more»
Feb 23, 2021 • For Sale • 27 Comments
302 Powered! 1963 Ford Falcon Futura
The Falcon was important for two reasons: First, was it was Ford’s first entry into the compact car market and did it quite successfully. Second, its platform would launch several other successful cars, especially the Mustang which was an… more»
Feb 23, 2021 • For Sale • 41 Comments
Dual Quads? 1963 Pontiac Catalina 389
This one is a head-scratcher. It’s a sharp-looking ’63 Pontiac Catalina, one with an interesting take on performance. It is a significant car as it signifies the beginning of the end for full-size hot-rods owing to the upcoming introduction… more»
Feb 23, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Field Find: 1956 Chevrolet Suburban
In today’s world, you would call the Chevy Suburban a sport utility vehicle or SUV. But 65 years ago, you would have simply called it a van. Sometimes they would come with multiple seats for carrying people, other times… more»
Feb 23, 2021 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Rare Fins: 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Seville
In the mid-to-late 1950s, the Cadillac Eldorado Seville was a 2-door super luxury automobile of the similar stature as the Lincoln Continental Mark II. For 1957, the car received new styling that included an exclusive rear-end design that was… more»
