While the Ford Mustang has proceeded in a predictable direction over the last 57 years (except maybe for the Mustang II hullabaloo), its corporate cousin, the Mercury Cougar went all over the board, ultimately ending up somewhat the way… more»
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Dec 3, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
78K Original Miles: 1970 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
Regular readers will be aware that I harbor an enormous soft spot for the Jaguar E-Type Roadster. I can’t help but agree with the late great Enzo Ferrari when he described it as the most beautiful car ever created…. more»
Dec 3, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Blank Canvas: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
Decisions, decisions. That appears to be the theme with this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro. It is a largely complete and unmolested classic that would make a prime candidate for a faithful restoration. However, some potential buyers may see it as… more»
Dec 3, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Cheap 1976 GMC Jimmy Casa Grande
Another day, another derelict Chevrolet or GMC pickup with a camper attachment. Despite being fairly limited in production numbers, enough people seemed to have bought these interesting GMC Casa Grande / Chevrolet Blazer Chalet conversions when new, as we’ve… more»
Dec 3, 2021 • For Sale • 21 Comments
283 Dual-Quads: 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
Judging by the company that it keeps, the owner of this 1958 Chevrolet Corvette has a soft spot for performance vehicles. This classic has occupied its current place for most of the last 35 years, but the owner has… more»
Dec 3, 2021 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Discovered By Wayne Carini: 1968 Toyota Corona
Most of us know Wayne Carini or know of him as the host of TVs Chasing Classic Cars. He really seems like a nice guy. I had the pleasure of visiting his shop in Portland, Connecticut a few years… more»
Dec 3, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Classic Sports Car: 1962 MGA 1600 Mk. II
MGAs offer the rare combination of classic British roadster looks (some think they are the prettiest one of all) and relatively reliable mechanical components. They are also as simple as a hammer. This one is listed for sale here… more»
Dec 3, 2021 • For Sale • 3 Comments
European Hot Hatch: 1994 Peugeot 106 XSi
While Peugeot may not be well-known stateside, the company has a large market in Europe and South America, where they are known for their simple technology and overall affordability. The French brand tried to compete on U.S. soil as… more»
Dec 3, 2021 • For Sale • 21 Comments
1995(!) One-Owner VW Beetle!
The final “traditional” (read that as rear-engined) VW Beetle sedan sold in the US left the dealership sometime in 1977 (the convertible soldiered on until 1979). However, traditional Beetle production continued until the last one was produced in Mexico… more»
Dec 2, 2021 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Rare One-Owner 1976 Jensen GT
Here’s a car that we don’t see too often, although we have seen seven of them here at Barn Finds over the last decade or so. This is a 1976 Jensen GT, made by Jensen-Healey. The seller has it… more»
Dec 2, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Unrestored Survivor: 1966 Ford Mustang Fastback
When I first saw this 1966 Mustang Fastback, I thought it was a nicely restored classic. However, the truth behind this car is that this is an original and unrestored survivor. That makes its overall condition pretty amazing. This… more»
Dec 2, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
52K Original Miles: 1968 Chevrolet C10 Stepside Pickup
With older pickups remaining strong performers in today’s classic market, it makes vehicles like this 1968 Chevrolet C10 Stepside Pickup very desirable. The intense bidding has graphically demonstrated this fact on this vehicle since it was listed for sale… more»
Dec 2, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
DeLorean 428 V8! 1978 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
This low-mileage Trans Am was built at the height of “Trans Am” mania, i.e., the year after the original Smokey and the Bandit movie made the car a star. This one is special because when it was brand new,… more»
Dec 2, 2021 • For Sale • 20 Comments
All Original 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
According to the seller, this car was purchased new by a young American couple from a German dealer in 1966. They drove it through the hills of Germany while on their honeymoon and shipped it back to the U.S…. more»
Dec 2, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rumble Seat Restoration: 1931 Ford Model A
For Ford, the Model T was always a tough act to follow. Its enormous sales success had led Henry Ford to believe that the “T” could last forever. However, the public had moved on and demanded vehicles with more… more»
Dec 2, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
No Reserve 402: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
This 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle SS is a tidy classic where the owner has spent considerable money recently. He has treated the body to a complete restoration, while the engine and transmission have both received a rebuilt. It makes a… more»
