Kit cars peaked in the 1960s, with many manufacturers producing bodies that an owner could drop onto a pre-existing production frame. More often than not, the frame hailed from the good people at Volkswagen, but some companies went their… more»
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Pretty In Pink! 1958 Pontiac Chieftain
The 1950s Chieftain appealed to Pontiac buyers who were budget conscious. Its last model year in 1958, the car (along with all Pontiacs) was all-new and struggled a bit in sales as the U.S. economy was suffering through its… more»
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38K Miles! 1969 Jeep Wagoneer 4X4
What impresses me the most about this 1969 Jeep Wagoneer is its condition – it’s an attention-getter! Built near the end of Kaiser-Jeep branding, this very clean example has a claimed 38K original miles, and I must admit it,… more»
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Stunning Survivor: 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
When Chevrolet released the first Camaro Z28 in 1967, it was one of the automotive world’s best-kept secrets. That explains why only 602 buyers ordered a potent car that would become a desirable and valuable classic. The Z28 badge… more»
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All Original 1960 Harley-Davidson Topper
Scooters were fairly popular in post-war America as relatively inexpensive and fun ways to get around, and they’re still a fun way to get into the vintage vehicle hobby without breaking the bank. The seller has this 1960 Harley-Davidson… more»
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Amazing Survivor! 1930 Packard Deluxe Eight Dual Cowl Phaeton
“Summer Dresses – Mrs. Payne” adorns the removable travel trunk of this stately phaeton. That simple phrase punctuates the rarified air of Packard ownership during the brand’s high water years. The 1930 Packard Deluxe Eight Dual Cowl Phaeton in… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1988 Dodge Ramcharger 4×4
Definitely falling under the “Nicest One Left” category, this 1988 Dodge Ramcharger 4×4 appears to be in outstanding original condition. The seller comes right out in the first sentence of their description and says that they bought it to… more»
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Sleeper Turbo Coupe: 1984 Ford Thunderbird
This 1984 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe is a looker with its lipstick red paint over a camel-colored interior. This one is a bit of a sleeper with the 2.3L turbocharged four-cylinder under the hood paired with a 5-speed manual… more»
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Original 428 Cobra Jet: 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible
Rarity claims are a dime a dozen in the classic world, with some withstanding scrutiny better than others. Take this 1969 Mustang Convertible as a prime example. If you factor in its mechanical configuration, paint color, and interior trim,… more»
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Seasonal Driver: 1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible
In terms of looks alone, this era of the venerable Oldsmobile Cutlass is one of the best-looking ever made – in my humble opinion. Sure, you’ve got the classic Cutlass, and there’s no denying the style and brawn of… more»
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Pile-O-Parts Project: 1955 Morgan +4
When I was a wee-one, I received a crash mobile as a Christmas present. It was about a 1/25th scale with the body parts attached to a spring-loaded frame so when the car, which looked like a mid to… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1976 Ford Granada Ghia
In the U.S., Ford borrowed the Granada name from Ford of Europe for its new compact that launched in 1975. Eventually, it would replace the Maverick, but for a couple of years, they were both available to buyers with… more»
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Former Fuelie: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
If a car as desirable as a 1957 Corvette “Fuelie” loses its original engine, is that likely to dampen buyer interest? If the bidding history on this car is an accurate indication, the answer appears to be “no.” It… more»
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39K-Mile Rust-Free 1979 Chevrolet LUV 4×4
Known as the Isuzu Faster in other countries, and in Chevy LUV brochures as “The tough half-tonner”, they were pretty tough little trucks. Even though we’ve seen a few here on Barn Finds, they don’t pop up as often… more»
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Whale Of A Wagon: 1976 Ford LTD Country Squire
1976 was the high point in station wagon sales for the U.S., at almost 980,000 in sales, about 10% of the market for that year. In case you were wondering, minivan sales reportedly only make up about 2% of… more»
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Backyard Find: 1960 Triumph TR3A
True project cars, those ones that have been off the road for many years and may or may not be complete, should only be taken on by dedicated individuals. Some would probably say foolhardy individuals! However, it helps to… more»
