By 1970, the bloom was off the muscle car flower. The “leader of the pack,” the Pontiac GTO, saw its sales drop by 45% from the year before (and would keep falling until the end in 1974). Saturated demand… more»
Survivor Quality: 1975 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350
Second-generation Firebirds have steadily gained appreciation over the years, and finding one that hasn’t been heavily modified or restored can be a real challenge. This 1975 Pontiac Firebird Formula 350, listed here on craigslist in [location not specified], is… more»
4-Speed Equipped: 1963 Mercury Comet S-22
Continuing on with that space age theme (yesterday’s 1963 Mercury Meteor), today’s find, courtesy of Curvette, is a 1963 Mercury Comet convertible outfitted in “sporty” S-22 trim. The seller claims this one is stock and original, and it surely… more»
Dusty Time Capsule: 1969 Plymouth Fury VIP
Full-size Mopars from the late 1960s don’t always get the attention they deserve, but this 1969 Plymouth Fury VIP, listed here on Facebook Marketplace in [location not specified], offers an opportunity to bring one of these rarely seen luxury-oriented… more»
1-Owner Garage Find: 1966 Plymouth Sport Fury
The Sport Fury can be thought of as Plymouth’s answer to the Chevrolet Impala Super Sport. After being a one-year wonder in 1959, the name returned in 1962 for a longer run to 1971. Most Sport Furys were hardtops,… more»
Elegance Preserved: 1985 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur LWB
When it comes to automotive presence, few marques carry the same weight as Rolls-Royce. The Silver Spur represented the pinnacle of British luxury in the 1980s, and this example, listed here on craigslist in Maryland, is a long wheelbase… more»
SS Restomod: 1972 Chevrolet Nova
The third-generation Chevrolet Nova is a popular car to be cloned as a Super Sport. Sometimes it takes factory paperwork to tell the real-deal muscle cars from the tributes. From the description provided, this appears to be a 1972… more»
Survivor-Quality V8: 1972 Mercury Comet
Much like the first Mercury Comet was an offshoot of the compact Ford Falcon, so was the latter Comet to the Ford Maverick. The Maverick enjoyed Mustang-like popularity in 1969-70, so the Comet would quickly follow in 1971. And… more»
Rotisserie Project: 1976 Datsun 280Z
The Datsun Z-cars have long held a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts, blending affordable performance with timeless styling. Today, finding a solid example of a 240Z or 280Z has become increasingly difficult due to rust issues and… more»
BF Exclusive: 1960 Chevrolet Impala
Few cars capture the style and presence of the early 1960s quite like the 1960 Chevrolet Impala. Offered here on Barn Finds, this example comes with a remarkable backstory and an excellent foundation for finishing. Located in Moores Hill,… more»
Champion Telstar Camper Van: 1989 GMC Vandura
Combining elements of Class B camper vans and the larger-bodied Class C, Champion’s Telstar offers room for four in a relatively compact and aerodynamic package. This 1989 GMC Vandura-based Telstar “ran when parked,” and the Carmichaels, Pennsylvania camper can… more»
BF Auction: One Owner 1978 Lincoln Town Coupe
There’s just something incredibly special about finding a low-mileage survivor car, especially when it’s being sold by its original owner. That’s the case with this 1978 Lincoln Continental Town Coupe. The seller ordered the car new in 1977 so… more»
Luxurious Land Yacht: 1976 Chrysler New Yorker
While some auto manufacturers were focusing on and beginning to produce smaller, more fuel-efficient autos in the mid-seventies, Chrysler introduced an all-new and completely redesigned New Yorker in 1974. Unfortunately, the timing for a vehicle with such mass couldn’t… more»
Stored for Decades: 1959 Dodge Coronet Sedan
By the late 1950s, Dodge was in full stride with bold styling, big tailfins, and a wide range of V8 powerplants. The 1959 Dodge Coronet sat at the entry level of Dodge’s full-size lineup but still offered plenty of… more»
One Family Owned: 1952 MG TD
If long-term ownership forms a crucial piece of the puzzle in your search for a classic to park in your garage, you might find this 1952 MG TD very interesting. Purchased in the 1950s, it has been part of… more»
Project Drophead: 1958 Singer Gazelle Series III
In honor of the upcoming All British Field Meet at Portland International Raceway, I felt compelled to cover this unusual model from a rare marque. Not only is this Singer Gazelle a convertible, its top operates like a three-position… more»
