Turnkey 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible

Some classics are undeniably cool, and this 1978 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible fits that mold. Its overall condition is impressive, and its interior bears little resemblance to what owners received with earlier versions. There are Convertibles that are faster and… more»

Pace Car Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS/RS

UPDATE 05/24/2024: Some classics are genuine mystery machines, which appears to be true with this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS Pace Car Replica. We saw this classic last month, and its previous eBay listing indicates it sold for $25,100. That… more»

Arizona Truck: 1961 Studebaker Champ Pickup

Looking almost ready for paint, this 1961 Studebaker Champ pickup is said to be from Arizona and is solid, with no rust-through. It sure looks good, at least condition-wise, the Dodge-sourced beds for this model make it a love-it/hate-it… more»

Original Paint: 24k Mile 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

We are no strangers to low-mileage claims for classic cars at Barn Finds, and these must often be taken at face value. However, the stories of some cars make the claim plausible, even without documentary evidence. Such is the… more»

Supercharged Beauty! 1963 Studebaker Avanti R2

The Avanti was supposed to be one of Studebaker’s savior vehicles in the 1960s. But it perhaps was too little too late and not enough could be built to prevent the company from moving auto production to Canada –… more»

Tidy Driver: 1979 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe

Sitting in this garage is an American classic that is a turnkey proposition for its new owner. This 1979 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe might not be the most desirable car on the planet, but it is an unmolested classic… more»

Numbers-Matching: 1954 Chevrolet Corvette

In its early years, the Chevrolet Corvette had trouble developing a following. It wasn’t until a V8 engine became available that things began to change. Between 1953 and 1955, they only built 4,640 copies with a 6-cylinder engine and… more»

Price Dropped: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette

UPDATE 05/24/2024: There are times when it seems obvious a seller is motivated to move their classic to a new home ASAP. Such is the case with this 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. Only a few days have passed since this… more»

30k Mile Survivor? 1959 Buick Invicta

Buick introduced the Invicta in 1959, a full-size car sandwiched between the LeSabre and Electra in the lineup. It was only in production until 1962 and was replaced by the Wildcat (which sounded sexier). The seller’s first-year example looks… more»

FILA Edition: 1985 Ford Thunderbird

Despite my thinking that this Fila edition Ford Thunderbird had to be one of the most obscure special editions out there, there have been a few examples that have popped up in recent years in surprisingly intact condition. Russ… more»

Simply Stunning: 1957 Buick Series 40 Riviera Estate Wagon

Some classics are so stunning they almost defy the written word. This 1957 Buick Riviera Estate Wagon is just such a vehicle. It isn’t 100% original, but little about this gem warrants criticism. From its sparkling paint and chrome… more»

Hot-Rod, or Stay Stock? 1946 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Coupe

In the race back to civilian production after WWII, carmakers leaned heavily on pre-war designs. Buyers were demanding new vehicles as fast as manufacturers could push them out the factory doors, leaving no time for innovation. Aside from grilles,… more»

400/4-Speed: 1967 Pontiac GTO

The Pontiac GTO is widely considered the first genuine muscle car. However, that always makes me wonder what people believe to be the best-looking version. I usually opt for the First Generation models, while others favor later vehicles. This… more»

Needs Finishing: 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS

Some enthusiasts avoid buying unfinished project cars because the existing work quality is unknown. However, this 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS shows promise. The seller hasn’t disguised any shortcomings, and their listing is quite candid. They include some original documentation,… more»

Bits and Pieces: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad

Chevrolet and Pontiac rolled out their versions of a new “Sport Wagon” in 1955. In the Chevy camp, it was called the Nomad, while at Pontiac it was the Safari. They shared the basic body shell, but the front… more»

No Reserve: 1967 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback

The First Generation Mustang marked one of the most inspired marketing strategies in automotive history. The car caused a sensation on debut, and Ford struggled to meet the overwhelming demand. Buyers could slip behind the wheel of an entry-level… more»

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