In the late 1950s, Chrysler and Ford learned an important lesson. The said lesson was that the market had become saturated and there was little interest anymore in the long-standing DeSoto or the new Edsel. Both cars would be… more»
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No Reserve: 1973 Datsun 240Z
Japanese automobile manufacturers developed a reputation during the 1960s for producing cars that were well-built and economical. Most wouldn’t set pulses racing, but Datsun broke that mold in late 1969 when it lifted the cover on what would become… more»
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Italian Elegance: 1952 Siata 208CS Lungo 2+2 Bertone Berlinetta
It’s that time again: August in Monterey, when the cognoscenti descend on a few square miles of mid-coast California to view a selection of the world’s most interesting cars. I know what you’re thinking – it’s not a barn… more»
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Magenta Hardtop: 1994 Mercury Capri XR2
UPDATE 08/11/2025: Affordability can be a key consideration for those seeking a classic to park in their garage, and this 1994 Mercury Capri XR2 has recently become more so. We initially saw this little Aussie-built Ford around a month… more»
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Rebuilt 283: 1965 Chevrolet Nova
We see our share of Chevrolet Novas in SS form crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and it is always refreshing when one of the “lesser” models appears for us to review. This 1965 Nova is an excellent example… more»
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1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais International
Next up on FCS (Forgotten Car Series), comes this unusual, heavily-clad model that used to be seen every once in a while, and it would make you turn your head. Now it really makes you turn your head as… more»
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Low-Mile Cruiser: 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo
Sometimes you come across a classic that’s been quietly preserved by time, and this 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is exactly that. Listed here on Craigslist in Deforest, Wisconsin, this two-door personal luxury coupe has a claimed 23,402 miles and… more»
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Solid Project: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T
One of the automotive success stories of the late 1960s was the Dodge Charger. After a weak sales start in 1966-67, demand ballooned sixfold in 1968 when Chrysler’s B-bodied intermediates got a makeover. The R/T continued as the performance… more»
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Nice Pre-War Driver: 1940 Ford Tudor Sedan
Many people consider the 1940 Ford to be the finest model that the big blue oval produced before the start of WWII. Here is a chance to own a nice driver-condition 2-door sedan version of this car. Located in… more»
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Original Driver: 1977 Oldsmobile 442
The 1977 model year marked the final chapter for Oldsmobile’s rear-wheel-drive Colonnade-body 442s, and while these later cars don’t always get the spotlight, they’re increasingly rare to find in original, running condition. This example, listed here on craigslist in… more»
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Cheap Droptop: 1974 Pontiac Grandville
In the early seventies, at least at GM, it seemed that “Bigger was Better” was the path to the future. The timing was unfortunate as the increase in size and weight occurred just as horsepower was on the way… more»
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BF Auction: 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit Sportruck
Volkswagen has built more than a few vehicles that have gone on to develop incredibly dedicated followings, but the Rabbit Pickup might have one of the most passionate communities of VW owners. It’s easy to see why these quirky… more»
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Big Block Drop-Top: 1967 Chrysler 300 Convertible
If you like your classic convertibles big, bold, and powerful, this 1967 Chrysler 300 might check every box. Equipped with the optional 375-horsepower 440 cubic inch V8, dual exhaust, 4-barrel carburetor, dual-snorkel air cleaner, and chrome valve covers, it… more»
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V8 British Bruiser: 1966 Sunbeam Tiger
The Sunbeam Tiger remains one of the most intriguing Anglo-American hybrids, and this 1966 MK1A example is a beauty. Painted in two-stage urethane British Racing Green and powered by a 5-bolt 289ci V8 paired with a 4-speed Toploader manual,… more»
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1 of 281: 1964 Studebaker Avanti R2
In the early 1960s, Studebaker was looking for another new product to save the day. The compact Lark came along in 1959 and staved off the wolves until a flood of Detroit competition soon arrived. The Avanti was conceived… more»
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Donated 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 327
The Chevy Camaro was in its second year of doing battle with the Ford Mustang in 1968. The car had minimal changes, the most visible being the absence of vent windows in the doors and the addition of side… more»
