In the 1960s, the Sport Fury was to Plymouth as the Impala SS was to Chevrolet or the Galaxie 500/XL was to Ford. It was a sportier full-size car available in hardtop and convertible body styles to appeal to… more»
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1 of 900? 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS 427
Speed was the name of the game with U.S. auto manufacturers in the mid to late 1960s. While most of the attention was placed on the lighter, more nimble mid-size cars like the Chevelle, you could also get plenty… more»
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No Reserve: 1958 Edsel Citation
Ah, Edsel. A brand that became synonymous with failure. Ford proved that the right car in the right place at the right time could succeed, with the Mustang a shining example. Edsel was the polar opposite, and the shocking… more»
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Rare Color: 1970 Mercury Cougar XR7
If you’re like me, you will take rarity claims with a pinch of salt. The reality is that as the choice of optional extras increases, so do the chances that a car will be inherently rare. However, when that… more»
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A Week’s Work? 1959 MG MGA
I sometimes wonder why an owner would part with a restoration project with the finish line in sight. Poor health or a pending divorce could be two reasons, but the story behind this 1959 MGA is unclear. What makes… more»
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158 Original Miles: 1986 Honda Elite 150 Deluxe
While the muscle car fans among us may scoff at humble little scooters like these, there are definite arguments to be made for at least having something of a small runabout in your garage for days when sucking down… more»
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Former Disney Ride: 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible
During my time with Barn Finds, I’ve had the opportunity to write about some rare and interesting vehicles. While this 1965 Mustang Convertible may not initially seem rare, its story is undeniably unusual. It is a car that has… more»
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69k Original Miles: 1968 Dodge Coronet 440 Hardtop
When confronted with a project car like this 1968 Dodge Coronet 440 Hardtop, choosing a course of action can be challenging. At first glance, it looks like a restoration requiring countless hours of work with the grinder and welder…. more»
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One-Owner: 1955 Ford Fairlane Club Sedan
The Fairlane was introduced as Ford’s top-line automobile in 1955, replacing the previous Crestline. Its name was derived from Henry Ford’s estate in Dearborn, Michigan. It would remain a part of the Ford portfolio through 1970 although it evolved… more»
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Original 327/4-Speed: 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS
Some enthusiasts are passionate about their classic cars, but the prospect of tackling a restoration can seem overwhelming or beyond their ability. That is where cars like this 1964 Chevrolet Impala SS fill the void. There is scope for… more»
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No Reserve: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Are there advantages to owning an imperfect classic car rather than a pristine example? Perfection will always attract attention and positive comments, while a vehicle with a few flaws is less likely to. So far, it seems to be… more»
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Slant-6 Project: 1972 Dodge Demon
Plymouth launched the successful Duster coupe in 1970 based on the Valiant compact. It was intended to do battle with the likes of the 2-door Chevy Nova. It was only natural that Dodge would lobby for its own version… more»
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1 of 66 Drop-Tops! 1970 Plymouth Barracuda Gran Coupe
The Plymouth Barracuda got a complete overhaul for 1970 and the result was a design that would deliver a 50% increase in sales over the prior year. Its Gran Coupe was introduced as the premium model for those who… more»
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It’s A Stretch! 1958 V8 Rolls-Royce
Barn Finds has readers, and commenters, from all over the world. I see comments arrive from the U.K., France, Australia, South Africa, and of course, Canada. If I’ve failed to mention other locales, a thousand pardons but these are… more»
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Made In Japan: 1982 Mitsubishi Willys Jeep
In 1953, Mitsubishi Motors of Japan agreed with Willys Corp. to build Jeep models on their home turf. Over the next 45 years, the partnership would produce more than 30 different Jeep configurations that numbered close to 200,000 copies…. more»
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Barn Find Microcar: 1972 Honda N600
It’s hard to tell just how small these Hondas are even if I say that they’re just under ten-feet long. They’re about an inch or so longer than a Subaru 360, that’s small. This barn dweller is a 1972… more»
