Rare 1974 Pontiac Firebird Formula 455!

In 1974, Pontiac introduced a new front end for the Firebird. Pontiac offered four models including the base Firebird, Esprit, Formula, and Trans Am. The Formula had three sub-models designated by the engine size – Formula 350, Formula 400,… more»

Unrestored Rarity: 1967 Mercury Meteor Wagon

Mercury enthusiasts will likely recognize the Meteor name from its brief stint in the U.S. in the early 1960s.  Like Ford did with the Galaxie, the Meteor was a marketing ploy to appeal to the excitement surrounding the Space… more»

Cheap Clone: 1972 Pontiac Trans Am

What is a good starting price point for a clone. This is a 1972 Pontiac Firebird that has been cloned with a new hood, fenders and spoilers to look like a Trans Am. The car is listed here on… more»

348 Tri-Power: 1958 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

Have you ever looked at a classic car and struggled to determine its greatest attribute? I’m doing so right now with this 1958 Chevrolet Impala. I can’t decide whether it is the spotless presentation or the enormous load of… more»

Rare Color Combo: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am

I always twitch slightly when an owner makes a rarity claim for their classic car. While some are valid, others are less relevant and more obscure. That brings us to this 1977 Pontiac Trans Am. While I’ve had no… more»

Black Beauty: 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z-28

This 1981 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 is described as a survivor by the seller, who highlights the stock condition, original paint and decals, and minty interior as just some of the ways this muscle car is a standout. The listing… more»

Indy Festival Car: 1975 Buick LeSabre Convertible

I love seeing a nice convertible in the winter, with actual snow on the ground in Anoka, Minnesota, with the top down. It’s hard to not see snow on the ground in February in Minnesota, come to think of… more»

Museum Find: 1969 Plymouth GTX

For many people, the thought of a museum conjures up images of paintings, stuffed animals, and other things forgotten within the mists of time. However, a museum can also be home to something very desirable. That was the case… more»

Fangio’s Favorite: 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Roadster

In previous articles here at Barn Finds, I have raised questions designed to spark spirited debate. These have generally revolved around determining the first or best muscle car of all time, but I have so far steered clear of… more»

Still In The Barn: 1971 Chevrolet Blazer 4×4

Wow. Break out the power washer, or whatever comes after that. This 1971 Chevrolet Blazer is a desirable square body 4×4, and while none of us want to think about the multiple layers of bird dung sitting on the… more»

4-Speed Field Find: 1968 Ford Torino 390 GT

There’s nothing quite like finding an interesting car in an abandoned and neglected setting. The resounding thought always is, “How, or why, did it end up here in this condition? Well, let’s examine this 1968 Ford Torino GT and… more»

Hemi/4-Speed: 1966 Plymouth Satellite

The 1960s was a great time to be a performance car enthusiast. If buyers had a thick enough wallet, they could walk into a dealership and drive away in a car capable of pinning them back in the seat… more»

Good Buy? 1977 Ford Mustang II Cobra II

A black muscle car with a V8 and a 4-speed manual transmission? 99% of us are all over that all day long. Did I mention that this one is a 1977 Ford Mustang II Cobra II? The seller has… more»

49k Original Miles: 1981 Pontiac Trans Am Special Edition

The subject of rarity is always going to ignite debate amongst enthusiasts. Some will claim that the relative rarity of a particular vehicle will have little impact on its value, while others will see this impact as profound. That… more»

12K One Owner Miles: 1978 Aston Martin V8 Coupe

The Aston Martin V8 coupe strikes me as one of those cars that was seemingly everywhere in the 1980s – at least as much as a supercar can be everywhere – that has slowly faded from the public eye…. more»

Highly Original 1928 Packard 526 Convertible Coupe

Although the information on this tidy 1928 Packard convertible coupe is scant, the owner does supply “all the original paperwork since 1928,” and the documents tell a story. The car, in drivable condition, is for sale here on Craigslist… more»

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