It’s always sad when an estate sale includes restoration projects in process, but after reading the story here about Lew Reader and his pre-war MG collection, it’s nice to know the cars were enjoyed by him prior to being… more»
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Flagship Barn Find: 1967 Jaguar 420G
The discovery of a long-dormant classic car likely stirs immediate emotions of both joy and excitement. It’s hard not to be affected by such a find, as it could represent a unique opportunity to bring home a car that’s… more»
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Wild 1984 Pontiac Fiero Wheelie Stander
There are times when I feel mildly sheepish about some of the cars I buy, largely because they tend to be major projects that, while they are purchased cheaply, may not be the soundest of decisions. However, I still… more»
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Drivable Barn Find: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette L76
The 1963 model year was a landmark one for the Corvette. It marked the introduction of the all-new C2 version, and it was a year in which the Corvette set a new sales record. Buyers were tripping over themselves… more»
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Original 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T 383 Convertible
The seller is this 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T Convertible’s third owner. He purchased the vehicle in 1983 and used it sparingly before placing it into dry storage for thirty-two years. It has emerged from hiding, and he has returned… more»
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Well-Preserved 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
If you found a desirable classic that had been hidden away in a North Dakota barn for thirty-five years, would you restore it, or would you do your best to preserve it as an original survivor? That was the… more»
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396-Equipped 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Project
The Chevelle SS 396 is one of the most duplicated cars out there, probably because the real thing was so cool, and the available population of Malibu’s hasn’t been depleted yet. This ’70 Malibu is a work-in-progress where much… more»
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Desert Find: 1968 Ford Torino GT 390
Buying an older project car from a drier climate will always involve a compromise. While such a climate may be conducive to preserving classic steel, it can exact a high toll in other areas. That is the case with… more»
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California Black Plates: 1955 Ford Thunderbird
Though both cars started as two-seaters, the Chevy Corvette and the Ford Thunderbird were not direct competitors. The ‘Vette was designed as a sports car to thwart English imports while the T-Bird was an early personal luxury car with… more»
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Rumble Seat Rarity: 1936 Chevrolet Standard Cabriolet
If pre-war classics are right up your alley, then you’ll be happy to see this drop-top parked there: a 1936 Chevrolet Standard Cabriolet! Located just south of Minneapolis, Minnesota, this black beauty is advertised here on Craigslist for $42,000.
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Long-Parked Project! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
If building a ’57 Chevy custom is on your bucket list, check out this McCloud, California classic! The 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air comes to market here on eBay where $12,500 makes it yours via Buy It Now, or you… more»
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Little Bit of Everything! Huge Car Collection For Sale
Every so often, you run across a situation where a car aficionado is selling off his complete collection. In this case, we’re talking about an assortment of cars and trucks from the 1948s thru 1990 that add up to… more»
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Desert Find: 1959 Cadillac Coupe De Ville
If you ever needed a demonstration of how a dry environment is conducive to preserving classic metal, you need to look no further than this 1959 Cadillac Coupe De Ville. The seller located this luxury vehicle languishing in a… more»
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Original Owner: 1968 Ford Country Squire 390 Wagon
For over five decades now, this car has been owned by a woman in the Los Angeles area where she bought it brand new and it’s been there ever since. That’s pretty amazing. It’s being sold by the owner’s… more»
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V6 Turbo Survivor: 1987 Buick Grand National
The pages of automotive history books are littered with examples of buyers purchasing classic cars as a long-term investment, and they have failed to live up to expectations. One example was the 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Indy Pace Car. These… more»
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Carpool Cool! 1959 Pontiac Safari Wagon
Old station wagons continue to grace the webpages of Barn Finds but today’s discovery of a 1959 Pontiac Safari is the first that I have encountered that isn’t a two-door Nomadesque version. It’s pretty outstanding if for no other… more»
