Second Time Around: 1934 Packard Eight

We’re packin’ in the Packards here at Barn Finds. Last week we covered this 1948 Packard Eight and earlier in December we featured this similar 1948 Packard Eight. Today, we’re reviewing a different generation Packard in the form of… more»

Sleeper Sedan: 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T

I don’t know if a person could call a car a sleeper if it’s in the brightest possible shade of red and has fancy aluminum wheels as this 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T has, but hey, it’s a four-door and… more»

Almost a Bel Air: 1956 Chevrolet 210

Middle of the road.  In between.  Smack dab in the middle.  In a sense, that’s sort of the role the 210 played for Chevrolet when it was introduced in 1953.  The 210 was a step above Chevy’s entry-level 150… more»

350/4-Speed: 1963 Chevrolet Impala SS

The Chevrolet Impala was officially launched as a 1958 model year vehicle, although the first generation lasted for just that one year, and only 3 years later when the SS package first became available on the Impala in 1961… more»

Storage Unit Find: 1972 Chevrolet Impala

The fifth generation of the Chevy Impala (1971-76) was the last for the really “big” cars, proportions-wise. They would be downsized (or is it better to say rightsized?) for 1977 to be more practical for fuel consumption. The 1972… more»

426 Street Wedge! 1965 Dodge Coronet 500

Though obviously a work in progress, this 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 in Willoughby, Ohio certainly makes a statement just as it sits. Like prison tattoos, this hardtop wears its scars with pride. A half century’s use build character, and… more»

Hydra-Matic Transmission: 1956 Chevrolet 3800 Series

Chevrolet’s trucks were all-new for 1955, dubbed the Task-Force Series. Built through 1959, they replaced the Advanced Design Series and featured things like a wraparound windshield, a first for the truck industry. Built on the Stake portion of the… more»

Prospector Dually: 1985 Dodge Ram 3500

This eBay seller has shown time and again for having a knack at turning up desirable project trucks, and oftentimes, slightly better than project-grade trucks. In fact, given the West Coast location, they are often daily driver-quality specimens and… more»

429 V8 Survivor: 1969 Ford Galaxie XL GT

1960s muscle car mania wasn’t limited to just mid-size cars. You could buy a performance-oriented version of the full-size Galaxie 500 if you wanted, and it was called the XL GT. Your body style choices were limited to a… more»

348 Tri-Power/4-Speed: 1961 Chevrolet Impala SS

The best word to describe this 1961 Chevrolet Impala SS is “stunning.” It isn’t just that it looks beautiful, but its gorgeous panels and paint hide a drivetrain that should offer enough performance to satisfy most enthusiasts. It is… more»

Pick Your Color: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette

Buying an unfinished project build can be fraught with perils. Sometimes it can be hard to know what you are getting yourself into, as a coating of primer can hide some pretty awful secrets beneath. That doesn’t appear to… more»

19k Genuine Miles: 1967 Pontiac Tempest Custom

While some owners will make outrageous claims about the odometer reading of their classic car, the owner of this 1967 Pontiac Tempest would seem to have the documentation to back his claim. It is an original and unrestored two-owner… more»

Abstract Art: 1967 Austin Mini Cooper S

Art appreciation is a subjective thing. Some people will look at the Mona Lisa and see a magnificent portrait produced by an artist at the height of his powers. Others will see it as little more than a picture… more»

Customized When New: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

If it was 1969 and I was the proud owner of a new Corvette, I believe the last thing on my mind would be customizing it.  But visions and ideas vary, and that’s exactly what the original owner of… more»

Convertible Conversion: 1972 Jaguar V12 E-Type

There’s something to be said for do-it-yourself. You know, you want a convertible, but you can’t either find the one of your dreams or the one that you can afford. No problem, the wind through your hair is just… more»

Rust-Free Restorer: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302

Don’t be fooled by its Winter Wonderland surroundings because this 1970 Mustang Boss 302 has spent its life in a drier climate. That has allowed it to remain rust-free, making it a prime candidate for restoration. Its cosmetic needs… more»

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