The upcoming auction for the Stanley Paurazas Estate Collection looks to feature a bevy of desirable American classic cars and trucks. There’s no immediate history offered on the background of this collection or how it came to exist, but… more»
1965 Buick LeSabre Convertible With 18k Genuine Miles!
Did you know that according to the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration, the average American car will clock around 13,470 miles per year? If the owner manages to do this consistently, by the time that car is… more»
Built 396: 1966 Chevrolet Impala SS
Whipping the drivetrain of a classic project build into shape can be an expensive undertaking. Parts and labor can consume mega-dollars, and if the owner’s budget is limited, it can mean that other aspects can be delayed until the… more»
Corn Crib Find: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
From its introduction in 1964, the mid-size Chevelle was a big seller for Chevrolet, and 1971 was no exception. The upper-level Malibu outsold the rest of the series and the Sport Coupe alone accounted for more than a third… more»
Only Two Owners: 1983 Datsun 280ZX
The 280ZX was an evolution of the 280Z which began as the 240Z in 1970. The popular Japanese sports car gave the imports from Europe a run for their money, and the automobile would help position Nissan as a… more»
Stalled Stingray: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
I’m guessing more Barn Finds readers have been there than not. You spot a car you like, one you really like, and envision how great the finished product is going to be. It needs restoration, but you buy it… more»
Mini Competitor? 1963 Sunbeam Imp Mark I
Between a Mini and this 1963 Sunbeam Imp Mark I, there’s no question which one I’d want. This one, no really! I like my vehicles on the quirky side whenever possible and a rear-engine rear-drive car with the name… more»
Nicest One Left? 1990 Yugo GVC Cabrio
The Yugo was a Fiat-based, Yugoslavian-built economy car that made its way to the U.S. in the mid-1980s thanks to entrepreneur Malcolm Bricklin. The car quickly developed a reputation for poor build quality at a time when the bar… more»
1969 Datsun 2000 Barn Find
This 1969 Datsun 2000 Roadster is a mixed bag: it looks to be a very nicely preserved barn find that hadn’t run in some time but managed to survive relatively unscathed. There’s no significant rot to speak of and… more»
Grabber Blue! 1970 Ford Maverick
The Ford Maverick debuted five years to the day after the Mustang entered the automotive scene. And it would be almost as successful with 579,000 Mavericks produced for 1970 (the Mustang logged 619,000 units in 1965). It would also… more»
2-For-1 Deal: 1970 & 1971 Volkswagen Beetles
When the original Volkswagen Beetle appeared on the North American market in 1949, it had no right to be a sales success. Let’s face it, the car was small, its engine was at the wrong end, and not to… more»
Garage Project: 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Pontiac celebrated its Golden Anniversary in 1976, and after 50 years of making cars, this GM division was still going strong at this time. By 1976 the Firebird had already been in production for nine years, with another 26… more»
Update: Not A Lotus, A Dutton!
UPDATE 9/17/21 from Jamie Palmer: This car has been listed again, this time here on craigslist in Baltimore, Maryland for an asking price of $3,500 and spotted by our frequent finder Chuck F. At one point in time I… more»
Motorhome Tow Car: 1977 Ford Pinto
Ford introduced two cars back-to-back to do battle with both imports and domestic competitors. One was the compact Maverick for 1970, while the other was the subcompact Pinto for 1971. The Pinto would be a sales success at more… more»
Original Microcar: 1957 BMW Isetta
BMW might be known now for performance and luxury, but one of their more iconic cars was the Isetta, made from 1955 to 1962. It was actually a pretty popular car, with over 160,000 produced. This 1957 model year… more»
Airplane Hangar Find! 1960 Chevrolet Impala
When Chevrolet’s car line was redesigned for 1959, the Impala became the premium series. For its 1958 debut, the Impala was the top trim version of the Bel Air and only available as a hardtop or convertible. Fins were… more»
