We’ve recently seen a few examples of Volvo’s P1800/1800S/1800ES crossing our desks at Barn Finds, with some offering more promise than others. What sets this 1963 model apart is that it is one of the last produced by Jensen… more»
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BF Auction: 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
If you’re looking to experience classic C4 Corvette performance with the wind in your hair, this 1991 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible might be just the ticket. With 73,400 miles on the clock and a clean Illinois title, this example is… more»
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Original? Prove it! 1970 Chevy Nova
It’s actually a bit surprising how seldom Chevrolet Novas like the one seen here on eBay turn up on Barn Finds. This 1970 model is just plain good-looking, especially since it’s listed at $15,000 on one bid. If you’re… more»
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47k Original Miles: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
It is fair to say that the C2 firmly established Chevrolet’s Corvette in the marketplace. It sold in significantly higher numbers than its predecessor, and the company’s focus on an improved driving experience created a more rounded package that… more»
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Spotless Interior: 1969 Ford Galaxie 500
While most enthusiasts won’t hesitate to tackle panel or paint repairs, a smaller number harbor the desire to perform an interior retrim. The new owner of this 1969 Ford Galaxie 500 won’t face that decision, because the inside of… more»
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BF Auction: Barn Find 1959 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
As Barn Finds readers, you may be aware that the 1973 cruising film American Graffiti was set in 1962 in Modesto, California (although it was filmed in Petaluma). I wore out my VHS copy as a young teenager in the early ’90s,… more»
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Perfect Patina Project: 1964 Chevrolet C-10 Long Bed
This 1964 Chevrolet C-10 Long Bed is the kind of truck patina enthusiasts dream about, now offered for sale in Kansas City. Sporting its original beige finish with an even, weathered patina, this long-bed pickup is described as straight,… more»
Parked in 1993: 1973 Volvo 1800ES
Volvo established its reputation by producing vehicles with robust mechanical components and a strong focus on safety. However, the company let its hair down in 1961 when it released the sporty P1800. Several updates later, the 1800ES hit the… more»
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Prewar Style on a Budget: 1936 Mercedes 500K “Marlene” Replica
This 1936 Mercedes 500K “Marlene” replica offers prewar roadster styling without the seven-figure price tag, and it’s now listed for sale in Phoenix, Arizona, here on eBay. Built in 1988 by Classic Roadsters Ltd. of Fargo, North Dakota, this… more»
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BF Auction: 1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle
You’ve probably heard of or seen a Porsche-powered VW Beetle. You might have even come across a Subaru-powered Porsche. But how about a Subaru-powered Super Beetle? As great as the air-cooled Volkswagen and Porsche engines are, a more modern… more»
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Estate Sale Find: 1937 Rolls-Royce Phantom III by Freestone & Webb
This 1937 Rolls-Royce Phantom III, wearing elegant Freestone & Webb coachwork, has resurfaced, here on craigslist after over 40 years in storage and is now part of an estate sale in Los Gatos, California. Finished in black with burgundy… more»
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Barn Find: 1969 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Holiday
The seller refers to this 1969 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Holiday hardtop sedan as a barn find, and says it was stored for 35 years in a barn with a tarp over it to keep out rodents, which worked, but it… more»
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1 of 1,343 Produced: Rare 1959 Edsel Corsair Convertible
This is the second nicely restored 1959 Edsel that I’ve written about this month. But this one is special because this top-of-the-line Corsair was both the most expensive Edsel you could buy in ’59 (with a base price of… more»
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It’s a Twofer! Pair of 1954 Nash Statesmans
Not only is a 1954 Nash Statesman an oddity here on BF, today, courtesy of Scott, we’ve got a pair, and they’re both “Super” trim level cars. One’s considered a builder and the other a parts car, so let’s… more»
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Rare 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Convertible
This 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Convertible is a rare factory four-speed example finished in Limelight green with a white top and black interior, and it’s now listed for sale as a non-running project. Plymouth built just 658 Road Runner… more»
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Original 283 V8: 1964 Chevrolet Nova SS
The Chevy II was launched in 1962 as a head-to-head competitor to Ford’s successful compact, the Falcon. Unlike the other Chevrolet compact, the Corvair, there was nothing revolutionary about the car, and it was simply a smaller Chevrolet. The… more»
