The concept of a captive import is demonstrated perhaps no more perfectly than buy Chrysler Corporation, which used a cozy relationship with Mitsubishi throughout the 80s and 90s to bolster its entry-level vehicle game. The Dodge Challenger was a… more»
1938 Ford Deluxe Fordor 81A Survivor Is Ready To Drive!
If you’ve been looking for a prewar survivor with loads of personality and a name to match, this 1938 Ford Deluxe Fordor—affectionately called “Mabel”—might be your perfect match. Now available here on Barn Finds and located in Killingworth, Connecticut,… more»
Supercharged V8! 2001 Jaguar XKR Convertible
If you’ve been dreaming of a refined grand tourer that blends old-world luxury with modern muscle, this might be just the car you’ve been waiting for. Available here on Barn Finds Auctions and located in Guilford, Connecticut, this sleek… more»
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$5,000 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon LT1
Wagonnnnnnnnsssss Hoooooo! Sorry for yelling, and not many may remember the old TV show, Wagon Train, now that I think about it. I always think about a big station wagon like this 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon when I… more»
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Cheap Project: 1977 Chevrolet Corvette
With such a long production run, it’s no wonder that values for the Chevrolet Corvette vary from through the roof to almost unbelievably affordable. Some of the mid-to-late C3 examples still fall into the budget-friendly category, with this 1977… more»
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Abandoned SUV Rescue: 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
While every state has police-run auctions for impounded vehicles, I imagine the ones operated in California are full of potential gold you’re unlikely to find in other states. This super clean 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser was apparently ditched by… more»
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$11M Discount Update! 980-Year-Old Redwood Log House $500,000
UPDATE – This 980-Year-Old Redwood Log House is listed for sale again, almost three years after it was featured on Barn Finds back on November 4, 2022. It’s now listed here on Hemmings in Cedarburg, Wisconsin, with an $11,000,000… more»
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Achieve Your Vision: 1969 Mercury Montego
Mercury made some ferocious muscle cars back when those original beasts roamed the earth. The 1969 Montego shown here on ebay is not exactly one of those, being motivated by a 302 V8 with a two-barrel carb backed up… more»
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2nd Owner Project: 1977 Pontiac Astre Wagon
Needing a subcompact car to compete in that market, Pontiac introduced the Astre in the U.S. in 1975. It had already been sold in Canada since 1973. The good news/bad news for the Astre was that it was a… more»
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Running Project: 1962 Triumph TR3A
Standard Triumph had put a few roadsters into buyers’ hands in the immediate post-war period, first its 1800, then the 2000, but the company’s competitiveness was slipping in the sports-car segment. Rumor has it that Sir John Black, managing… more»
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Senior-Owned: 1991 Ford Escort GT 5-Speed
As usual, I’m hoping the Ford paint scholars in the crowd can nail down this color. Alabaster? Light Titanium? I just like to fill in the blanks whenever I can. Whatever color it is, we haven’t seen too many… more»
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Good Car, Bad Transmission: 1990 Buick Park Avenue
For a very long time, one of the best options for “cheap wheels” was any big General Motors product with a 3800 under the hood, because they were well-known for lasting at least 200,000 miles, even if the body was disintegrating… more»
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Almost Too Cheap? 1986 Lincoln Mark VII
Taupe is the color most of us think is on the car clogging the left lane all the time. I’m counting at least 25 Taupe-related colors available on the 1984 through 1992 Lincoln Mark VII, according to this website…. more»
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Original 455 HO: 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix Model SJ
Some classics fail to ignite passion, while others perfectly combine looks, luxury, and performance in a blend that forces people to stop and take a close look. That is the story behind this 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix Model SJ…. more»
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Original 4-Speed, 4.10 Posi: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS LS6
The Chevrolet Chevelle is one of those versatile cars that served admirably in just about all capacities, ranging from basic family sedans up to offerings that are infinitely more exciting. When it comes to performance, there’s not much that… more»
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BF Auction: 1962 Ford Econoline Van
It was inevitable that it would happen, but we are all subjected to a twisted sense of reality in the collector car world. On any given weekend in America, there is almost certainly a local car show going on… more»
