In the 1960s and 1970s, Cadillac built some of the largest (and most luxurious) automobiles around. That was until 1977, when General Motors began downsizing some of its cars to be more fuel efficient. They included the C-body De… more»
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4 Speed 300 HP: 1979 Pontiac Firebird
Well, we usually see Trans Ams and Formulas here on Barn Finds but this is a 4 speed 1979 Pontiac Firebird. The second generation Firebird was produced from 1970-1981 and offered in 4 models – the base Firebird, Esprit,… more»
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“Merchero” Custom! 1972 Mercury Grand Marquis
Being a step up from Ford in the FOMOCO pecking order, the Lincoln-Mercury Division of the company generally was devoid of pickup trucks. An exception is the Lincoln Mark LT from 2006 to 2008. Unless you bought one made… more»
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White Lightning: 1987 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo
This 1987 Chevrolet Sprint Turbo needs more graphics, in my opinion. Some tiny Sprint Turbo lettering on the rear of each side isn’t enough, especially for the 1980s when graphics ruled the day. That’s likely of little importance for… more»
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Malaise No More: 1975 Olds Cutlass S
There’s a new sweet spot in car collecting, and it’s of vehicles that span rides we used to blithely dismiss as coming from the “malaise” era. That is the post-1972 pinnacle of muscle car production which gave birth to… more»
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Emberglo Metallic Miracle: 1965 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
I have a secret to tell you. I have a neighbor who has a 1965 Ford Thunderbird Coupe almost exactly like the 1965 Thunderbird Convertible seen here on ebay. I’ve been going by his place, hoping to see the… more»
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1969 Ford F-350 and Champion 230 Camper
With summer officially over in this hemisphere, or at least, over the hump and on its way toward winter, that doesn’t mean that camping season is done. It’s time to get serious about heading out on the road in… more»
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Same Family 45 Years: 1962 Chevrolet Impala
Beginning in 1952, Dinah Shore sang the phrase “See the USA in Your Chevrolet” over and over, and it became a Chevy mantra for many years. Even 10 years later, more than 700,000 Americans took that advice by taking… more»
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Silver Bullet: 1979 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Pontiac built 24,850 Formula models in 1979 out of a total production of 211,453 Firebirds. This example is located in Long Island, New York and is said to have only 66k miles. The silver paint is different shades indicating… more»
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2 Owners, 4 Doors: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500
Launched in 1959, the Ford Galaxie nameplate capitalized on America’s growing fascination with the “Space Race”. Others included the Mercury Comet and Meteor, Oldsmobile Starfire, and Plymouth Satellite. Competing head-to-head with the Chevrolet Impala, it would remain a Ford… more»
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No Reserve: 1973 Dodge W200 Power Wagon
I was never there, but this 1973 Dodge Power Wagon looks like a picture of Southern California in 1973. Throw a couple dirt bikes in the bed, or maybe a small camper on the back, and you could be… more»
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Factory N-Code 429: 1970 Ford Torino Cobra
The 1970 Ford Torino was one of those offerings that excelled in nearly every capacity, serving as a capable family car in its 4-door form, with a station wagon also available for those who needed additional room. For buyers… more»
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Survivor? 1981 Jeep CJ-7 4×4
The CJ-7 was a significant upgrade over its near sibling, the CJ-5. A broader frame at the rear changed the geometry of the suspension to improve stability. A slightly longer wheelbase mellowed out the ride; metal doors contained roll-up… more»
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Former Cop’s Car: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
The 1970 Plymouth Barracuda was a popular pony car with its all-new platform. Nearly 49,000 copies were produced, yet fewer than 1,800 of them were the performance ‘Cuda model with a 340 cubic inch V8 and a TorqueFlite automatic… more»
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BF Auction: 1956 Chevrolet School Bus 4×4
For some, the urge to embark on a life of adventure is irresistible, but choosing the best method to attain that goal can be challenging. This 1956 Chevrolet School Bus could offer the ideal solution, providing an opportunity for… more»
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SportsRoof Project: 1969 Ford Mustang 302 V8
Ford’s Mustang got its second facelift in 1969, and it was a little more pronounced than the 1967-68 rework. The car would gain quad headlights for the only time during the first generation’s long run (through 1973). Fastbacks would… more»
