If you wanted some muscle in a compact package, the 1970s Duster 340 was a popular choice. From ‘70 to ‘73 (the years the 340 small-block V8 was available in the Duster), more than 69,000 copies rolled off the… more»
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May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Stunning Custom: 1964 Chevrolet C10 Pickup
There is nothing quite like finding a custom build where the owner has lavished his time and effort on every aspect of the vehicle. That is what we get with this 1964 Chevrolet C10 Pickup because the next owner… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Rare Short Box: 1995 Ford F-150 XLT Short Box
This 1995 Ford F-150 XLT Short Box has the “wow” factor in abundance. From its black paint to its enormous wheels, this is a 4×4 that is guaranteed to grab plenty of attention. It isn’t just about the looks… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
High Performance! 1967 Volkswagen 23 Window Bus
When I first reviewed the listing for this VW type II, the descriptor “very quick” lept off the page and I thought, “Really? This should be good” But further reading explains a bit about this VW’s newfound mojo and… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Same Owner 51 Years: 1969 Ford Fairlane 500 Wagon
The Fairlane was part of Ford’s line-up for more than 15 years, deriving its name from Henry Ford’s estate located near Dearborn, Michigan. While it first started out as a full-size model, it became a mid-size from 1962 forward…. more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Art in Motion: 1967 Jaguar XKE 2+2
“The most beautiful car ever made” is high praise from a man like Enzo Ferrari, and this definitely deserved any and all accolades it got. It’s a stunning work of automotive art, recognized by the Museum of Modern Art… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Rare Rallye! 1968 Opel Kadett Rallye
Lodged within the top five of my master car wish list for years, a 1968 Opel Kadett Rallye is the definition of a unicorn for me. We have only seen one here in the history of Barn Finds and… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Nicolas Cage’s 1992 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1?
The 1,000,000th Corvette rolled off the line during the 1992 model year. While this example is not the millionth ‘Vette, it was 1 of only 502 coupes with the ZR-1 packaged to be produced that year. And, the seller… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Plaid Valve Cover Edition: 1963 GMC 2500
Now I’ve heard it all – an auto engine with scotch plaid valve covers? Yup, it’s true – more on that to follow. In the interim, and for your review, we have a lowered 3/4 ton GMC truck from… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Hot 502 V8: 1971 Chevrolet Nova SS
The external appearance of this 1971 Nova SS provides the merest hint of the performance potential that hides beneath the surface. The wider wheels and the Cowl Induction hood suggest that things might not be as they seem, but… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 4 Comments
355/4-Speed: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Pat L sent this clean 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 that is for sale in Saint Johns, Michigan to us. It is black with an oyster cloth interior. The engine appears to be significantly modified which would make rowing through… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Two-Car Combo! 1965 Oldsmobile Starfire 425
Oldsmobile’s 1965 sales brochure goaded Olds buyers to “Let yourself go… where the action is!” While off-the-hook hedonism rarely correlates with Oldsmobile’s image later in history, the 1965 Starfire came with plenty of style and action. This 1965 Oldsmobile… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
350 Powered: 1965 Chevelle Malibu Sport Coupe
In the mid-1960s, Chevrolet was looking to fill a gap between the compact Chevy II and its full-size cars led by the Impala. Their answer was the mid-size Chevelle which debuted for 1964. It was successful and would run… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
2 For 1 Deal: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro
The second-generation Chevy Camaro (1970-81) was still going strong in 1978, with more than 272,600 copies leaving GM factories. Much to my surprise, a significant number of them were still built with six-cylinder power. This car is one of… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Superior Shape! 1968 Pontiac GTO
It’s a treat to find a ’60s vintage muscle car that is still in the form as was originally intended. It was a treat years ago and even more so today and here’s a perfectly representative example, a 1968… more»
May 7, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
440 V8 Transplant: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
This 1970 Barracuda was from the first year the car received its new E-body platform, distancing itself from the compact roots it had before. Sales were quite brisk compared to the year before and this car left the factory… more»
