The word “Daytona” conjures up thundering American V8s on sandy beaches or high banked ovals, but somehow it also seems at home on this sporty red hatchback from Dodge. Chrysler has always done its own thing, and when its… more»
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Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Barn Find Beast: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9
I have said multiple times over the last year that I am swearing off major projects. As it stands, my last big restoration is nearing the proverbial finish line, which is the junkyard rescue 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Stored Since 1986: 1968 Dodge Charger Roller
When the company launched its “Dodge Rebellion” marketing campaign, the new Charger was at the forefront. The approach was to solidify Dodge as being the performance arm of Chrysler Corp. The Charger didn’t catch on at first in 1966-67,… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • Events For Sale • 10 Comments
Italian Smorgasbord: Auto E Moto d’Epoca
Every year, one of the largest swap meets in the world convenes in Italy, specifically Bologna after the show outgrew the confines of Padua’s fiera two years ago. Held over four days in October, Auto e Moto d’Epoca tempts… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 45 Comments
One Family Slant Six: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
When the Plymouth Barracuda was totally redesigned in 1970, most buyers wanted a V8 engine. And 89% of them were built with a 318 cubic inch V8 engine or larger. The other 11% came with the Slant Six motor… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Needs Some TLC: 1976 Chevrolet Corvette
I just returned from a trip to Houston, Texas and one of the first things that caught my attention was a 1976 Chevrolet Corvette, parked in the shared parking area of an upper-scale residential community. I wondered about the… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
V8 Swapped 1964 Sunbeam Alpine
Fans of Britain’s Sunbeam know Caroll Shelby worked with Sunbeam to engineer a Ford V8-powered Alpine named Tiger. That’s right; the Tiger followed Shelby’s recipe for the Cobra, a Ford V8-swapped British AC Ace roadster. According to the seller,… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
1 Of 500: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 429 Project
Just the mention of a Boss 429 Mustang is enough to bring tears of joy to most blue oval fans, and rightfully so, as not only are these Fords fast but they’re also scarce and highly sought after. The… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Have You Ever Seen One? 1949 Fiat 1500 D
The 1500 was a pre- and post-war car built by Fiat in Italy. It was larger than the Fiats that most U.S. buyers associate with the brand, powered by a 1493-cc inline-6 engine. In production from 1935 to 1950,… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Unrestored Hippie Van! 1976 Dodge Tradesman
Dodge’s B-Series vans, dubbed the RAM, were in production for more than 30 years (1971-2003). The first generation ran through 1978 and was divided into two categories, Tradesman for cargo vans and Sportsman for people vans. The Tradesman was… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
1 of 200: 1986 Ford Mustang Saleen
The Saleen brand has long been associated with building some of the most sought-after Ford Mustangs ever made. When the first examples showed up, they were a bit more restrained in terms of upgrades compared to the modern-day offerings,… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
57k Original Miles: 1973 Plymouth Duster 340
If I could give an owner two pieces of advice when selling their classic, they would be to provide as many high-quality images as possible and supply clear and concise information that leaves nothing open to potential incorrect interpretation…. more»
318 V8 Crate Motor: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda
Although the Plymouth Barracuda was all-new in 1970, its wings were clipped after 1971 as a performance car. Before 1972, you could get a ‘Cuda with a 383, 440, or 426 Hemi V8. After that, the 340 was the… more»
Oct 28, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Investment Grade: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 350
When a seller describes any classic as “investment grade,” there’s a good chance that you are dealing with something special. Such would appear to be the case with this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS 350. From its spotless presentation to… more»
Oct 27, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Rebuilt Big-Block: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
The 1960s was a golden era in American automotive history, with muscle cars at the height of their power. Squeezing potent V8s under the hoods of relatively pedestrian models resulted in fire-breathing monsters with performance to satisfy all but… more»
Oct 27, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
One Owner Survivor: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am
We see our share of classics at Barn Finds that stretch the definition of the term “survivor” to its limits. Some will have received a restoration or significant upgrades. However, this 1976 Pontiac Trans Am is the real deal,… more»
