Low Mileage Barn Find? 1970 Cadillac Eldorado

There’s no denying that the first of the front-drive Eldorados is a styling masterpiece. Intricately detailed with swoops and swells and creases, it’s certainly among Bill Mitchell and company’s best efforts. The 1970 model, pictured for sale here, was… more»

454 V8 Drop-Top: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette

The Chevy Corvette was little changed going into 1971. And labor issues at GM kept production down to less than 14,700 copies that year. And just a third of them were convertibles (coupes were now dominating sales due to… more»

Too Many Doors? 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

Among serious car enthusiasts, many sedans just don’t get the same amount of fanfare as their two-door counterparts, and it’s understandable since most are viewed as more family-oriented rather than having the cool factor that comes with only half… more»

Chopped “Oval” Beetle: 1956 Volkswagen Type 1

The Volkswagen Type 1 (or Beetle) was dubbed “The People’s Car’ when it was conceived in the late 1930s. Once production resumed after WW2, more than 21 million copies of the popular little “Bugs” were built through the end… more»

BF Auction: 1963 Chevrolet Bel Air

UPDATE – The seller just informed us that the brakes have been serviced and now work as they should! This 1963 Chevrolet Bel Air is a striking classic that is guaranteed to turn heads and draw a crowd. It… more»

V12 Barn Find: 1948 Lincoln Continental

For a car with a very limited production volume, post-war Lincoln Continentals, such as today’s 1948 Find, have made a lot of appearances here on Barn Finds. I have always found the ’46-’48 editions to be menacing looking and… more»

Beautiful Fiat 850 Spider Needs Reviving

I must admit to always lusting after one of these. They were just such a perfect design, in miniature, by the legendary Giorgetto Giugiaro when he was at Bertone, which also built the bodies. This one is on Facebook… more»

BF Auction: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle

UPDATE – The seller has added underside photos to the gallery. It isn’t unusual for a classic to become laid low by a minor fault, which is the case with this 1966 Volkswagen Beetle. Its previous owner completed a… more»

Worth Saving? Rare 4-Speed 1972 Pontiac Trans Am

  Mothballed in 1998 for a someday restoration, this 1972 Pontiac Trans Am in Martinsville, Indiana awaits a new owner and a timely revival. These TAs were no joke, with a single engine option, the 455 high output LS5… more»

BF Auction: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

While some enthusiasts focus on total originality when selecting a classic to park in their garage, others prefer high-end drivers with mechanical upgrades that improve performance and user-friendliness. This 1974 Chevrolet Corvette falls neatly into the second category. It… more»

Love it, or Loathe it? 1978 Ford Mustang II

What car models can you think of that made you wonder what a formerly-revered manufacturer was up to? The MG TD – dimensionally bloated and pregnant with bumpers designed to protect its delicate body from inept drivers – was… more»

Classic Lines, Nasty Power: 2009 Challenger SRT8

As others have said, “These are the good old days” of the muscle car world once again. That you can buy nearly new raw, big-engined monster for the price of a new grocery-getter is remarkable. But that’s what you’ll… more»

5-Speed 4WD: 1990 Subaru Fun Justy

I have always considered my automotive tastes to be eclectic, and there are very few classics that I would categorically exclude from a list of potential candidates to park in my garage if the opportunity presented itself. This 1990… more»

Clean and Original 1978 Ford LTD Woody!

Calling this a woody is a bit of a misnomer, as the “wood” on this wagon is of the fiberglass variety. But regardless of the manmade panels, this is one heck of a car. Located in Seabrook, New Hampshire,… more»

Parked for 30 Years: 1966 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Convertible

There are few motoring experiences more enjoyable than hitting the road on a fine summer’s day behind the wheel of a classic Convertible. With the sun on your shoulders and the wind in your hair, it is easy to… more»

Special Order Paint: 1972 Ford Sport Bronco

Most modern vehicle manufacturers have a fixed color palette for particular models in their range. However, there was once a time when buyers could select a Special Order shade, and companies were willing to accommodate such requests. This 1972… more»

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