One of the best ways to get into a car that is listed for a discount is to buy one that’s been modified. Of course, it’s a slippery slope in terms of how modified the vehicle in question is… more»
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Road Ready: 1953 Ford Crestline Victoria
The attractive hardtop body style was still a relatively new and special thing in the early 1950s, and its seemed as if most makes had special names for it: Buick had the “Riviera,” Oldsmobile the “Holiday,” and Ford the… more»
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Rust-Free 1990 Chevrolet Beretta Indy Coupe
With the Memorial Day Classic, the Indy 500, just one day away, sellers are taking advantage of the big race by populating the pages of Marketplace, eBay, and craigslist with their pace car replicas. We’ve seen a couple Buick… more»
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17 Years in Garage: 1987 Ford Mustang GT
Admitting you’re not going to get around to restoring a car, or otherwise getting it running, is the first step in releasing a car from the cold clutches of a dark garage. The seller admits that this 1987 Ford… more»
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6-Speed Flood Project: 2001 Porsche 911 Cabriolet
Here’s a project car opportunity that introduces all sorts of questions: the 996 chassis continues disrupt relationships, automotive forums, and car gatherings. Is it a good car? Is it a ticking time bomb? The debate rages on, and sadly,… more»
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Hemi-Powered: 1924 Ford T-Bucket
It feels like Hot Rod week at Barn Finds, with our feature car the second such vehicle to appear on our pages in under a day. While the previous vehicle was an old-school Ford Roaster, this is a 1924… more»
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14k Original Miles: No Reserve 1981 DMC DeLorean
Until recently, this 1981 DMC DeLorean had occupied the same spot in the previous owner’s garage since 1993. This lack of action makes it unsurprising that its odometer shows only 14,000 original miles. The seller has revived the DeLorean,… more»
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Niki Lauda Edition: 1978 Alfa Romeo Spider
After a horrific accident in 1976, Niki Lauda managed a comeback that landed him in a Brabham-Alfa Romeo F1 car sponsored by Parmalat. It was 1978. The car was powered by an Alfa flat-12 and raced to limited success…. more»
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No Reserve: 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod
Regular Barn Finds readers will know my preference for original classics. However, I treat that attitude as a guide, rather than a hard-and-fast rule. I have total respect for well-executed custom builds, and am almost irresistibly drawn to old-school… more»
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Driver Quality Pony: 1969 AMC Javelin
American Motors jumped into the “pony car” market in 1968, three years after the Ford Mustang set the industry on its ear. Typical of most AMC cars, the Javelin wasn’t guilty of putting a dent in the output of… more»
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Major Restoration: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1964 Coupe demonstrates the ongoing popularity of Chevrolet’s C2 Corvette. It requires a restoration that will involve dismantling the car to the last nut and bolt, although it seems there are people willing to tackle this build. It… more»
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Luxury Project: 1956 Continental Mark II
The Continental Mark II was an exercise in excellence by the Ford Motor Company with a stated aim of producing the world’s best luxury car. The company certainly left no stone unturned in its quest for perfection, but the… more»
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26K Miles! 1983 Ford F-250 4×4 Diesel 4-Speed
The great trucks keep rolling in here at Barn Finds. Big or small, 2WD or 4WD, automatic or manual, gas or diesel, long bed or short bed, two doors or four, it doesn’t matter, we love ’em all. Here’s… more»
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Needs Nothing: 1969 Ford F-100 Flareside
It’s possible that not enough of us car collectors put enough thought into the stance of our cherished possessions, but if it’s wrong, it sticks out; and if it’s right, it sticks out. Whoever built this ’69 F-100 has… more»
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32K Original Miles: 2001 Jeep Cherokee Limited
There’s little doubt the XJ-chassis Jeep Cherokee is a modern classic. The styling, the drivetrain, and the low cost of maintenance have collectively made it a home run with enthusiasts all day long. Strangely, though, the prices have been… more»
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Same Owner 21 Years: 1972 Pontiac LeMans Sport
The LeMans Sport was introduced in 1970, something of a cross between the standard LeMans and the muscular GTO. Perhaps that was to appease profit-oriented insurance companies who had become aware of what the GTO was (as a separate… more»
