Our subject car is referenced as a 1969 “Sunbeam” Imp but I believe it’s actually a Hillman Imp (as the engine hatch badge indicates). These were also referred to as a Sunbeam Imp likely due to the Rootes Group… more»
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Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
1968 Oldsmobile Delmont 88 Holiday Coupe
“Delmont 88: Lowest-priced of all the full-size ’68 Youngmobiles. Lower-looking outside. More luxurious inside. Powered by a new generation of Rocket V-8s: Bigger. Quieter. Smoother. More economical to operate.” So says a 1968 Oldsmobile, or “Youngmobile” brochure. The seller… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Certified Genuine: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Rally Sport
Some classics will leave lingering doubts in the minds of potential buyers as to whether they are considering spending their hard-earned cash on a car that is the real deal. However, this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro removes all uncertainty, with… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
1 of 2,287: 1971 Mercury Cyclone GT
From 1968 to 1971, the Cyclone was the muscle car variant of the mid-size Montego. Though the focus was on performance, the execution of the product between 1970 and 1971 was watered down. The Cyclone GT had a 351… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Red Sled: 1977 Pontiac LeMans
You don’t see too many 1977 Pontiac LeMans on the road anymore. This example is not too bad but is not running and needs some work. It is for sale here on Facebook Marketplace for $5,000. The seller has… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 46 Comments
Almost Perfect Williamsburg Edition: 1979 Lincoln Continental
Like a paleontologist studies the fossils of long-departed animals and plants, the folks here at Barn Finds are at work 24/7/365 studying the automotive relics of the past and sharing their groundbreaking work with our readers. Reader and tip… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
One Owner! 1968 Shelby Mustang 428 GT500
Here’s a rarity, a 1968 Shelby Mustang GT500 that is as original as it gets and has had only one owner (not the current seller). It’s a study in originality and how to preserve a significant car for over… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Puttin’ On The Ritz! 1985 Cadillac Biarritz Convertible
Oh, baby, we’re in tall cotton now with this 1985 Cadillac Biarritz convertible. This was the state of Cadillac’s most prestigious two-door, front-wheel drive, personal luxury coupe in the mid-eighties. I’m going to go out on a limb with… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 60 Comments
24k Original Miles: 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon
Bold claims are nothing new in the classic world, and many must be taken with a grain of salt. The seller states that this 1977 Oldsmobile Cutlass Salon has a genuine 24,000 miles showing on its odometer and that… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Patina Bug: 1966 Volkswagen Beetle
Some enthusiasts find the prospect of owning a pristine classic attractive, while others find the lure of a car dripping with character irresistible. This 1966 Volkswagen Beetle could be a hot prospect if you fall into the second category…. more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
1 of 1900: The 1990 Chrysler TC by Maserati
Sometimes business ventures between friends can sound like a good idea over the phone, or over drinks, or even over a round of golf. And when Chrysler CEO, Lee Iacocca, dreamed of adding European sportiness and prestige to his… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 50 Comments
37K Miles? 1977 Chevrolet Caprice Landau Coupe
“Caprice Classic Coupe. With so much rear-seat legroom you’ll think you’re sitting in a sedan.” So says a 1977 Chevrolet brochure. This 1977 Chevrolet Caprice Coupe Landau actually has two more inches of rear legroom than the previous-generation Caprice… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Last of the Big Wagons: 1995 Buick Roadmaster Estate
General Motors took another crack at large, rear-wheel drive cars in the 1990s. That included the Buick Roadmaster from 1991 to 1996. They resurrected the nameplate after a 33-year hiatus and applied it to full-size 4-door sedans and 6… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
V-8 Powered Time Capsule: 1981 Triumph TR8
By the time Triumph finally offered a TR7 to a waiting world, many factors had come into play that made the car an iffy proposition from the start. Before the car made it into the hands of waiting customers,… more»
Jan 26, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Tin Woodie Roller: 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Wagon
Back in the day, station wagon bodies were made of a combination of wood and metal. While the wood-bodied wagons were cool to look at, they became increasingly expensive to build and maintain. So, they began to die off… more»
Jan 25, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Fuel-Injected Project: 1974 BMW 2002tii
BMW’s splendid 2002 two-door sport sedans enjoy broad appeal. Nimble and snappy performers even in stock form, their sturdy engineering accommodates myriad modifications from mild to insane. With never-restored specimens like this readily available, the 2002 offers a visceral… more»
