Much digital ink has been spilled in the media to convince everyone that we are entering a recession. Maybe. Maybe not. One of the ways car enthusiasts can tell if money is tight is by looking at the antique… more»
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292/3-Speed: 1957 Ford Thunderbird
While some enthusiasts prefer originality when searching for a classic, others will compromise if the vehicle in question is in excellent condition. That appears to be the case with this 1957 Ford Thunderbird. Its paint shade might not have… more»
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Super Straight – No Rust! 1977 Ford Thunderbird
Last week, I penned a review of a 1978 Mercury Cougar XR-7, and today I’m going to continue in that vein with a 1977 Ford Thunderbird – a very similar car. The year 1977 was a big one for… more»
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Zero Rust: 1965 Volkswagen Beetle
Although it doesn’t enjoy a reputation for dissolving like a soluble Aspirin, the Volkswagen Beetle could develop rust issues. However, this 1965 example has avoided such problems. It is a two-owner classic that has been garaged for most of… more»
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Ready to Go: 1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk
Worldwide car sales flourished globally following World War II, with the United States leading the charge. Slaking the thirst of buyers was seemingly impossible, and it should have been an era when small manufacturers that could react to change… more»
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50K Miles and $32,500! 1974 Ford Pinto Runabout
We’ve seen some nice Pintos here on Barn Finds over the years, but I don’t know if we’ve ever seen one for sale for $32,500 or not, especially since it isn’t a particularly low-mile example. The seller has this… more»
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318 Dodge-Powered 1974 Winnebago D-19 Brave
1974 was a big year in U.S. history. Who can forget President Nixon resigning? That was big. Sports news was also big, and very coincidental in the case of this 1974 Winnebago D-19 Brave. Hammerin’ Hank Aaron, playing for… more»
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Rod, or Restore as Original? 1946 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery
The sedan delivery was an oddball body style amounting to a two-door van mounted on a car chassis. Several manufacturers made versions of the sedan delivery, but sales were challenging for everyone. It seemed that commercial users simply preferred… more»
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39K Mile Spaceship: 1977 Datsun 200SX 5-Speed
It’s raining Datsun 200SXs here at Barn Finds, and for those of us who love vintage Japanese tin, that’s a good thing. Speaking of tin, maybe that’s why there aren’t many left; they have a tendency to rust away,… more»
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Survivor or Restored? 1970 Chevrolet Impala Custom Coupe
Chevrolet hoped to recapture some of the sales magic of the 1965 Impala (one million units, including the SS). So, Chevy introduced the Custom Coupe in 1968. Essentially, it was a Caprice (formal roofline) with Impala trim, and the… more»
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Parked 30 Years: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
One of the nice things about the 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is that it’s the last year the C3 featured chrome bumpers in both the front and rear, so for many enthusiasts, this body style is still more desirable than… more»
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Postwar Style: 1949 Packard Standard Eight Sedan
Any automotive historian knows that Packard’s star waned in the postwar years, even though that wasn’t immediately apparent. The Twenty-Second Series Packard was introduced in 1947, and although Packard was historically loath to assign model year designations, Packards from… more»
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Track Car Project: 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta
Buying an old race car is always a bit of a gamble, but unfolding its history as you put it back together is half the fun. This 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta was purportedly built by the owner of a… more»
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Restorable Roundie: 1971 BMW 2002
On occasion, you see a very needy project car but then give it a second look and begin to weigh the factors in its favor. This 1971 BMW 2002 is pretty cheap at just $1,000, which doesn’t buy you… more»
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Dirt Cheap: No Reserve 1978 Pontiac Trans Am
It is often said that you only get what you pay for, and this is undoubtedly true when assessing the relative worth of any classic as a project candidate. Buying something cheap can be tempting, but the new owner… more»
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79k Original Miles: 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix Model J
It is common for car companies to revive badges that may have lain dormant for years. However, once a marque is retired, a revival is extremely rare. There is no indication that General Motors will ever bring Pontiac back… more»
