In the ’80s plenty of people were chopping the tops off their pickup trucks, but few manufacturers were doing the same. Dodge found a hole in the market and filled it. Obviously, a convertible pickup seems like a confusing… more»
Motherlode of Italian Classic Projects and Parts
If you like your classics with a dash of Italian flair, you might find this collection irresistible. All the great names are there, from Alfa Romeo to Maserati and Fiat, and if a complete car isn’t on your radar,… more»
Zero Rot? 1959 Alfa Romeo Spider
The ’59 Spider embodies “small car, big fun” energy. Weighing just under 2k pounds, the car is light, nimble, and performance-oriented. In 1959 Alfa Romeo shifted the Spider from the Tipo 750 chassis to the Tipo 101. The car… more»
Polaris-Powered Twin-Track: 1974 Raider Eagle
We got our first visible (on the ground) snow last night, although it’s gone today. Even so, this time of year always makes me think of vintage snowmobiles like the ones I grew up with. Although they weren’t vintage… more»
515 Horsepower 1974 Dodge Dart Sport For Sale
The ’70s were tough on American car manufacturers. Gas shortages, high fuel costs, and more strict emissions regulations left muscle cars in a tricky situation. Despite all this, Dodge made a powerful and fun V8-powered car. This 1974 Dodge… more»
1935 Chevrolet Deluxe Barn Find
Hiding in this garage is a classic that appears to be an unfinished restoration project. It is unclear how long it has occupied this spot, but this 1935 Chevrolet Master Deluxe Town Sedan deserves to be liberated and returned… more»
Cheap With Patina: 1955 Cadillac Sedan
We don’t know the story behind this cool ’55 Caddy, but it’s a bit of a hot potato as the seller is looking to sell it ASAP and is asking only $3,200. The seller says it runs well, has… more»
Zero-Rust Garage-Kept 1985 Renault Encore
In the early ’80s the American market was hungry for compact cars that supplied superior fuel efficiency. The Renault Alliance subcompact offered a cost-effective solution. Shortly after the Alliance’s release in North America, the Encore was introduced on the… more»
Pierre Cardin Interior: 1973 AMC Javelin AMX
In the 1970s, American Motors Corporation went all-in on “designer” editions, extending a trend linking fashion to cars that has been part of automotive culture for decades. The Gremlin arrived in a Levi’s version, Gucci graced the Hornet (Levi’s… more»
U-Code 455 V8: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
Beginning with its debut in 1966, the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme was akin to a personal luxury car in the mid-size market. But it was not an independent nameplate like the Pontiac Grand Prix was to the Tempest/LeMans. It would… more»
Better in Person: 1956 Buick Century Hardtop
While we see our share of stunning classics at Barn Finds, it appears that this 1956 Buick Century Hardtop is a case where the photos don’t do it justice. The seller says that it looks even better in person… more»
BF Auction: 2006 Ford Mustang Saleen S281 SC
The 5th generation Mustang proved to be fantastic cars, with solid performance and looks that harkened back to the original Mustang. Over its production run, there were many variants to choose from, but if you wanted even more performance,… more»
Crazy 1995 Chevrolet S-10 Boatcar
Some enthusiasts follow a well-worn path with their project build, while others march to a very different drummer to create something genuinely unique. This 1995 Chevrolet S-10 is a perfect example of the latter, with the seller ditching its… more»
Free Wheeling! 1979 Ford Bronco XLT
My sister recently bought a new Bronco Sport Heritage, which is a retro-themed model that harkens back to the original ’66 (according to Ford). Being as I tend to insert my nose where it doesn’t belong when it comes… more»