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»
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Restored Barn Find: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
The seller has spent the past eight years transforming this 1963 Corvette Convertible from a dusty barn find into a stunning classic that will turn heads. It retains its numbers-matching status, although they performed a couple of reversible upgrades… more»
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47k Original Miles: 1960 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
Automotive styling was evolving as 1960 dawned. Many cars still featured fins as a defining feature, although these were shrinking as buyer tastes changed. This 1960 Cadillac Sedan DeVille reflects that approach. Its appearance is more restrained than its… more»
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Former Limo? 1981 Checker Marathon
Most folks associate Checker Motors with bright yellow taxicabs – and rightfully so. For more than 20 years, they cranked out sturdy, dependable, and roomy sedans and wagons for commercial use. The Marathon was built for the smaller consumer… more»
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Rare Off-Roader: 1973 Steyr-Puch Haflinger
Some classics are so quirky that they can’t help but be cool. Take this 1973 Steyr-Puch Haflinger as a perfect example. The low production total means that we have previously only seen two of these little gems at Barn… more»
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1960s Renwal Visible Chassis and V8 Model Kits
In the late 1930s, a gentleman named Irving Lawner (Renwal spelled backward) was selling plastic kitchenware in New York City, and by the 1960s, his company was making some of the most iconic model kits of all time. These… more»
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650R Package? 1996 Dodge Viper GTS
The first generation Dodge Viper GTS coupe is not a cheap car to buy, but in the world of 90s supercars, it is definitely one of the most affordable (there’s an important distinction in word choice). The Viper shown… more»
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Stylish Survivor: 1978 Buick Electra Limited Coupe
Let’s see a show of hands for those of you who were around in the late 1970s. That many? I was a teenager and may or may not have owned a suit that looked like one of these, and… more»
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G20 Boogie Van: 1977 Chevrolet Beauville
The concept of a boogie van that has withstood the test of time, but it’s likely a terminology that is limited to enthusiasts of a certain age bracket. These days, a van lifestyle is more camping and going overlanding,… more»
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1986 Ford F-150 4×4 Short Bed 4-Speed
A 4×4 short-bed F-150 with a straight-six and four-speed manual? Yes, please. V8 engines get all the glory, but a six in this 1986 Ford F-150 4×4 short bed should handle just about any situation this side of towing… more»
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572 Big Block! Rare 1953 Buick Skylark Restomod
Well, here’s something you don’t see every day. For one, it’s a very rare 1953 Skylark, a limited production (1,690) top-of-the-line Buick that had more of a GM Motorama custom show car look to it than your standard Buick… more»
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600-Plus Horsepower! Supercharged 1975 Chevrolet Nova
We’ve featured a few fourth-generation Chevrolet Novas on Barn Finds through the years, and I’m often surprised by how much these 1975-79 examples sometimes exchange hands for, even base models with some having six-cylinder power. It’s not unusual for… more»
