Performance cars from the late 1970s were mere shadows of the fire-breathing monsters many had been at the decade’s commencement. No car was immune from the iron fist of evolving emission regulations, although Pontiac worked to maintain its position… more»
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Jan 10, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Rebuilt Engine: 1964 Cadillac DeVille Convertible
Cadillac produced about 166K automobiles in ’64 and it seems that a whole lot of them have been featured here on Barn Finds. A convertible DeVille, such as today’s subject car, is another matter, however. Owing to a convertible… more»
Jan 10, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Estate Find: 1964 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE
Estate finds can be fascinating because the unearthed classics can often be buried treasures. Such is the case with this 1964 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE. Its deceased former owner treated it to a restoration around ten years ago. Although it… more»
Jan 10, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Camper Conversion: 1964 GMC TDH-3501
As best as we can tell, this coach has a commuter look to it and began life as something other than a camper but became one later. It looks to be in good condition and ready for some road… more»
Jan 10, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Upgraded V8: 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback
This 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback started life as meek and mild family transport, but a previous owner transformed it into something significantly more muscular. It involved body modifications and an engine upgrade, but it has fallen on hard times…. more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 31 Comments
19K-Mile 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V
A perfect Florida car, which is where this 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V is located, this example is crazy nice with ultra-low miles and in an eye-popping color that nobody will mistake for someone else’s car. Not that a… more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
No Reserve! 1977 Excalibur Series III Phaeton
Here’s a niche of the car industry that defies categorization: it’s not a kit car, it’s not a replica, and it’s not really a production car – the Excaliber is more of a handbuilt special made in large-ish numbers… more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Mellow And Yellow: 1972 Chevrolet Nova
It has been said that a “rising tide lifts all boats” and that’s a metaphor that can be applied to many different aspects of life. No, I’m not going to get all philosophical here, I’ll apply that sentiment to… more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
No Reserve Driver: 1971 Datsun 240Z Series 1
Japanese manufacturers developed a reputation during the 1960s for creating solid and reliable cars featuring excellent build quality and impressive fuel consumption figures. However, companies like Datsun wished to push the envelope with cars providing motoring excitement. One of… more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
New Under the Hood: 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda
The 1970 model year was perhaps the pinnacle of the muscle car movement. A lot of hot cars were around in those days, like the Pontiac GTO Judge or Chevelle SS 454. But we can’t forget the AAR ‘Cuda… more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 51 Comments
36K-Mile Rust-Free 1976 AMC Matador Brougham
It’s almost always cheaper to buy the nicest, most rust-free example of any vehicle that you can find, rather than restoring it yourself. TV reality shows would have you believe that it’s quick and easy to restore a vehicle,… more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Chauffeur Optional: 1997 Toyota Century GZG50
If you thought that the Lexus was the most luxurious car built by Toyota, you’d be ignoring the Century. Still in production today, the Century is a series of full-size luxury sedans (now SUVs) and limos built mostly for… more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Stretch Limo Conversion: 1964 Pontiac Catalina
Several well-known coachbuilders have been creating ambulances, hearses, and limousines for the last hundred or so years. One of them is Armbruster- Stageway, which originated in 1887. Usually, they begin with a luxury sedan or station wagon and go… more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 42 Comments
1 Of 2: 1963 Ford Thunderbird Italien Fastback Concept
If you’ve been in the market for a rare or unusual Ford Thunderbird to take on as a project, this one will satisfy both objectives as it’s only the second and final example ever produced. What we’re seeing here… more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Viable Project? 1973 Lotus Europa
Viable project candidate or yard art? That is the question facing the new owner of this 1973 Lotus Europa. The list of work required to return it to active service is as long as your arm…and my arm, for… more»
Jan 9, 2024 • For Sale • 83 Comments
No Reserve Black Plate: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
In a previous article, I described the Chevrolet Corvair as one of the most significant new models to emerge in post-war America. I based my belief on the company’s “clean” sheet design approach, and the same could be argued… more»
