Upgraded Six: 1971 Plymouth Duster

Economic rationalism has seen many brands reduce their badge offerings to buyers, while some corporations have retired marques for the same reason. Plymouth joined a long line of such brands in 1971, marking the end of what had been… more»

283/4-Speed: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

Fins dominated American vehicle styling during the 1950s, proving so popular that they found their way across the globe to Europe and Australia. They probably peaked in 1959 on brands like Cadillac, but Chevrolet adopted a more elegant approach… more»

22K Miles: 1973 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

The 1970-1973 split bumper Camaro is a beautiful design. This 1973 Camaro Z28 is located in San Ramon, California and is said to be all numbers matching and only have 22k miles. I wonder if the dent in the… more»

No Reserve Roller: 1970 Plymouth Satellite

It’s become commonplace in the auto world to take a base model car and clone it into something more inspiring, which is exactly what the owner of this 1970 Plymouth Satellite originally had in mind.  Visions of a Road… more»

Jubilee Project: 1988 Porsche 911 Commemorative Edition

Now, not too long ago, I questioned some of the ridiculous values that Porsche 911s in basketcase condition have been given by sellers who are clearly counting on cashing in. However, today’s project-grade 911 deserves the price the seller… more»

Barn Find, One Owner! 1959 Jaguar Mk II 3.8

Sedan racing, anyone? Jaguar participated, and how. Privateers, oh yes, but also Stirling Moss, Graham Hill, John Surtees and many other luminaries of the track, rally courses and hills piloted these lithe cats to wins. Capable of 220 gross… more»

Perennial Project Car: 1973 Citroën SM

Is the Citroen SM ever not a project car? Even when in peak running condition, these French exotics require a fair amount of upkeep and even more owner loyalty to keep running reliably. However, we still see so many… more»

Factory Supercharged: 1957 Packard Clipper Wagon

Some classics tick so many boxes that it is impossible to identify their greatest attribute. This 1957 Packard Clipper Country Sedan is a perfect example of that dilemma. Its relative rarity is one of its strengths, while the seller’s… more»

Flood Ravaged: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition

There are few sights sadder than seeing someone’s beloved classic that has fallen victim to the worst that Mother Nature can throw at it. Such has been the fate of this 1982 Chevrolet Corvette Collector Edition that found itself… more»

8k Original Miles: 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine

We see an enormously diverse range of classics at Barn Finds. Having recently completed an article about a 1950 Crosley Hot Shot, I am now confronted by this 1977 Cadillac Fleetwood Limousine. The pair represent either end of the… more»

Mint Condition: 1950 Crosley Hot Shot

Claiming that there are “none nicer” than a classic you have listed for sale is a bold strategy, but it is the one chosen by the current owner of this 1950 Crosley Hot Shot. However, scrutinizing the supplied photos… more»

What’s Wrong With It? 1984 Alfa Romeo Spider

OK, we’ve reviewed cars from “Just Donated” before, and it’s often evident why they’ve been donated. As a matter of fact, some that I have covered have looked like they need to be undonated. But that’s not the case… more»

Four-Door Fun: 1969 Ford Galaxie 500

It seemed unlikely, long ago, that a 1969 Ford Galaxie 500, four-door sedan would still be plying the streets 56 years after the fact. But, here’s the evidence, and I’d suggest that it’s a pretty nice specimen. Someone’s taken… more»

Oddball RV: No Reserve 1990 National Dolphin

Is there ever a good time to buy a project RV? That’s a loaded question depending on whether you fancy yourself a motorhome-kind-of-guy. What is clear to me, however, is that every motorhome starts off in the same place… more»

Rare Sports Car Project: 1960 Jensen 541R

There are project cars, and there are projects that used to be cars. This may fall into the latter category, as there’s not much left to this 1960 Jensen 541R. This is a rare beast, a grand tourer made… more»

Stored Over 50 Years: 1960 Mercury Park Lane

The Park Lane joined the Mercury lineup in 1958 as a top-tier model, offering a comparable amount of luxury as the Ford Thunderbird.  The car was available with two or four doors, with this 1960 Park Lane here on… more»

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