When I think of the word Turismo I usually think of some exotic Italian high-maintenance car, and when I think of the word Duster I think of a V8-powered car from the 1970s. This 1985 Plymouth Turismo/Duster is neither… more»
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Jan 8, 2018 • Uncategorized • 13 Comments
Fool The Neighbors: Ferrari 308 GTBi Kit
I consider myself a pretty harsh critic of Kit cars. I pride myself on being to tell even the best tribute models from the original. Reality is, I would spot this example of a Ferrari 308 GTBi as a… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • Events • 25 Comments
World of Wheels Part Two: Muscle Cars, Hot Rods, and Mary Ann Too!
Once again, as temperatures start to dive past freezing, gear heads need something to do to help them cope with their affliction. In the eastern section of Tennessee, that was accomplished by taking a trip to the beautiful convention… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • Uncategorized • 20 Comments
Stick Shift Banana Boat: 1965 Rambler Cross Country
You will be sure to stand out in this very bright and long banana yellow Rambler station wagon. Packing virtually no deluxe features, this wagon is a base model classic that is quite solid with a factory manual transmission… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • Exclusives For Sale • 22 Comments
BF EXCLUSIVE: 1976 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible
I’m guessing a lot of you besides me remember when the 1976 Cadillac Eldorado convertibles were “the last American convertibles” due to expected governmental regulations that never happened. Now Barn Finds reader Armando wants to sell the car that… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Perfection: 1927 Dodge Brothers 128 Coupe
Sometimes a missed opportunity sticks in your head and you can’t shake it out. Almost a year ago I ran across a somewhat similar car to this 1927 Dodge Brothers Series 128 coupe and I didn’t jump on it… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Project Update: 1981 Toyota HiAce
It’s been a while since I shared any information about my 1981 Toyota HiAce (but I sure have been yapping about it in other posts!), so it’s time I provided an update. For anyone unfamiliar with it, you can… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • Uncategorized • 41 Comments
SoCal Preserved: 1963 Rambler American 440
As an incurable AMC/Rambler/Nash/Hudson fan, a car like this 1963 Rambler American 440 Convertible is pretty appealing to me. Hopefully there are a few others who like this generation of the Rambler American out there. This drop-top beauty is… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Facing Extinction: 1993 Honda Civic Si
When I chat with my brother about potential project cars, we both agree that the fifth-generation Honda Civic Si hatchback is on our lists – if you could find one worth owning. This is the car that basically sparked… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • For Sale • 63 Comments
Black Plate Bike: 1960 Harley-Davidson FLH Duo-Glide
I’m stepping a bit outside my comfort zone with a 1960 Harley Davidson FLH, listed on the Los Angeles craigslist page with an ask of $22,000. After consulting with my uncle who is way more of an expert on… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Two Owner 16 Valve: 1987 VW GTI
Despite once being incredibly common, the second generation models of Volkswagen’s U.S. lineup have all but disappeared from American roads. This is especially true of the so-called “hot” models like the 16-valve GTIs and Jetta GLIs. Unfortunately, years of… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Gold Runner: 13K Mile 1985 Chevy Sierra K1500
The auction for this 1985 Chevy Sierra ends tonight, and this 13,741 mile Sierra pickup looks practically good as new. The seller recounts an interesting ownership history tied to a former uranium mining engineer who worked on The Manhattan… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • Uncategorized • 24 Comments
Genuine Wood: 1963 Ford Galaxie Country Sedan
Cars with great style and looks are always a joy to check out, but one thing that can really separate a car from many is it’s past. With a colorful history as a dragster hauler, this 1963 Country Sedan… more»
Jan 7, 2018 • Events • 14 Comments
Avoiding Snow At The 50th Annual World Of Wheels Car Show
With winter bearing down on the East Coast, and weathermen trying to out do each other in both colorful vernacular and terrifying forecasts, it is hard for car guys to stay entertained. Thankfully, indoor car shows have begun to… more»
Jan 6, 2018 • Uncategorized • 19 Comments
Hondamatic Hooligan: 1978 Honda Civic
Compound Vortex Controlled Combustion would have been a heck of a badge on the grille of this 1978 Honda Civic. Instead, the company wisely made it a simple to remember CVCC; that rolls off of the tongue much easier…. more»
Jan 6, 2018 • Uncategorized • 24 Comments
Quilted Classic! 1970 Ford Torino GT Cobra 429
Often we feature cars that present an honest, story-telling patina (the most overused automotive word of the past five years?) that some owners choose to preserve as part of the car’s unique history. Whether you appreciate patina or not,… more»
