1970 would be BSA’s last year of this model with a separate oil tank. That may sound strange, but in 1971 they went with an oil-filled frame. No, really. This 1970 BSA A65 Lightning is the last of a… more»
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Parked for 22 Years: 1940 Nash Lafayette
This 1940 Nash Lafayette is said to be a solid car with little rust. It certainly looks like a solid car, not to mention and elegantly styled one. It has been sitting for 22 years and will require some… more»
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From Russia, With Love: 1986 Lada 2101
It’s some sort of epidemic! It’s amazing how cars from the former Soviet Union have suddenly popped up out of the woodwork. Barn Finder Roger is great at spotting them, so thank you for that Roger. My first thought… more»
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63k Original Miles: 1977 Pontiac Grand Prix
Barn Finder Jack M has spotted this really nice looking Pontiac Grand Prix for us to look at, so thank you so much for that Jack. The owner is claiming that the car has covered a genuine 63,000 miles…. more»
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Stored 15 Years: 1951 Nash Statesman
Now, this is a storage space, it looks about as packed as any that I have seen. I wonder what’s under that tarp on the left side of this good-looking 1951 Nash Statesman? I can’t imagine that it looks… more»
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Genuine Manx? Barn Find VW Buggy
You have to be careful how you refer to the many different designs of VW-based dune buggy kits made throughout the 60s, 70s, and 80s. A genuine Meyers Manx – the one that started it all – will command… more»
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Finishing Touches Required: 1970 Mercury Cougar
I know that there are readers who are going to look at this 1970 Mercury Cougar and see a project car that needs little work to complete, while there will be some who will be cautious and skeptical about… more»
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Fire Victim: 1953 Dodge M37
We’re accustomed to Dodge M37s and Power Wagons looking rough around the edges, so the sight of this example wearing a few different colors and looking somewhat bruised isn’t perceived as a big deal. However, it did experience an… more»
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Very Tempting: 1953 Kaiser Manhattan
While it is largely original, this Kaiser Manhattan is believed to have undergone a repaint at some point in its life. Barn Finder Roger spotted this Kaiser for us, so I have to thank him for that. If you… more»
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Race Car Project: 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK350
Sometimes you will look at a car and just know that it will either be a restoration project, a potential daily driver, or it will only be good for parts. Others will come under the heading of “what on… more»
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Older Restoration: 1957 Dodge Coronet Royal
Finding a slightly older restoration that is in good condition is always a plus, because if the restoration has held up to that point, then it’s usually a pretty safe bet that the work has been done well. The… more»
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Garaged Since ’86: 1968 Datsun 1600
There’s a car I keep going back to on my (long) list of prospective projects I’d like to own, and the Datsun 1600 roadster is perpetually on it. I love the looks, as it’s proportioned just right for a… more»
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All Metal Conversion: 1979 Porsche 911 SC Wide Body
This seller has found more than a few interesting barn find gems hidden away in estates and garages, and this steel-bodied widebody converted 1979 Porsche 911SC is their latest discovery. This type of 911 rarely emerges anymore, a complete… more»
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Lean Muscle: 1969 Chevrolet Nova Coupe
In terms of sales, the ’69 Nova continued to be a bit of a stumble for Chevy. The muscle car era was at its height, and although Chevy offered the beefier and sportier SS trim package, Chevy would, over… more»
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So-Cal Classic! 1969 Mustang Mach 1 390
Automotive enthusiasts visiting southern California or other dry climates often express amazement at how many “classic” cars serve as daily drivers for decades without having been restored, refurbished, or pampered, or even taken off the road for significant lengths… more»
EXCLUSIVE: 1965 Ford Galaxie 500
Reader Ben M has done a ton of work to his 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 and it’s in beautiful condition. Unfortunately, he needs to find a new home for it. It’s a 390 V8 equipped car, so it should… more»
