Range-Topping 312: 1956 Ford Fairlane Crown Victoria

I always find it interesting to study the specifications of classic cars to discover whether the original owner was willing to spend money to create something genuinely special. This 1956 Ford Fairlane Crown Victoria is a perfect example. Not… more»

Break Even: 1963 Dodge D200 Sweptline

A lot of us would be happy breaking even on a vintage vehicle. We dream about buying an old truck, car, motorcycle, snowmobile, whatever, working on it for a while, maybe fixing it up a bit, and selling it… more»

69k-Mile Survivor: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air

There’s little to say about the ’55 Chevrolet that hasn’t already been said, but there’s a reason for that. In some ways, it’s the universal car; it’s been a family hauler, a hot rod, a custom, and an image… more»

390-Powered Woodie Wagon: 1969 Ford Torino Squire

Big news awaited Ford Fairlane buyers in 1968, as not only did the intermediate get a complete redesign, but a new and more upscale offering was also added to the lineup, known as the Torino.  The higher luxury moniker… more»

Last Year: 1959 Chevrolet Apache 32 Fleetside

Ok, last year of what, Gilby? Last year of Chevy trucks? No, that can’t be it. Last year of people painting beautiful turquoise green trucks black? I hope it’s the last year for that, but no, 1959 was the… more»

Four-Speed 1965 Chrysler 300L

Ten years can make a world of difference in the auto industry. In 1955, the Chrysler 300 was introduced to much fanfare in the press, and it soon became a NASCAR racer and a charismatic line-topper. By 1965, muscle… more»

6 Series Project: 1977 BMW 630 CSi

You so rarely see sellers anymore who actually want the best for their project car. It’s not hard to see why – as prices have gone up, who cares? Just unload it as quickly as possible. This seller seems… more»

Selling for Grandpa: 1953 Packard Clipper

Packard’s Clipper was produced in three tranches, beginning in the pre-war period. The 1941 Clipper was one of the last completely new designs from any car company before the war started, looking completely unlike any Packard before it. The… more»

20k Original Miles: Fully Documented 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396

We’re no strangers to bold seller claims at Barn Finds, and some must be taken with a grain of salt. However, when a classic appears on our desks that is extremely desirable, features an extraordinarily low odometer reading, and… more»

Cheap Classic: 1988 Nissan Pulsar NX-SE

Some enthusiasts are forced to compromise. Their budgets may not allow them to park a classic and a daily driver in their garage, forcing them to dream of the day when they can slip behind the wheel of something… more»

400 Tri-Power: 1966 Pontiac GTO

I am typically pretty disappointed when I raise the hood of a new car. Manufacturers have developed the act of hiding engines under layers of plastic into an art form, and the difference between a basic powerplant and one… more»

Fresh Resto: 1974 Pontiac SD-455 Trans Am

It is pretty amazing to think back and see oil prices and insurance rates skyrocketing in the early 1970’s and yet, Pontiac provided enthusiasts with an optional engine in the Trans Am that could run the quarter mile in… more»

42k Mile: 1981 DeLorean DMC-12

We have seen many 1981 DeLorean DMC-12 cars placed on the market over the past 5 years. This one is located north of San Francisco in Sonoma. It is claimed to be an original 42,000 mile car. The seller… more»

1 of 453: 1972 Plymouth Road Runner GTX

Between 1968 and 1971, Plymouth sold two mid-sized muscle cars. One was the Road Runner (a budget offering), and the other was the GTX (a premium hot rod). As the market began to shrink, Plymouth consolidated the pair in… more»

No Reserve: 1985 Chevrolet Blazer

Some classics are genuine mystery machines, and such is the case with this 1985 Chevrolet Blazer. The seller’s information is contradictory, although they indicate that it is a solid vehicle that is ripe for restoration. The bidding action has… more»

Real Barn Find: 1961 Chevrolet Corvette

If this 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is an accurate guide, there are still extremely desirable classics squirreled away in barns awaiting liberation. It is unclear how long this ‘Vette has hibernated, but the layer of dust suggests we can probably… more»

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