What’s eighteen and a half feet long, weighs 4,707 lbs., and looks like it has a case of leprosy? Why this 1966 Cadillac DeVille of course. This is another of those “you’ll have to guess about it” listings as… more»
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Dec 15, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Rebuilt V8: 1980 Oldsmobile 442 W30
By 1980, the term “muscle car” had become relative. Manufacturers continued offering iconic models with a V8 under the hood, but buyers knew compliance with government legislative requirements had taken the edge off outright performance. This 1980 Oldsmobile 442… more»
Dec 15, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Documented Bird: 1965 Ford Thunderbird
The fourth generation of the Ford T-Bird ran from 1964-66 and is sometimes referred to as the “Flair-Bird” because of its styling and luxury. They were still powerful machines with at least a 390 cubic inch V8 available for… more»
Dec 15, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Recent Restomod: 1969 Chevrolet Nova
From all indications, this 1969 Chevy Nova was a somewhat basic car when new. The VIN indicates it had an inline-6 engine (250 cubic inches?) and a 2-speed Powerglide. The original owner may have kept it this way until… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Carport Find: 1957 Ford Skyliner
I have learned, in writing, that sometimes less is more. If one can make their point with fewer words, so be it. However, there usually is a minimum of utterances that are necessary to make a point, or in… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Not Used In 3 Years: 1953 Henry J DeLuxe
We have seen a few Henry Js here on Barn Finds over the years, but only two 1953 models. As is almost always the case with car companies, they had worked through some issues by the end of the… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Carpentry Project: 1950 Plymouth Woody
These days it is hard enough to resurrect a classic vehicle considering our universal constraints on time, energy, and folding money. So, if that vehicle’s return to glory requires an additional type of hard-won talent, is it possible for… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Minty Turbo Hatch: 1986 Chrysler Laser XT
The 1980s were special for more than a few reasons, and among the enthusiast car community, we saw the rise of the high-strung sport compact model across a variety of manufacturers. Even among Chrysler Corporation, there were numerous product… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rust Free 1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria LX
Having grown up in the Midwest with snow for half the year, hearing the term “rust-free” related to a vehicle is something we rarely knew, other than for new vehicles. Arizona is known for its rust-free vehicles, such as… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
American Car, French Name: 1985 Pontiac Parisienne
General Motors used the Parisienne name in Canada throughout the 1960s and 1970s. It was applied to GM of Canada’s version of the U.S. Chevy Impala and/or Caprice. But Pontiac employed the name “south of the border” from 1983… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 42 Comments
Former Mail Carrier: 1963 Studebaker Zip Van
As the sixties decade was approaching, Studebaker was struggling and the end of their car and truck production was just around the corner. But a small ray of hope came about in 1963 when the company struck a deal… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
S-Code Roller: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback
Ford gave the Mustang its first facelift in 1967, enlarging the engine compartment in the process. That enabled them to stuff a big-block 390 cubic inch V8 under the hood, which we’re told this fastback once had. Whatever this… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Hot Rod Wagon: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Concours 396
In the late 1960s, Chevrolet liked to name their station wagons differently than their sedans. So, the lineup in the Chevelle ranks was Nomad, Greenbrier, Concours, and Concours Estate, with the latter two being Malibu equivalents in wagon trim… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
1 of 2 Made: 1998 Lamborghini Diablo SV Roadster
While it is a well-known fact that Lamborghinis of almost every variety have become sought-after investment and collector pieces, there’s an upper echelon of cars that stand apart. The Lamborghini Diablo was a shock to the collective system of… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Original Paint: 1985 Dodge Power Ram 4×4
This 1988 Dodge Power Ram 4×4 pickup has more than a few things going for it, with the biggest appeal tied to its short wheelbase design. The stance is pretty great, too, with upsized tires and wheels complimenting the… more»
Dec 14, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Simply Gorgeous: 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk
The seller describes this 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk as “gorgeous.” That term seems appropriate because little about this classic is worth criticizing. From its flawless paint to its spotless interior and healthy drivetrain, this Golden Hawk ticks the right… more»
