Ram Air III/4-Speed: 1970 Pontiac Trans Am

1970 was an exciting year for Pontiac, as that’s when the all-new second-generation Firebird was introduced in the brand’s lineup.  Buyers had four models to choose from, including the base Firebird, the luxurious Esprit, the sporty Formula, or the… more»

12k Miles? 1990 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

One of the handful of walking routes in my neighborhood meanders through the local GMC-Buick-Cadillac dealership, which allows me to peruse the latest General Motors offerings. These days, it’s hard to find a Cadillac Escalade for under 100,000 dollars,… more»

Family Hauler: 1993 Volvo 240 Sedan

This 1993 Volvo 240 is a rare find for a few reasons, but namely because it’s from the end of this venerable model’s production cycle. The 1993 models are hard to come by, but especially in bright colors like… more»

Mechanically Rebuilt: 1979 Ferrari 308 GTS

We discussed the other day how the Ferrari Mondial has been creeping up in value, shedding some of the negative energy that has been associated with this “baby Ferrari” for the last few decades. Of course, when you see… more»

Low Mileage 5-Speed: 1985 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

It’s always interesting to see a car with a Buy-It-Now slowly creep towards that target price with incremental bidding. In some ways, I see it as an indication of real-world interest in a particular model, as cars that never… more»

Last Chance? 1989 Ford Mustang GT

For many fans, the Mustang as represented by the present model, a 1989 GT, had lost its way. That’s certainly what Ford picked up and ran with in its 1994 re-do of the car. Back, for example, was the… more»

Barn Find 1983 Euro-Spec Porsche 928S

Porsche’s 928 was the factory’s attempt to replace the 911; obviously that ploy didn’t work, but the 911’s persistence does not subtract from what is a bona fide luxury grand tourer. The saga began in the early 1970s. America… more»

45k Mile Yard Find: 1977 Dodge Aspen SE Wagon

The pairing of the Dodge Aspen and Plymouth Volare was the successor to the long-running duo of the Dart and Valiant. But unlike their predecessors, the Aspen and Volare only ran for one generation from 1976 to 1980. The… more»

What Price Perfection? 1948 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe

Is it possible to place a price on perfection? It seems that if the classic in question is this 1948 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe, the answer to that question is a resounding “Yes!” Don’t take my word for it,… more»

Rare E-Stick Option: 1962 Rambler American

In 1958, American Motors resurrected the Rambler compact that predecessor company Nash had developed in 1950 and dubbed it the Rambler American. It would become the company’s top seller (we think) with more than 1.2 million assemblies in 12… more»

Low-Mile Survivor: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Collector’s Edition Sedan

Enthusiasts seeking muscle or pony cars face abundant choices in the current classic market. However, those seeking comfort, practicality, and affordability face greater challenges. That is where this 1996 Buick Roadmaster Collector’s Edition Sedan rides to the rescue. From… more»

Collection Find: 1947 Packard Clipper

While most enthusiasts are happy to park one classic in their garage, others are fortunate enough to accumulate a collection of desirable and historic vehicles. This 1947 Packard Clipper recently emerged from such a collection and is ready to… more»

10k Original Miles: 1987 Pontiac Fiero SE

In an era when new cars seem less exciting, I believe the world is crying out for a manufacturer like Pontiac. It was willing to push the boundaries, creating iconic muscle cars like the GTO. It dived head-first into… more»

One-Owner 1979 Chevrolet Impala Wagon

It’s a fair bet that many of us here at Barn Finds have at least one experience with a 1977-1979 Chevrolet. My aunt and uncle owned one, an orange ’77 Caprice Classic wagon with wood sides. A high school friend… more»

1 of 511 Junkyard Find: 1976 Jensen GT

The Jensen GT was an enclosed version of the Jensen-Healey open-air sports car. It was only produced for a single model year and just over 500 copies were made. It was a 2+2 grand touring coupe with a small… more»

It Is Grand! 1974 Plymouth Fury Gran Coupe

A few days ago I covered this 1980 Chrysler New Yorker and while in that full-size Mopar vein, I thought a review of this 1974 Plymouth Fury “Gran Coupe” would be in order. This is a fabulous-looking car, IMHO,… more»

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