Before the Pontiac GTO brought muscle to the mid-size car scene, Chrysler stirred things up with bigger autos. They were the Letter Series Chryslers based on the New Yorker and they were in production from 1955 to 1965. The… more»
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Mar 10, 2025 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Older Hippie Van? 1962 Ford Econoline
The Ford E-Series of vans and pickups arrived in 1961 and were commonly known as the Econoline. It’s first generation was based on the new Ford Falcon’s compact platform, modified to accept a “mid-engine” layout (the front seats were… more»
Mar 10, 2025 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Too Many Doors? 1960 Chevrolet Impala
During the 1957, 1958, and 1959 model years, Chevrolet’s cars used three designs. The “batwing” look of the 1959-1960 Chevies arrived in response to the successful “Forward Look” Chryslers of 1957. Changes were few in 1960 to tone down… more»
Mar 10, 2025 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Snowbank Special: 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
After being launched as a high-end version of the Plymouth Cranbrook in 1951, the Belvedere became a series of its own in 1954. A broader selection of body styles was added and the Belvedere stuck around for another 16… more»
Mar 10, 2025 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Uncommon GT: 1964 Ford Cortina Mark I
Well, here’s one that hasn’t graced our Barn Finds web pages in ten years, a Ford Cortina, and in this case, it’s a third-year example, specifically, a 1964 Mark I GT. This one’s a bit rough around the edges… more»
Mar 10, 2025 • Exclusives • 15 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1989 Lincoln Town Car
These days, they really don’t build cars like this 1989 Lincoln Town Car. Sure, there are lots of luxury cars being built, but for the most part, they lack the charm and character of a Town Car. Unfortunately, finding… more»
Mar 10, 2025 • For Sale • 2 Comments
No Reserve: 1977 Ford F-250 4×4
With warm weather on the horizon, the thoughts of many will turn to how they will hit the trails to commune with Mother Nature. There are plenty of options that can be driven off the showroom floor, but these… more»
Mar 10, 2025 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Original Paint! 1971 Datsun 240Z
Is original paint worth a premium price? This 1971 Datsun 240z listed here on eBay is notable for its known history and Monte Carlo Red paint that’s said to be original, eliciting a description of the car as a… more»
Mar 10, 2025 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Trophy Winner: 1980 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
We’ve recently seen some extremely nice Oldsmobiles crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and I must say a big thank you to Mitchell G. for spotting this 1980 Cutlass Supreme. My view of its condition isn’t isolated, because this… more»
Mar 9, 2025 • For Sale • 11 Comments
40-Year Survivor: 1985 Chevrolet Caprice Classic
Throughout the 1980s, Chevrolet continued to sell a lot of full-size Impala and Caprice automobiles. The 1985 model year was the last when they were sold together. The Impala was largely a fleet purchase by then while the more… more»
Mar 9, 2025 • For Sale • 7 Comments
1-of-86: 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Convertible
Rarity claims are not new in the classic world, with some standing up to scrutiny better than others. The seller claims that this 1991 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 Convertible is 1-of-86 built during that model year. It is in excellent… more»
Mar 9, 2025 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Dry Climate Classic: 1979 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds W-30
Many enthusiasts searching for a classic to park in their garage will look favorably upon those from dry regions. There is a danger that UV exposure will bake paint and interior trim, but it offers an excellent chance that… more»
Mar 9, 2025 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Primered Roller Sedan: 1960 Buick Invicta
When Buick redesigned its cars in 1959, the Invicta was added as a bridge between the LeSabre and Electra models. It held that position until the Wildcat took over that spot four years later. The seller’s 1960 Invicta is… more»
Mar 9, 2025 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Rare Color: 1993 Cadillac Allanté
New car buyers can be quite fickle when a manufacturer exhibits what you might call automotive bravery. They will either reward the company with enormous sales success or avoid showrooms like the plague. Cadillac suffered the second fate with… more»
Mar 9, 2025 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Worn Wagon Project: 1967 Chevrolet Bel Air
The Bel Air was a staple of the Chevrolet lineup for more than 30 years (1950 to 1981). It was replaced as the top full-size Chevy car by the Impala in 1959, repositioned as the mid-level offering above the… more»
Mar 9, 2025 • For Sale • 13 Comments
A Bubbly Personality: 1962 AMC Metropolitan Hardtop
As a former owner of a 1957 Metropolitan Hardtop, I’ll always have a sentimental soft spot for these historic little cars. (More about the history part later.) If I heard it once, I heard it a hundred times when… more»
