Running Project: 1980 Porsche 928

Is a Porsche 928 a smart investment? That depends on where you start. A cheap project could be a way to get into a car that at least won’t lose money, but even then, you best buy one with… more»

Parked 40 Years: 1960 Buick Invicta Hardtop

Buick fell on some tough times after their astounding success of the early-to-mid 1950s; by 1960, when this Invicta Hardtop was built, they ranked ninth in sales in the United States, the lowest they’d been since 1905. It wasn’t… more»

Equipoise Ride! 1959 Buick Invicta Estate Wagon

The new-for’59 Buick styling needs no introduction, especially the angled fins at the rear, which probably explains the lead picture offering this 1959 Buick Invicta Estate Wagon. With an available power rear window, Buick’s Estate Wagons brought luxury to… more»

One I’d Like To Have Back: 1967 Triumph 2000 Estate

Even long-time Barn Finds readers might be surprised to learn my heart skipped at least three beats when this unusual British station wagon hit the market last week. More about why later, but the important thing is that this… more»

Rebuilt Powertrain: 1966 Rambler Classic

From 1961 to 1966, the Classic was American Motor’s mid-range product, sandwiched between the American and Ambassador lines. Sill using the Rambler moniker in 1966, the Classic was akin to the Chevrolet Chevelle and Ford Fairlane. This station wagon,… more»

343/4-Speed: 1968 AMC AMX Go Package

Like many models from this manufacturer, AMC’s AMX spent a considerable period in the automotive wilderness. However, with values climbing faster than the market average, now could be the ideal to park one in your garage as a future… more»

Hard-top Roadster: 1967 Renault Caravelle

Identifying the first car and when it was made is surprisingly difficult (like, what’s a car, exactly?), but no matter whether you think the steam-powered contraption running around Wisconsin in 1873 was first, or it was the 1885 Benz… more»

Furious Fuselage: 1970 Plymouth Sport Fury 383

The new Fuselage Look wasn’t for everyone, some said it was too plain, some said it was too bold, too modern, not stylish enough, too simple. I’m a big fan as we had a ’69 Fury III sedan when… more»

74k Mile 1967 Mercury Caliente Convertible

This 1967 Mercury Caliente Convertible is a stunning survivor. It has a genuine 74,000 miles on its odometer and is said to have led a sheltered existence in a dry climate. It appears to need nothing, making it ideal… more»

Affordable Performance: 1994 Ford Taurus SHO

Let’s be brutally honest: Driving a 1994 Ford Taurus is the automotive equivalent of watching paint dry. The company designed the vehicle to be a competent daily driver, not one to set pulses racing. However, by joining forces with… more»

Over 100 Years Old: Two 1923 Willys-Overland Touring Cars

At one time, Willys-Overland Motor Company was the second largest automobile producer behind Ford.  Headed by John Willys, the company found itself in hard times during the Depression of 1920-1921.  What saved it was hiring a new executive on… more»

4-Speed Wagon! 1964 Oldsmobile F85

In 1964, General Motors shifted some of its compacts to a mid-size platform. The move included Buick, Pontiac, and Oldsmobile – with the latter fielding the F85 and Cutlass models. There were plenty of F85s on the road in… more»

Sunny Survivor: 1977 Datsun B-210 Hatchback

This bright, cheery, sunny yellow color is perfect for this 1977 Datsun B-210 hatchback as they were known as the Nissan Sunny in their Japanese home market. By this time in North America, they were some of the most… more»

Glamorous Looks at a Low Cost: 1935 Ford Phaeton

The phaeton body style was one of the last vestiges of the automobile’s horse-drawn heritage.  These cars were generally light, handsomely styled, had four doors, and were less costly than their convertible sedan brethren.  One of the reasons for… more»

L78 Project: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

There are few sights sadder than a desirable classic that has fallen foul of a fender bender. That has been the fate of this 1966 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible. However, the damage appears to be purely cosmetic, making it a… more»

Low Mileage Convertible: 1968 Buick Skylark

For most of its extended time in Buick’s portfolio, the Skylark was a popular mid-size automobile. In 1968, buyers could choose from the Special, Skylark, Skylark Custom, Gran Sport (GS), and Sportwagon when shopping for an intermediate within the… more»

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