American Motors – the only independent manufacturer remaining after Studebaker closed in 1966 – occasionally took a quirky path to distinguish itself from the Big Three. The Marlin was odd, then the Gremlin came along, launched in 1970 to… more»
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2002 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 Convertible With 715 Genuine Miles!
Some enthusiasts will purchase a new classic, squirreling it away safely for years, hoping that its value will appreciate. Some vehicles achieve that goal, while others fall short of expectations. That is probably the case with this 2002 Pontiac… more»
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Stored for Years: 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS 350 Project
Listed here on eBay, this 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS 350 is a genuine factory Super Sport that’s waiting for someone to bring it back to life. According to the seller, this car was originally built as an SS 350… more»
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Factory H-Code 426 Hemi: 1966 Dodge Charger
For many enthusiasts of the Dodge Charger, it’s often the second-generation cars that seem to create most of the wow factor, and they certainly are deserving of a high level of praise and fanfare. However, 1966 is where it… more»
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Practical Collector Sedan: 1965 Mercury Comet Caliente
Mercury’s marketing team went for broke in 1964 and 1965, sending Comets far and wide to prove their mettle. Comets hit the high banks at Daytona on a high-speed 100,000-mile endurance run. They (mostly) survived the punishing East African… more»
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1967 Chevrolet Corvette 1/25 Scale Dealer Promo
Salesman’s samples, or dealership promotions (dealer promos) were a big thing two or three generations ago, or more. A lot of us have seen salesmen’s samples on Antiques Roadshow or in antique shops, or online. This 1967 Chevrolet Corvette… more»
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One Owner 5-Speed: 1992 Volvo 240 Wagon
The Volvo 240 is known as being one of the most reliable and over-built vintage cars you can buy. When new, it was celebrated for its outstanding safety record, a reputation that remains intact today. The 240 enjoys a… more»
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1982 Pontiac Trans Am Survivor: One-Owner Time Capsule
Listed here on eBay, this 1982 Pontiac Trans Am is a true one-owner survivor with just 38,712 miles and a story that reflects decades of careful preservation. According to the seller, the car remains almost completely untouched since the… more»
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First Year Galaxie: 1959 Ford At No Reserve
Way back when, I recall a 1959 Ford four-door sedan occupying a place in our family’s motor pool. It was a Custom trim level, wore a dull gray hue, and was powered by a six-cylinder engine. As a wee-tike,… more»
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6,626 Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Corvair 500
It’s not too common on Barn Finds that we get to follow up on a car after twelve years, but this is one of those times: This 1969 Corvair was first featured in 2013 when it was apparently being sold by… more»
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1990 Dodge Power Ram 150 Short Bed 360 V8
It’s been 15 years since Dodge separated its pickup line into the Ram series, and I still can’t get used to not referring to them as a Dodge. It’s still a Dodge pickup to me. Change is hard for… more»
BF Exclusive: 2000 Volvo V70 XC Turbo Wagon
Listed on Barn Finds, this 2000 Volvo V70 XC Turbo Wagon offers the best of both worlds: a long history of careful ownership and an impressive list of mechanical upgrades. Located in Middletown, Connecticut, this all-wheel-drive turbo wagon has… more»
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Solid 4-Speed Project: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS
This 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS project, listed for $15,000 here on craigslist in Salem, Oregon, could be the right foundation for someone ready to take on a classic muscle car with real potential. The seller says they purchased the… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1978 MGB Roadster
British sports cars offer what I often call the ideal ownership experience. They are typically affordable, and the elegant simplicity employed by most manufacturers makes them easy and inexpensive to maintain if their owner is happy to be hands-on…. more»
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Mid-Engined V8 Driver: 1979 Ferrari Dino 308 GT4
We often refer to the Ferrari Mondial as the “affordable” model that’s available with the classic gated shifter, forgetting that the 308 GT4 is still out there for reasonable money. This car was Ferrari’s first foray into a mid-engined… more»
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Affordable Shelby: 1966 Sunbeam Tiger
These days, if you attach the name Carroll Shelby to almost anything with four wheels, you can expect to pay a premium price. The exception being the cheap and cheerful Mopar products of the 1980s, of course. But if… more»
