How did car companies maximize profits back in the day? Before the war, most automobile manufacturers offered cars with identical front ends, frames, and running gear with different bodies from the cowl back. This standardization of parts allowed them… more»
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Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Concours Winner: 1980 Triumph Spitfire 1500
For vintage car fans, nothing is quite as electrifying as finding a low-mileage original in well-preserved condition. Ok we all wish the car in the barn would be something like an AC Aceca or an Aston Martin DB4, but… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Rare Convertible: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro
The Camaro debuted in 1967 and was Chevy’s answer to the popular Ford Mustang. It quickly established itself as the #2 player in the pony car field. The convertible model with an inline-6 was one of the rarest of… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
No Reserve 59k Mile 1990 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
Although it was ignored by collectors for years, the C4 Corvette is developing a strong following in the classic world. Values have climbed steadily recently, suggesting that finding one at the right price could represent an excellent long-term investment…. more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Luxury 4×4: 1996 Ford F-150 Eddie Bauer
Looking, dare I say, elegant in Raven Black over gold, this 1996 Ford F-150 Eddie Bauer 4×4 pickup would look even better in our driveway than it does in the dozens of photos the seller has provided. This was… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
3-On-The-Tree! 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
It’s a sad tale we hear frequently at Barn Finds, when an optimistic auto enthusiast purchases a vintage car to restore, but unexpected health issues force the project to grind to a halt. That’s what happened with this 1965… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Solid Survivor: 1995 Chevrolet Caprice
Here’s a tale of two cars for you. The ’91-’96 Chevrolet Caprice (B-body) was derided as a Blimp-O-Mobile at first but then underwent some corrective surgery for the ’93 model year with radiused rear wheel openings and a wider… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
1953 Willys with Rare Vintage Aftermarket Hardtop!
Coming to us from Polk City, Florida is an almost finished restoration of a 1953 Willys Jeep with an original Sears aftermarket aluminum hardtop. It sure looks great, especially with the hardtop installed! This Jeep could be yours for… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Rare Stalled Project: 1977 Pontiac Can Am
Named after the racing series, the Pontiac Can Am was a one-year muscle car based on the mid-size LeMans. Production delays kept output low, and it’s estimated that only 1,377 of the vehicles were built. When GM’s mid-size machines… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
340 Six Pack! 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A
By 1969, everyone knew Ford’s Mustang tapped a sleeping giant market for nimble and sporty 2+2 rides, aptly anointed Pony Cars. Watching from the sidelines, Chrysler Corporation saw the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro, Pontiac Firebird, and American Motors Javelin… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Barn Find Roadster: 1953 MG TD
If the MG TD is not the quintessential sports car, it’s on one of the other fingers of your right hand. Sports car purists love its lack of amenities, lack of weather protection, and do-it-yourself top. Disc wheels, independent… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
No Reserve: 1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback
Although it had only been on the market for a relatively short time in automotive terms, Ford could have retired the Mustang badge at the end of 1966 and walked away with a healthy profit in the bank. The… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
20 Year Hibernation: 1962 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe
There is a fear in some quarters that the supply of genuine barn finds will eventually dry up, but if this 1962 Chevrolet Impala Sport Coupe is an accurate guide, that won’t happen soon. It recently emerged from a… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Cheap Exotic: 1976 Lancia Scorpion
When someone raises the subject of mid-engined Italian sports cars, many people will immediately think of classics that emerged from the Ferrari factory. However, Lancia produced the Montecarlo during the 1970s, with the American Scorpion version offered in 1976… more»
Aug 15, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Low Miles: 1987 Lotus Turbo Esprit HCi
For a car with a reputation for reliability issues, the Lotus Esprit enjoyed a very long production run. Perhaps its slow start to market was a harbinger of this longevity: the car was designed in 1971 and shown in… more»
Aug 14, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
More Info Needed: 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
Societal norms typically encourage people to be restrained and not shout their achievements and strengths from the rooftop. Modesty and subtlety are viewed favorably, but is the same true when a seller lists a desirable classic for sale? Such… more»
