Luxury Meets Muscle: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS 454

Chevrolet got into the personal luxury car market in 1970 with the new Monte Carlo. It was based on the same platform as the Pontiac Grand Prix with some visual nods to the mid-size Chevelle. 97% of the new… more»

327 Powered Low Rider! 1954 Hudson Hornet Club Coupe

1954 was sort of the end of the line as everybody knew it for the original Hudson Motor Car Company, which began manufacturing automobiles in Detroit all the way back in 1909.  Or maybe it’s fairer to say ’54… more»

Rare Droptop: 1985 Toyota Celica GTS Convertible

Have you ever noticed there is a certain class, or segment, of cars that absolutely fit the criteria of being rare but don’t have the cache to demand top-dollar pricing? That’s the issue I always see with these aftermarket-converted… more»

Older Restomod: 1955 Ford Ranch Wagon

The Ranch Wagon was Ford’s entry-level, full-size station wagon from 1952 to 1974. It was a no-nonsense people mover that often came with few frills. If you needed a wagon to go camping or fishing or deliver groceries, the… more»

Well-Optioned Luxury Coupe: 1966 Chevrolet Caprice 396

The high-ups at Chevrolet must have realized right off the bat that the Caprice name was destined for success, as in just its second year the moniker went from being merely an option on the ’65 Impala sedan to… more»

Modern Classic: 1985 Ferrari 308 GTS

If you want to own an iconic 1980s sports car, it’s hard to go wrong with a Ferrari 308. From the classic looks that make it instantly recognizable by even the most uninformed spectator to the reputation it has… more»

1 of 1: 1971 Rare Plymouth ‘Cuda 440 6-Pack

Plymouth redesigned its Barracuda “pony car” in 1970 and created a future collectible in the process. But it’s doubtful that was the goal – they simply wanted to sell more cars. The 1971 model year was the only one… more»

64k Original Miles: No Reserve 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham

Everyone reaches a point in life when they need to step back from the hustle and bustle of the daily grind and move into the slow lane for a while. There is no reason why that can’t happen in… more»

No Reserve Survivor: 1986 Pontiac Fiero

Vehicle manufacturers rarely take bold risks because the financial stakes are typically too high. If we buy a car that is a lemon, we could find ourselves out of pocket to the tune of thousands of dollars. If a… more»

Original Paint: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette 427/4-Speed

This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette ticks enough boxes to make potential buyers sit up and take notice. It is a well-documented vehicle with desirable factory options, and it wears its original paint on an undamaged body. The big-block under the… more»

Low Miles! 1973 Citroen SM Coupe

Citroen’s DS – covered here at Barn Finds a number of times – was a tour de force in the world of automotive history. In 1961, Citroen began working on its encore, originally intended as simply a high-performance version… more»

Back to Basics: 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne

From 1959 through the mid-1970s, if you wanted a full-size, budget-minded car, the Biscayne led the way at Chevrolet. Rubber floor mats? Six-cylinder engine? 3-on-the-tree manual transmission? Yes, those all came standard on the bargain Biscayne. Including this 2-door… more»

No Expense Spared: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

The First Generation Mustang didn’t just rewrite the record book but became the benchmark against which many new models have been measured. The secret of its success was that Ford offered a variant to suit virtually every taste and… more»

Patriot Game: 1974 Chevrolet Nova “Spirit of America”

With July 4th mere hours away, now is the perfect time for this 1974 Chevrolet Nova to appear on our desks at Barn Finds. It is a “Spirit of America” Edition that presents well. It features a few tasteful… more»

Upgraded 340: 1968 Dodge Dart GT

It can sometimes be challenging to determine whether a particular classic is desirable, but when a car attracts sixty-two bids in under four days, you know the seller has a winner on their hands. Such is the case with… more»

Nicest One Left? 1966 Ford LTD

In 1965, Ford decided to give buyers of its full-size cars a luxury option and dubbed it the Galaxie 500 LTD. Its ride quality and quietness were advertised to be better than that of a Rolls-Royce. The idea worked… more»

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