I am learning that I don’t know my Maseratis (and there’s a lot of other car stuff that I don’t know either), but the Merak (’72-’83) is a new one for me. I’m familiar with the Bora but don’t… more»
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Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
454 Powered! 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
Officially, the largest engine you could get in a 1969 Chevy Camaro was a 396 cubic inch V8. But, thanks to the Central Office Production Order (COPO) system, savvy dealers could get around that and create NHRA Stock Eliminator… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Rolling Project: 1969 Dodge Charger
Quite a few of the second-generation Dodge Charger cars seem to cross our paths here at Barn Finds and in all conditions, everything from A-OK just as they are to complete projects with every nook and cranny needing attention. … more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 46 Comments
No Reserve: 1964 Buick Riviera
I’m sure we all have a dream garage that we’d filled with classic cars if we had the space and available funds. Mine would include a ’66 Mustang GT Fastback, but I wouldn’t hesitate to park a First Generation… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Owned by Abarth: 1961 Ferrari 250GT Coupe
A few days ago, we wrote about the legendary collection of Ferraris found that were originally exposed when a hurricane blew down the barn they were stored in. As much as we write about the seemingly dwindling chances of… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Japanese Mustang: 1977 Toyota Celica GT Liftback
The Japanese automotive industry enjoys a long history of creating its own interpretation of existing designs. That is not a criticism but recognizes that its designers can pick the key aspects of any successful or iconic model and place… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 39 Comments
19k Original Miles: 1970 Pontiac LeMans
Some classics tick the right boxes for potential buyers, which seems to be true with this 1970 Pontiac LeMans. Its presentation is virtually faultless, it has been part of the same family since the day it rolled off the… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Shop Find: 1951 Willys Wagon
Researching Willys Wagons for this article left me with one overwhelming impression: this vehicle has attracted serious restomod efforts. With hardly any effort, I found one Willys with a 283, a couple 289s, one 302, several 327s and 350s,… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
1967 Buick Riviera GS With 7,972 Original Miles!
Classic cars with extraordinarily low mileage claims will always ignite debate, and I expect the situation to be no different with this 1967 Buick Riviera GS. Its presentation seems faultless and is in keeping with the seller’s claim that… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Grabber Blue Project: 1971 Ford Torino GT
The Torino was introduced in 1968 as an upscale Fairlane intermediate and would represent the whole line by 1971. The car gained some rather “swoopy” styling in 1970 but it would only be for two years before Ford went… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Rare 1972 Pontiac Ventura Sprint SD
The Pontiac Ventura II was introduced in 1971 as a rebadged version of the Chevy Nova. They differed little except for the front clip treatment and rear taillights. A Sprint version was added which was also akin to the… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
360 V8 Pony Car: 1971 AMC Javelin SST
The Javelin was AMC’s entry into the fast-growing “pony car” market in 1968. The car would only enjoy one redesign in 1971 before American Motors would exit that space in 1974. One of the changes in ’71 would be… more»
Jun 21, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Two-Owner Survivor: 1973 Lotus Elan Sprint DHC
Colin Chapman’s engineering prowess and ability to think outside the square were legendary, and these abilities brought his Formula One team enormous success. However, his racing machines could be fragile, with the same being true of some of his… more»
Jun 20, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Stored For Decades: 1963 Studebaker Wagonaire
My brain is really good at housing mostly useless information but is less good at retaining all of it. One such useless piece that I continually fail to retain is that American independent automakers (other than AMC) still produced… more»
Jun 20, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Rare Factory Sunroof: 1960 Ford Thunderbird
The original two-seater Thunderbird will always be my favorite car. It is just so beautifully proportioned and styled. Even as a little kid in the 1960’s, whenever I saw one on the street or passing by, it got my… more»
Jun 20, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
One Of 27? 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
Car enthusiasts are quick to tell potential acquirers that their steed is a one of sumpthin, I guess with the pretext of supposed rarity and justification of their likely outsized price. Take today’s discovery, a 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1,… more»
