Believe it or not, our country was once filled with folks who traveled by bus. Buses and passenger trains hauled folks from city to city, whether in-state or across the country. Before Trailways and Greyhound dominated the market, numerous… more»
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Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Dusty Driver? 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
We’ve seen a few classics over the years at Barn Finds where an owner has an unusual approach, but I quite like the one taken by the seller with this 1979 Camaro Z28. They state that the Z28 is… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
440 V8 Project: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T
The Dodge Charger got off to a modest start in 1966, a cross between a personal luxury car and a performance machine. Demand didn’t take off until Chrysler’s B-body intermediates were redesigned in 1968, and the ’68 Charger ended… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Original 455: No Reserve 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ
Few classics can be all things to all people, but this 1972 Pontiac Grand Prix offers an excellent compromise for those wishing to combine luxury with performance. From its welcome range of interior options to its range-topping 455ci V8,… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Restore of Preserve? 1959 Triumph TR3A
The classic scene is extremely diverse, and almost any car will divide opinions. Some enthusiasts prefer genuine survivors, some like cool customs, while others find meticulously restored vehicles more appealing. That brings us to the 1959 Triumph TR3A. It… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
One Owner 21 Years: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302
The Boss 302 was a special edition of the popular Ford Mustang and was produced for only two years (1969 and 1970). With its own version of a 302 cubic inch V8, the Boss was the Mustang’s gateway into… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Single-Family Owned 1993 Saab 900
Saab produced the first generation of 900s from 1979 to 1994. The model was as close to mainstream as the quirky company would get. In the last few years, the 900s have been increasing in value. Although this example… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
43K-Mile V10: 1994 Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie SLT
Rolling in hard and fast with the deepest, strongest 3/4-ton frame of any American pickup of the era, Dodge’s newly-designed Ram pickups were somewhat revolutionary at the time. That new truck also used front coil springs on 4×4 pickups,… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Parked In A Field Since 2006: 1973 Buick Riviera
Looking almost like a 1940s film noir closeup of an actress, with the cloudy sheen on the lens or whatever is going on here, this 1973 Buick Riviera looks like a fun project despite the less-than-perfect photos. The seller… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
364 V8 Survivor: 1958 Buick Special Riviera
The 1958 model year was not a good one for the U.S. auto industry. The economy was in a downturn and that stymied car sales. From some 700,000 units sold in 1955, Buick could barely muster 242,000 vehicles in… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
‘Cuda 383 V8 Project: 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
It’s widely accepted that the Ford Mustang started the hot “pony car” market in 1964, but the Plymouth Barracuda got there first – 17 days earlier. The Barracuda never saw the sales potential of the Mustang but came closer… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
61k Miles and No Rust: 1986 Buick Somerset T-Type
Imagine that Car Jeopardy! was a game show and you entered “Final Jeopardy” in a dead heat with your two competitors. The clue was this: This car, sold by a manufacturer based in Flint, Michigan, wore three separate nameplates in four… more»
Nov 23, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Wagon Conversion: 1983 Jaguar XJS Lynx Eventer
One of the more curious things about the convergence of money and cars is how the world’s elite really like to have companies build wagon versions of their favorite sports cars and coupes. Aston Martins, Porsches, Bentleys – there… more»
Nov 23, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Light Patina: 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk
As Studebaker struggled to remain relevant in the late 1950s, its finances forced a rationalization of the Hawk flock. Coming into 1957, the four models – Sky, Flight, Power and Golden – were reduced to just two. The Silver… more»
Nov 23, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Small-Block Update: 1975 Datsun 280Z
There is no denying that tightening emission regulations during the 1970s impacted vehicle performance, and Datsun’s Z-Car range wasn’t immune. These cars could still accelerate relatively well, but the company achieved this feat by offering ever-larger versions of its… more»
Nov 23, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Time Capsule: 1995 Chevrolet Caprice Classic
Many enthusiasts agree that certain words, phrases, and terms are overused in the classic world. “Patina” is often mentioned, while “ran when parked” will often produce grinding teeth. “Time capsule” also springs to mind, although there are times when… more»
