Before WWII, Jaguar was evolving out of William Lyons’ Swallow Sidecar Company. Lyons managed to keep his company afloat during the Depression by joining with Standard to make a sports car. The SS1 was introduced in 1931 and produced… more»
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Apr 30, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Adult Toy Era Project: 1979 Dodge Warlock II
In the 1970s, trucks were designed and sold primarily to move stuff. Dodge got the notion there was a market for “adult toys” in the truck sector and came out with several promotions, the most famous being the Li’l… more»
Apr 30, 2023 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Zoom Zoom V8 – 1972 Chevrolet Vega GT
From my experience, and I have a lot of it in this case, it’s hard to take a Chevrolet Vega seriously. Let’s face it, they were lousy cars. Mostly as a result of the goofy sleeveless aluminum engine, topped… more»
Apr 30, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Factory 383: 1968 Dodge Charger
This 1968 Dodge Charger is a sad sight at first glance, but you must look below the skin to appreciate what it offers. Although it has rust issues, it is a structurally sound classic with a 383ci V8 under… more»
Apr 30, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
It’s An Original! 1973 Dodge Challenger
Available, here on eBay is a 1973 Dodge Challenger. It’s just an ordinary old Challenger, not an R/T, or a T/A, or a Rallye, just a commonplace Dodge pony car. And that’s a good thing as not enough of… more»
Apr 30, 2023 • For Sale • 29 Comments
428 V8 4-Speed! 1969 Ford Torino Cobra Jet
Muscle cars were everywhere in 1969 and one of the most formidable was the Ford Torino Cobra Jet. With its 428 cubic inch V8 and optional ram air induction, these cars were hard to beat. This example looks almost… more»
Apr 30, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
One-Family Owned: 1973 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne
“New style. New kinds of interior luxury.” That’s how Chevrolet advertised its rather groundbreaking third generation of trucks for the 1973 model year. The ad copy claims “its new aerodynamic cab design (with smooth and trim lines) includes a… more»
Apr 30, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Renovated RV: 1964 Shasta Astroflyte 16-Foot
The Shasta wings have to be one of the most successful yet simple and inexpensive design features that any vehicle manufacturer has ever come up with. Can you think of another one? It has to be cheap and easy… more»
Apr 30, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Texas Project: 1959 Rambler Six Cross Country
Being just one inch longer than a new Toyota Camry, this 1959 Rambler Six Cross Country Custom sure seems like it would be bigger, doesn’t it? This car needs a lot of work but a few bidders think that… more»
Apr 29, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
1 of 1,579: 1969 Plymouth Sport Fury Convertible
Blue Fire Metallic must’ve been a popular paint color with 1969 Plymouth Fury convertible owners because this is the third one in that gorgeous color with a contrasting white top that we’ve featured here on Barn Finds. When this… more»
Apr 29, 2023 • For Sale • 21 Comments
4-Speed Survivor: 1975 Chevrolet Camaro
The mid-1970s was a strange time for the U.S. car industry. Rising fuel prices had changed consumer sentiment toward the kinds of autos they wanted to drive. And the economy had stalled, so fewer people were buying cars anyway…. more»
Apr 29, 2023 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Original Paint and Parts Panhead: 1965 Harley Davidson FLH
Harley has made a lot of money-making modern versions of their historic motorcycles. However, what if you could get an authentic 1965 Harley with original paint and parts for the same price as one on the showroom floor today? … more»
Apr 29, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
V8/5-Speed: 1990 Ford Mustang LX
It is a question that many people struggle to answer; When did The Malaise Era end? There are many theories, but cars like this 1990 Mustang LX demonstrate that American manufacturers were getting a handle on emission regulations to… more»
Apr 29, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Flat-Four Project: 1974 Porsche 914 2.0
Billed as a project for summer fun, this 1974 Porsche 914 2.0-liter on craigslist will require plenty of nights and all your weekends to spiff it up by this June. Let’s check the pros and cons in light of… more»
Apr 29, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Surprise Packet: 1968 Dodge Charger
We’re often told never to judge a book by its cover, which is true with this 1968 Dodge Charger. It looks tired and weatherbeaten, but it can spring a surprise or two. The seller sank plenty of cash into… more»
Apr 29, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Rare Wagon: 1978 Pontiac Astre
What is it about seeing a car that you know full well isn’t all that desirable, but when it wears the badge of a far lesser-known variant, it suddenly becomes cool? That’s a spell I often fall under despite… more»
