The Continental enjoyed a long and healthy run at Lincoln from 1939 to 2020. The pre-and post-war editions were extremely luxurious and just 738 Continental convertibles were built in 1947 alone (warmed-over, pre-war models). This one is said to… more»
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Sep 15, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Hardtop and Overdrive: 1967 Sunbeam Alpine Series V
Here’s a Sunbeam Alpine Series V project car, ready for a new garage. Fall is coming – it’s a perfect time to start work on this roadster, aiming for Cars ‘N Coffee by spring. These “series” Alpines were conceived… more»
Sep 15, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
PHS-Documented: 1969 Pontiac GTO “Judge”
The pinnacle in sales for the Pontiac GTO came in 1966 when they closed in on building 100,000 copies of the hot muscle car. But competition was in full swing by then and stole some of the GTO’s thunder,… more»
Sep 15, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
20 Years Sitting: 1973 Ford Mustang Convertible
When I was a kid watching a rented VHS copy of the original Gone in 60 Seconds, one line stuck out to me: Protagonist Maindrian Pace mentioned that the ’73 Mustang he had designs on stealing was the “last of… more»
Sep 15, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
One Family Owned for 80 Years! 1934 Packard Eight Five Passenger Sedan
After enjoying many years as a luxury carmaker catering to the wealthiest echelon of American society, Packard fell on hard times during the Great Depression. Other makers were suffering too, but Packard’s singular focus on one market niche hurt… more»
Sep 15, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Original Paint: 1970 Ford F-100 Ranger XLT
It is hard not to like some classics. Take this 1970 Ford F-100 Ranger XLT as a prime example. It has been part of the family since Day One and has been garage-kept its entire life. Its paint is… more»
Sep 15, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Best One Left? 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
We always welcome input from our readers because we realize that you form a knowledgeable source of valuable information and varying opinions. Therefore, when Barn Finder Tony P spotted this 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 and posed the question of… more»
Sep 15, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Possible Hot Rod: 1937 Ford Deluxe Cabriolet With 48k Original Miles
The most appropriate path for some classic projects seems immediately obvious, but others place multiple choices before potential buyers. Such is the case with this 1937 Ford Deluxe Cabriolet. It is a rock-solid car that could represent a rewarding… more»
Sep 15, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Upgraded Engine: No Reserve 1954 MG TF
British sports cars enjoy a strong following in the classic community. They aren’t the fastest vehicles in a straight line but they offer one of the most engaging driving experiences imaginable. This 1954 MG TF is a perfect example… more»
Sep 15, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rusty Running Project! 1969 Dodge Charger
The second-generation Dodge Charger looks great from every vantage point. It’s too bad they aren’t more popular with enthusiasts or used in more movies and television shows. Ha! The exact opposite is true, and this 1969 Dodge Charger in… more»
Sep 14, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
1 of 13 Left: 1941 Dodge Hilo Sampan
Your first question probably is “What’s a Hilo Sampan” because it looks like a Tiki Hut on wheels. By definition, a sampan is a wooden boat with a flat bottom and often a thatched roof. By the 1930s, that… more»
Sep 14, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Unusual Background: 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
Although the Pontiac Grand Prix experienced some declining sales during the second generation of production, that all changed when the redesigned 1969 model saw 112,486 units roll off the assembly line, a nearly 3/4 increase over the previous year’s… more»
Sep 14, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Stored 40 Years: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T 440 V8
Dodge introduced the Charger in 1966 as a sporty luxury/performance car built on the mid-size B-body platform. It was a moderate sales success for the first two years and then took off when a total redesign came for 1968-70…. more»
Sep 14, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Older Restoration? 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
For many, the 1970 model year was the last of the true muscle cars. Rising insurance premiums had already begun to take their toll, and engines would soon be detuned to run on unleaded fuel for lower emissions. The… more»
Sep 14, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
1 of 640: 1969 Dodge Dart GTS Roller
Most of the Dodge Darts sold between 1967 and 1976 were family cars, many powered by Chrysler’s venerable Slant-Six engine. But in the mix, you could also find some muscle machinery for those who wanted to do more than… more»
Sep 14, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Inexpensive Sports Car Fun: 1963 MG Midget
It may not reach the frenzied heights of America’s Ford v. Chevy battle, but I’ve always felt that there was a Midget v. Spitfire undercurrent in the British Sports Car world. Maybe I’m just imagining it, but either way,… more»
