Former Barn Find: 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback

I always feel for an enthusiast who has fallen foul of a non-paying buyer, especially when the classic is a desirable vehicle like this 1970 Ford Mustang. It has a fascinating past and is a rock-solid classic that is… more»

Rare Coupe Utility: 1982 Ford Fairmont Durango

What’s a coupe utility? The single differentiator between this vehicle and a pickup is the integration of the front panel of the bed into the rear of the cockpit; pickup beds sit separate from the cabin. The first coupe… more»

Collectible Condition: 1968 AMC Ambassador SST

Just for the record, this isn’t the first 1968 AMC Ambassador SST that we have reviewed here on BF. But, the last one was over seven years ago so I would consider this to be an uncommon car –… more»

Restomod of Restoration? 1965 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback

Some classic projects leave potential buyers with an obvious path to follow, while others offer a myriad of choices. Such is the case with this 1965 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback. Somebody has returned its body to a rust-free state,… more»

Running 440: No Reserve 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T

This 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T has led what could literally be described as a colorful life. Its story includes a color change from one desirable shade to another, but there is an opportunity for a new owner to reverse… more»

Custom Coupe Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Impala

The Chevy Impala was one of the best-selling automobiles of the 1960s. In 1968, they added the Custom Coupe to the Impala roster. It used the formal roofline of the Caprice, joining the fastback in the lineup. So, you… more»

Partially-Finished Project: 1941 Packard 120 Convertible Sedan

If you’re interested in the rise and fall of the Packard Motor Car Company, there are several good books available with true scholastic discussions of how that august nameplate ended up on a Studebaker body in the end. Some… more»

Fish Out of Water? 1965 Rambler Marlin

The Marlin was a fastback derivative of the Rambler Classic, built by American Motors from 1965 to 1967. Its styling looks to be a cross between the 1964 Plymouth Barracuda and the 1966 Dodge Charger. This first-year example looks… more»

Buried for Decades: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad

The Chevy Nomad was a “sport wagon” that was built between 1955 and 1957 (though the name would be used later on “regular” wagons after that). Production numbers were small at less than 23,000 copies out of nearly five… more»

Same Family Since the ’50s: 1941 Chevrolet Master Deluxe

From 1933 and 1942, the Master and Master Deluxe were the “bread and butter” cars of Chevrolet. They were joined later in the run by the Special Deluxe as a fancier family automobile. The war effort that began in… more»

One Owner Turbodiesel: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300SD

The premise of buying a car that has been looked after by one owner since new adds enormous appeal to any vintage car. In fact, it can transform an otherwise ordinary car into something special, and that’s certainly the… more»

Budget Brit: 1975 MG Midget Mark IV

This Mk IV Midget was made the same year that the UK government nationalized British Leyland, turning it into a ward of the state. Five years later, after spending the equivalent of $22 billion in taxpayer funds to support… more»

33k Original Miles: 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

We’ve recently seen a few stunning low-mile classics cross our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo continues that trend. It presents superbly, which is unsurprising considering it has a genuine 33,000 miles showing on its… more»

460-Equipped: No Reserve 1979 Ford Bronco XLT

The 1979 model year was a banner one for the Ford Bronco, with sales volumes climbing into six-figure territory for the first time. Buyers eagerly embraced these vehicles, and the story is no different today with this ’79 Bronco… more»

Clean as a Whistle! 1964 Ford Falcon Futura

Ford joined the “new” compact car movement in 1960 with the Falcon. It would become one of the best sellers in that market segment and was around until 1970, just after being succeeded by the Maverick. The second generation… more»

Still in The Barn: 1968 Dodge Charger

Hiding in this barn is a classic with a sad history. This 1968 Dodge Charger has occupied this spot since 1981, a project build that stalled before it started for various reasons. It shows promise as a restoration candidate,… more»

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