The Chevy Chevelle was wrapping up its first generation in 1967 (it was introduced in 1964 as the GM division’s new intermediate-sized product). The car received a minor facelift in ’67 and the Malibu was still the top-of-the-line model… more»
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Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Off Roading Runt: 2009 Smart Fortwo
Well, this is a first, a Smart car on BF. In this case, it’s a 2009 Smart Fortwo, normally something that I likely would not consider reviewing. This Berlin, New Jersey subject, presented by Tony P. however, is just… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Batwing Sedan: 1959 Chevrolet Impala
Chevrolet introduced the Impala in 1958 as a special series of the Bel Air. And it was only sold as a 2-door hardtop or convertible with some unique sheet metal. In 1959, with the second redesign of the cars… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Freshly Rebuilt 318 V8: 1971 Dodge Dart Swinger
The fourth-generation Dart (1967 to 1976) was the most popular run for the Dodge compact. Yet sales of the automobile eluded the more youthful buyers until the Swinger 2-door hardtop was introduced in 1969. Two years later, Plymouth got… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Cheap Garage Find: 1974 Dodge Charger SE
This 1974 Dodge Charger certainly gives off the vibe that it’s been sitting in the same place for quite some time, with the seller’s confirmation that this one’s been idle since 1983. However, several positives can be found here,… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Low-Mileage Landau: 1970 Ford Thunderbird
The Thunderbird formula was fairly consistent from 1958 to 1966, with upscale styling and features, fashionable interiors, reasonable dimensions, and a unibody platform. For 1967, Ford changed everything with the car that T-Bird fans now call the “Glamour Bird.”… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rare Special Edition: 1988 Porsche 924S
The Porsche 924 has long been heralded as a suitable entry-level option to vintage sports car ownership. However, even among stingy enthusiasts, there can be a resistance to ponying up any amount of cash for a car that has… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Long-Term Owner: 1940 Mercury Eight Coupe
I wish we could celebrate certain vintage car owners – those who coddled an individual car for decades, caring for its every need, polishing it, driving it, enjoying it. That kind of attention is immediately apparent. We see it… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 31 Comments
61k Original Miles: 1968 Ford Galaxie 500
Claims of low original mileage for any classic should typically be treated cautiously if there is no firm documentary evidence. However, piecing together the history of this 1968 Ford Galaxie 500 makes the seller’s contention that it has a… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Plush Burgundy Velour, Anyone?: 1975 Pontiac Grand Prix
Finally, a Grand Prix that’s in the same state I am (California) and which is old enough (a 1975 model) that it doesn’t have to be subjected to smog checks. And the price? Not terrible at an asking number… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Original Paint and Interior: 1956 Packard Patrician Sedan
I am fairly certain that almost every Barn Finds reader could compile a list of at least ten American marques that have been consigned to the dusty pages of history books. One of those would be Packard, a company… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Cheap Shelby! 1984 Dodge Charger
Dodge revived the Charger nameplate in 1981 and applied it to a sporty hatchback/subcompact in production through 1987. It was based on the L-body platform shared with Plymouth for a similar car. Dodge partnered with Carroll Shelby in 1983… more»
Sep 7, 2024 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Little Deuce Coupe- ’32 3-Window Hot Rod!
When you look up the term “Hot Rod” in the dictionary, this may be the car you see: a cherry 1932 3-window coupe. This particular example is done in a full-fendered style with lots of hot rod goodies. Located… more»
Sep 6, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Low Mileage Barn Find? 1970 Cadillac Eldorado
There’s no denying that the first of the front-drive Eldorados is a styling masterpiece. Intricately detailed with swoops and swells and creases, it’s certainly among Bill Mitchell and company’s best efforts. The 1970 model, pictured for sale here, was… more»
Sep 6, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
454 V8 Drop-Top: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
The Chevy Corvette was little changed going into 1971. And labor issues at GM kept production down to less than 14,700 copies that year. And just a third of them were convertibles (coupes were now dominating sales due to… more»
Sep 6, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Too Many Doors? 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
Among serious car enthusiasts, many sedans just don’t get the same amount of fanfare as their two-door counterparts, and it’s understandable since most are viewed as more family-oriented rather than having the cool factor that comes with only half… more»
