Ford made over 1M cars in 1964 and that may be the reason that so many turn up here on BF. Heck, the Galaxie, a ’64 favorite, put up 394K units but the 500/XL? Not so many. And one… more»
Are Four Cams Enough? 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4
Most of us are familiar with the story of Ford versus Ferrari, but equally productive of exotic machinery was the rivalry between Ferruccio Lamborghini and Enzo Ferrari. Rumors abound as to how their duel began, but whatever the perceived… more»
NCRS Certified: 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
There are many organizations and clubs that can verify the originality, specifications, and authenticity of a classic car. For Corvette owners, it is the National Corvette Restorers Society or NCRS. That organization is held in high regard, and its… more»
Only Minor Needs: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
Sitting in this storage locker is one of America’s genuinely great pony cars. It is a 1969 Camaro Z28, which Chevrolet developed with the goal of motorsport success. It presents superbly, and its minor mechanical needs will cost mere… more»
No Reserve: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Finding the perfect birthday present can sometimes be challenging, but the ideal gift for this 1972 Corvette’s fiftieth birthday would be a new home. The car presents well and appears to be solid and rust-free. The original owner ordered… more»
Needs Finishing: 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner
There are many reasons why a restoration project can stall, but one of the saddest is when advancing years make it physically impossible for an owner to complete their work. That is the case with this 1957 Ford Fairlane… more»
Numbers-Matching: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro RS
Chevrolet sure put a damper on Ford’s near-monopoly in the pony car market when they introduced the Camaro, a 1967 model offering that actually went on sale during the fall of ’66. Even though it had a different outward… more»
1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 With 8,265 Original Miles!
We’ve recently seen a few low-mileage classics at Barn Finds, with some having more believable stories than others. The one for this 1969 Chevelle SS 396 sounds plausible, with the current owner rescuing it from years of garage hibernation…. more»
BF Auction: No Reserve 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
While rising values can be great news for owners, it can sometimes place a classic project beyond the reach of mere mortals. That may not be the case with this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. It needs love, but it is… more»
1 of 3! 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle Baldwin Motion Phase III
Flash back to the 1970s. A Burnished Brown Chevelle with a white vinyl top, sporting redline tires and an SS grille? Sounds like a parents’ ride gussied up by a high school poseur. Anyone taking that first impression from… more»
Dealer Trade? 1983 Audi Coupe Quattro
Every now and again, we see a desirable collector car turn up at a new model car dealership. It’s always a bit of a head-scratcher because usually, the car in question could stand all on its own via a… more»
Concours Coupe: 27K-Mile 1976 Jaguar XJ6C
One of my favorite Jaguar models is the achingly beautiful XJ6C coupe. It really doesn’t matter what it is; if it is a pillar-less design, I’m going to love it. The W126 coupe Mercedes-Benz comes to mind, but then… more»
Clone Project: 1970 Pontiac Firebird
The second generation of the Pontiac Firebird was introduced in 1970. The introduction was delayed a little and many refer to the 1970 Firebird as a 1970 1/2 Firebird. The design change was dramatic and was so appealing that… more»
Desert Find: 1979 Dodge Macho Power Wagon
As much as I talk about wanting to move to a warmer climate, at least for the winters, the Arizona sun can turn vehicles into crusty and faded heaps. Not to mention what it does to human skin. This… more»
One of 800 Made: 1987 Dodge Shelby Lancer
Among the variety of Carroll Shelby-blessed Turbo Mopars from the 1980s, there’s one model for me that stands alone and that is the Shelby Lancer. This is perhaps the model that shows up for sale the least frequently, and… more»