Ford created a “coupe utility” out of its 1957 2-door station wagon and named it Ranchero. It would garner enough attention for Chevrolet to duplicate the effort in 1959 with their El Camino. It parodied full-size and compact Fords… more»
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Four Door Bruiser! 1968 Buick 430 Wildcat
When I think of cars like this 1968 Buick Wildcat, a high-performance, stylish, two-door hardtop or convertible full-sizer is what comes to mind – you know like a Pontiac Grand Prix, Ford XL, Chevrolet Impala SS/SS427. What I had… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1953 Chevrolet 3100 Custom Pickup
Classic Pickups offer their owners a vast array of choices when it comes to the question of project builds. Some respond perfectly to a faithful restoration, while others make an ideal base for a rat rod approach. The owner… more»
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Conda Green Machine: 1971 Porsche 911T
There’s something about a special car in a rare color that just makes it unbelievably tempting. The best part about special colors is no matter what genre of cars you may enjoy, most enthusiasts are united in how significant… more»
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1958 Goggomobil TS400 Coupe
It was the early 1950s, and Hans Glas GmbH, based in Bavaria, Germany, needed to evolve. Making and repairing seed drills – its mainstay business since 1883 – was a struggle in the post-war era. An excursion to Italy… more»
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80s Tuner Car: 1986 Dodge Shelby Charger
While it can sometimes seem like certain vintage and enthusiast cars are only getting more expensive, there are others that seemingly continue to remain affordable despite having respectable pedigree. The lineup of Shelby-kissed Mopar products from the 1980s are… more»
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Numbers Matching: 1963 Porsche 356B
The word “survivor” gets thrown around a lot (I know I’m guilty of this) and oftentimes, it’s used to describe a car that still looks pretty decent while being nearly original. That means original paint in good to great… more»
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Stored 25 Years: 1978 AMC Pacer Wagon
One thing you can say about American Motors is they weren’t afraid to take some chances. From the formation of AMC out of Hudson and Nash in 1954, they would dabble with this product or that one to see… more»
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Executive-Owned: 1938 Morgan 4/4 Drophead Coupe
If you plan to spend your hard-earned cash on a particular make and model of classic car, finding one that once belonged to the Company’s Managing Director might be a great strategy. It is unlikely to increase its potential… more»
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61K Original Miles! 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass S
Yesterday we reviewed a 1991 Oldsmobile Cutlass Calais “International” edition and today, we’re going to wind it back a bit to the Colonnade years (’73-’77) with this very green ’73 Cutlass S. It was this generation, the ’76 in… more»
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Retractable Roof! 1963 Studebaker Wagonaire
Studebaker was grasping at straws by 1963 when it was forced to sell its South Bend plant. With virtually no development budget, it was placing many of its models on the Lark chassis, while even the top-shelf 1963 GT… more»
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Ran When Parked: 1983 Alfa Romeo GTV6
If you’re like me, there’s always a car you wish you could own. Truth be told, I love old Alfa Romeos but have failed in my attempt to live with one (and that’s saying something, considering what I drag… more»
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Arkansas Shop Find: 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190SL
It’s always amazing to see a long-parked barn find come back to life, regardless of make or model. Knowing an engine that been sitting dormant for decades and can still fire up with some coaxing is a testament to… more»
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Rust-Free Survivor: 1979 Datsun 810 Coupe
I have a great affection for older cars produced by Nissan and Datsun. When I consider the staggering array of vehicles I have owned since I first slipped behind the wheel, nine have worn Nissan and/or Datsun badges. That… more»
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28k Original Miles: 1984 Pontiac Trans Am 15th Anniversary
There was a party being held at Pontiac in 1984. After all, the company was celebrating fifteen years since the launch of its iconic Trans Am. What better way to celebrate the occasion than to release a special edition?… more»
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Original 428 Cobra Jet: 1968 Ford Mustang GT
Occasionally, a classic appears on our desks at Barn Finds, where identifying its strongest attribute is challenging. Such is the case with this 1968 Mustang GT. It features one of the most desirable engines offered that year, has a… more»
