Godzilla-Swapped: 1993 Ford F150 Lightning

Ford’s F150 has a sales record that is the envy of many manufacturers. It has hit a sweet spot with potential buyers, and the company struggles to produce them in sufficient quantities to meet buyer demand. This 1993 F150… more»

Frame Off Restored: 1989 Pontiac Safari Wagon

I recently spoke to a seller of a car I had some interest in, and after making my offer, he told me that he had well more into the car than I was offering. Now, most of us understand… more»

Rally Prospect: 1973 Saab 96

Want to play Eric Carlsson, but still get groceries? This slightly modified 1973 Saab 96, advertised here on craigslist for $8995, might fit the bill. Located in Truckee, California, this car could be driven to your garage one day… more»

Fully Documented: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Finding a desirable classic like a 1965 Corvette Convertible that is original and unmolested will undoubtedly draw attention and generate interest. When that car comes with documentation that traces its entire history to Day One, that is the equivalent… more»

43k Original Miles: 1991 Pontiac Firebird Convertible

If you scroll back through the Barn Finds archives, you will quickly discover that most of Pontiac’s pony car models that have graced the site for over a decade have worn Trans Am badges. That makes our feature car… more»

Award Winner! 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix “Chief”

Pontiac introduced the Grand Prix in 1962 as an upscale grand tourer, based on the Catalina body but using Bonneville power. It was greeted by the public with welcome arms and the company made it a series of its… more»

Bargain Of A lifetime? 1969 Aston Martin DB6

OK folks, it’s Gullwing Motor Cars time, and today, for your review, we have a 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In keeping with most of the Gullwing cars that we review, this one is not without its foibles. Actually, it… more»

Former Drag Car! 1957 Chevrolet 210 4-Door

Some number of the original 1955-57 “Tri-Five” Chevrolets found themselves turned into drag cars. They were fairly light vehicles that were easy to modify. Such was the case with this ’57 210 which was a racer almost from the… more»

Surprise Sleeper! 1967 Pontiac Firebird

It’s always fun to see a first-year Pontiac Firebird pop up for sale, whether it’s one in need of restoration or a well-kept survivor that’s been shown lots of love over the years, and while this 1967 Pontiac Firebird… more»

SS 454 Pickup! 1971 Chevrolet El Camino

From 1964 to 1987, the El Camino was a “gentleman’s pickup” version of the mid-size Chevrolet Chevelle. Mechanically, it could be equipped any way you could order a Malibu, including the Super Sport option and the hot 454 cubic… more»

Disappearing Top! 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner

As the 1950s wore on, U.S. automakers were on a path to make their products more “futuristic”. The 1957-59 Chryslers and their “Forward Look” styling is one example. Another is the retractable hardtop sold by Ford during those same… more»

No Reserve Running Project: 1972 Ford Gran Torino Sport

While many manufacturers were either driving nails in the coffin of their muscle models or drastically reducing their fun characteristics, I guess Ford didn’t get the memo that the market was dying before they revamped the Torino for ’72… more»

Buried Alive: Pair of 1957 Chevrolet Bel Airs

The “Tri-Five” Chevrolets of 1955 to 1957 are still considered iconic more than 65 years later. While the styling is timeless (especially with the finned ‘57s), they were the first eight-cylinder cars offered by Chevy in nearly four decades…. more»

Just Add Engine: 1959 Rambler Super

American Motors Corp. was formed in 1954 through the merger of Hudson Motor Car Co. and Nash-Kelvinator. Throughout the subsequent years, the company usually operated on a shoestring but remained viable until the end of the 1980s when Chrysler… more»

Estate Sale: 1971 Opel GT

In an eBay listing that is distinguished by its brevity, we find this 1971 Opel GT, bid to $5401, reserve not met. The car is located in Martinsville, Indiana. Opel was owned by General Motors for decades, forming the… more»

39k Original Miles: 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

Choosing a worthy project candidate can be fraught with danger, particularly for those tackling their first build. The world is littered with individuals who have placed their ambitions ahead of their abilities, biting off more than they can chew…. more»

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