Porsche’s 928 was the factory’s attempt to replace the 911; obviously that ploy didn’t work, but the 911’s persistence does not subtract from what is a bona fide luxury grand tourer. The saga began in the early 1970s. America… more»
45k Mile Yard Find: 1977 Dodge Aspen SE Wagon
The pairing of the Dodge Aspen and Plymouth Volare was the successor to the long-running duo of the Dart and Valiant. But unlike their predecessors, the Aspen and Volare only ran for one generation from 1976 to 1980. The… more»
What Price Perfection? 1948 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe
Is it possible to place a price on perfection? It seems that if the classic in question is this 1948 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe, the answer to that question is a resounding “Yes!” Don’t take my word for it,… more»
Low-Mile Survivor: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Collector’s Edition Sedan
Enthusiasts seeking muscle or pony cars face abundant choices in the current classic market. However, those seeking comfort, practicality, and affordability face greater challenges. That is where this 1996 Buick Roadmaster Collector’s Edition Sedan rides to the rescue. From… more»
Collection Find: 1947 Packard Clipper
While most enthusiasts are happy to park one classic in their garage, others are fortunate enough to accumulate a collection of desirable and historic vehicles. This 1947 Packard Clipper recently emerged from such a collection and is ready to… more»
10k Original Miles: 1987 Pontiac Fiero SE
In an era when new cars seem less exciting, I believe the world is crying out for a manufacturer like Pontiac. It was willing to push the boundaries, creating iconic muscle cars like the GTO. It dived head-first into… more»
One-Owner 1979 Chevrolet Impala Wagon
It’s a fair bet that many of us here at Barn Finds have at least one experience with a 1977-1979 Chevrolet. My aunt and uncle owned one, an orange ’77 Caprice Classic wagon with wood sides. A high school friend… more»
It Is Grand! 1974 Plymouth Fury Gran Coupe
A few days ago I covered this 1980 Chrysler New Yorker and while in that full-size Mopar vein, I thought a review of this 1974 Plymouth Fury “Gran Coupe” would be in order. This is a fabulous-looking car, IMHO,… more»
South-American VW – 1979 Volkswagen Brasília
It would take a keen eye for most Americans to identify this two-door as a VW. This 1979 Volkswagen Brasília in Currie, North Carolina began life in the South American nation of Brazil as a replacement for the popular… more»
Catalog Go-Kart: 1970 JCPenny Micro Buggy
Barely hanging on and closing stores again, JCPenney was at one time one of the big three retailers along with Sears Roebuck and Montgomery Ward, and is the last one standing, for now. It’s sad for those of us… more»
38k Original Miles: 1984 Cadillac Seville
Timing is an important factor that can play a key role in an automobile’s success, and in the case of the Cadillac Seville, it couldn’t have been much better. By the mid-seventies, some luxury car buyers were straying from… more»
BF Exclusive: 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 “Boonie Bug”
Popular Mechanics has long been a source of excellent DIY projects, and the magazine typically offers comprehensive instructions and material lists for those with a sense of adventure. This 1966 Volkswagen Type 2 “Boonie Bug” is one example of… more»
Black Beauty: 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula
Pontiac produced four different models of the Firebird from 1970 to 1981. These included the base Firebird, Esprit, Formula and Trans Am. This 1976 Pontiac Formula is located near Seattle, Washington and is listed for sale for $19,000. The… more»
11k Original Miles: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
I have a question for you to ponder. If an owner lists a modified classic with an extraordinarily low odometer reading, at what point during the modification process does the odometer reading become irrelevant? That is the question posed… more»