The high-ups at Chevrolet must have realized right off the bat that the Caprice name was destined for success, as in just its second year the moniker went from being merely an option on the ’65 Impala sedan to… more»
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Modern Classic: 1985 Ferrari 308 GTS
If you want to own an iconic 1980s sports car, it’s hard to go wrong with a Ferrari 308. From the classic looks that make it instantly recognizable by even the most uninformed spectator to the reputation it has… more»
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1 of 1: 1971 Rare Plymouth ‘Cuda 440 6-Pack
Plymouth redesigned its Barracuda “pony car” in 1970 and created a future collectible in the process. But it’s doubtful that was the goal – they simply wanted to sell more cars. The 1971 model year was the only one… more»
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64k Original Miles: No Reserve 1996 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham
Everyone reaches a point in life when they need to step back from the hustle and bustle of the daily grind and move into the slow lane for a while. There is no reason why that can’t happen in… more»
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No Reserve Survivor: 1986 Pontiac Fiero
Vehicle manufacturers rarely take bold risks because the financial stakes are typically too high. If we buy a car that is a lemon, we could find ourselves out of pocket to the tune of thousands of dollars. If a… more»
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Original Paint: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette 427/4-Speed
This 1966 Chevrolet Corvette ticks enough boxes to make potential buyers sit up and take notice. It is a well-documented vehicle with desirable factory options, and it wears its original paint on an undamaged body. The big-block under the… more»
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Low Miles! 1973 Citroen SM Coupe
Citroen’s DS – covered here at Barn Finds a number of times – was a tour de force in the world of automotive history. In 1961, Citroen began working on its encore, originally intended as simply a high-performance version… more»
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Back to Basics: 1963 Chevrolet Biscayne
From 1959 through the mid-1970s, if you wanted a full-size, budget-minded car, the Biscayne led the way at Chevrolet. Rubber floor mats? Six-cylinder engine? 3-on-the-tree manual transmission? Yes, those all came standard on the bargain Biscayne. Including this 2-door… more»
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No Expense Spared: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
The First Generation Mustang didn’t just rewrite the record book but became the benchmark against which many new models have been measured. The secret of its success was that Ford offered a variant to suit virtually every taste and… more»
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Patriot Game: 1974 Chevrolet Nova “Spirit of America”
With July 4th mere hours away, now is the perfect time for this 1974 Chevrolet Nova to appear on our desks at Barn Finds. It is a “Spirit of America” Edition that presents well. It features a few tasteful… more»
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Upgraded 340: 1968 Dodge Dart GT
It can sometimes be challenging to determine whether a particular classic is desirable, but when a car attracts sixty-two bids in under four days, you know the seller has a winner on their hands. Such is the case with… more»
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Nicest One Left? 1966 Ford LTD
In 1965, Ford decided to give buyers of its full-size cars a luxury option and dubbed it the Galaxie 500 LTD. Its ride quality and quietness were advertised to be better than that of a Rolls-Royce. The idea worked… more»
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One Family Owned: 1973 AMC Javelin AMX “Pierre Cardin”
It is not unusual for car manufacturers to link with premium brands outside the automotive industry to produce special edition vehicles. AMC wasn’t immune from the practice, although it tested either end of the fashion spectrum in 1973. Few… more»
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Patina Rat Rod: 1966 Chevrolet Nova SS
Chevrolet gave its popular compact the Chevy II a facelift in 1966 and sales improved by more than 50,000 units. And the Nova Super Sport could be had with some power under the hood, like the 275 hp 327… more»
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BF Auction: 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora
Oldsmobile may be gone, but it certainly isn’t forgotten. It produced some memorable vehicles that offered performance but were capable of providing customers with a luxurious motoring experience. Nowhere is that more evident than with this 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora…. more»
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Wrecked 30 Years Ago: 1979 Renault 17 Gordini
The calendar year 1979 might be an eventful one in Renault’s history books. That’s the last year they built the 17 Gordini, a sports coupe, and the year they began buying up interest in American Motors. We mention this… more»
