I’ll always have a soft spot in the old ticker for ’59 Edsels. My Aunt Lucy and Uncle Harry bought one new (a white 4-door with a red top and side spear and a black and white interior) and… more»
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Jun 16, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
Real Twin Cam Race Car: 1959 MG MGA Twin Cam
Believe it or not, we have a second MG MGA race car to discuss here on Barn Finds. This one is a rare twin-cam 1959 MG MGA that was outfitted long ago to do battle at Laguna Seca, Watkins,… more»
Mar 2, 2024 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Big Beige Barge: 1959 Lincoln Continental Mark IV Coupe
“To many, ownership of a Continental motorcar represents a reward of attainment. It’s a miracle in motion – a masterpiece at rest.” That’s how the desperate Lincoln advertising team described the 1959 Continental Mark IV. A “miracle in motion”… more»
Jan 1, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
52 Years of Entombment: 1959 MGA 1600
When MG went from their full-fendered but charming MG TF to the gorgeous but more modern MGA, the difference was striking. Decades later, enthusiasts are still on the hunt for a solid example to drive and enjoy. If you… more»
Dec 17, 2023 • For Sale • 45 Comments
Edselchero?? 1959 Edsel Villager Pickup Conversion
I did a double take when I saw this one listed on eBay. What do you call this? A Villachero? An Edselchero? The seller says right out of the gate, “If you want to turn heads at your local… more»
Jun 30, 2023 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Daily Driver Project: 1959 Chevrolet El Camino
I like to think the coupe utility/pickups — like the Ford Ranchero and Chevrolet El Camino — were made for those who experience analysis paralysis, just like me. This 1959 Chevrolet El Camino, in particular, goes beyond satisfying my… more»
Jun 18, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Rare Red Long Roof: 1959 Dodge Sierra Station Wagon
Twenty-five years before the minivan arrived, this was how you hauled kids, Little League teams, Aunt Edna, groceries, lumber, and whatnot: the classic All American 6-passenger and 9-passenger station wagon. And while Fords (269,378) and Chevys (195,585) were the… more»
May 28, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Original Paint: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe
What a difference a year could make in Detroit back in the 1950’s. My twin brother used to own a gorgeous 1958 Cadillac Coupe DeVille, Dakoda Red with an Alpine White top. And I would add Chrome as a… more»
Mar 21, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Perfect Patina: 1959 Chevrolet Apache Utility Bed
We have probably featured thousands of light-duty vintage pickups on Barn Finds through the years, but this is only the second one we’ve featured under the “Vintage Truck with Utility Bed” heading. I’ve seen plenty of vintage pickups and… more»
Feb 18, 2023 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Bubble Top: 1959 Pontiac Catalina
The bubble top 1959 Pontiac Catalina is located in the San Francisco Bay area of California. It is listed yesterday here on Craigslist for $20,000. Many thanks to Pat L. for bringing this car to our attention. The bubble… more»
Jun 28, 2022 • For Sale • 22 Comments
One-Owner: 1959 Ford Fairlane 500 Galaxie Sunliner
You don’t see many opportunities to buy a 63-year-old car – and a convertible at that – from the original owner, but that’s what we have here. This ’59 Ford Fairlane 500 Galaxie Sunliner (that’s a mouthful) was purchased… more»
