The Packard Motor Car Company slogan — Ask the man who owns one — was kind of a meme before the world even knew what memes were. Of course, if Packard were still around today, it would likely have… more»
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Jun 13, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
11k Original Miles: 1989 Chevrolet Camaro RS Convertible
Some car models look fantastic in drop-top form, while others look unwieldy and unappealing. I believe the Third Generation Camaro fits into the former category because it almost looks like the company designed the Convertible model first, with the… more»
Jun 7, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Rare 1937 Packard Model 1501 Super-Eight Convertible
By 1937, the Great Depression had separated the wheat from the chaff among wealthy Americans. Those who could still afford luxury automobiles like this 1937 Packard Model 1501 Super-Eight Convertible in Templeton, Massachusetts probably had substantial “old money” or… more»
Jun 1, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
39k Original Miles and No Reserve! 1965 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Convertible
When Oldsmobile released its Eighth Generation Ninety-Eight for the 1965 model year, it represented a clean slate design. Virtually nothing carried over from the previous model, and the buying public rewarded the company with sales of 92,406 cars. However,… more»
May 30, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Two-Owner Tiptop 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
If you’re going to advertise a 55-year-old, two-owner Florida car for sale, it doesn’t hurt to show photos that includes sunshine, palm trees, water, and at center stage: a stunning turquoise on turquoise 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible. I’ve… more»
May 29, 2022 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Rare Red Ragtop: 1983 Buick Riviera Convertible
In 1976, I remember all the hype around the news of the last convertibles being built in Detroit (and how some car collectors took the supposedly end-of-an-era bait). Six years later, there was a “Just Kidding” heard from Detroit… more»
May 26, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Real Barn Find: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
1965 was mid-way through the run for the second generation of the Chevrolet Corvette, which began with the 1963 year model and lasted through the ’67. Chevy made a total of 23,562 Corvettes for 1965, of which 15,376 were… more»
May 24, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Original 440: 1969 Dodge Coronet R/T Convertible
When you wash your hair, several options are available to dry it. You could choose the natural method or break out the hairdryer. Slipping behind the wheel of a classic like this 1969 Dodge Coronet R/T Convertible and flooring… more»
May 20, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Former Disney Ride: 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible
During my time with Barn Finds, I’ve had the opportunity to write about some rare and interesting vehicles. While this 1965 Mustang Convertible may not initially seem rare, its story is undeniably unusual. It is a car that has… more»
May 17, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
8k Original Miles? 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
There are times when writing for Barn Finds involves a very careful balancing act. This is especially true when the subject of an article is a car where the owner states that it is a genuine 1-of-1 example or… more»
May 17, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
One of a Kind? 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
The 1966 model year was a banner one for Ford, with more than 2.2 million vehicles rolling off their production lines. More than 25% of those wore the Galaxie badge, but only 27,454 were the Galaxie 500 Convertible. That… more»
May 16, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Estate Find: 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
There are few things in the classic world sadder than finding a project build that stalled due to ill health. However, it is almost heartbreaking when the owner succumbs to their illness and the family faces the prospect of… more»
May 11, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
28k Miles! 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
Ask a Chevy enthusiast which is their favorite Tri-Five year model, and you’ll get a reputable response, no matter which of the three they choose. It’s one of those questions that doesn’t have a wrong answer, as they’re all… more»
May 11, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Special Order Paint: 1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible
If you walk into a dealership today intent on driving away in a shiny new offering from their range, you will face choosing from a set selection of paint shades. In years past, manufacturers provided buyers with the option… more»
May 7, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Tidy Driver: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
With warm weather fast approaching, the lure of time behind the wheel of a classic convertible with the wind in your hair may be impossible to resist. If so, that begs the question of which classic you might choose…. more»
May 7, 2022 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Great Starter: 1967 Ford Mustang Convertible
Choosing a suitable candidate for a project build can be challenging, particularly if your skills with a grinder and welder aren’t the greatest. That’s where classics like this 1967 Mustang Convertible fill a void. It appears that most of… more»
