I doubt that it would happen today. Could you imagine a mainstream car rental firm offering people the opportunity to slip behind a potent vehicle like a Shelby GT-350? Specialist companies exist that cater to that need, but the… more»
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Simply Stunning: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible
I’m sure that most Barn Finds readers have a dream garage. That is to say, they have a classic or, if they are like me, a list of classics that they would park in their garage if space and… more»
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Original 396/4-Speed: 1967 Chevrolet Impala Convertible
I’ve always viewed the 1960s as the greatest decade in American automotive history. It gave us pony cars, muscle cars, and personal luxury cars were hitting their stride. However, companies also demonstrated the ability to produce genuine sleepers, such… more»
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Solid Californian: 1985 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
It might sound strange, but now is the ideal time to buy a classic Convertible to park in your garage. We’re rapidly heading towards winter, which is traditionally a time when prices are at their lowest. That makes this… more»
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No Reserve: 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible
Are you a “glass half empty” or a “glass half full” type of person? If you fall into the former category, you will look at this 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass Convertible, recognize the rust issues, and throw it into the… more»
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Help a Museum and Get a Jeep: 2006 Jeep Wrangler LJ
We all talk a big game when it comes to saving old cars and promoting our hobby, but Sean Mathis took it a step further. Starting with his grandfather’s beloved 1959 Cadillac, Sean has managed to build one of… more»
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1972 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible With 9,100 Original Miles!
What can I say? It is a 1972 Corvette Convertible that presents superbly. It would be fair to think that those words describe this classic perfectly. However, the ace up its sleeve is that its spotless appearance is due… more»
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How Rare? 1969 Pontiac GTO Convertible
Pontiac sold 72,287 examples of its GTO in 1969, with 4,385 buyers choosing the Convertible featuring the standard 400ci V8 hooked to an automatic transmission. That represents only around 6% of total sales, but the seller believes that the… more»
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350/4-Speed: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
If you’re the type of enthusiast who doesn’t mind the idea of getting their hands dirty performing some TLC on the classic of their dreams, this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible deserves a close look. It isn’t perfect, but it… more»
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Last Year of the LTD Convertible: Rare 1972 Ford Drop Top
I experienced a bit of “Deja vu all over again” when I saw this ’72 Ford LTD Drop Top tip from T.J. (Thank you, again, T.J.!) I wrote about this same car three years ago on Barn Finds when… more»
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No Reserve: 1967 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible
The 1960s was a high water mark in American automotive history. There are plenty of examples of manufacturers releasing the right car at the right time, resulting in iconic models like the First Generation Mustang and the Pontiac GTO…. more»
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Never Had Rust: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Convertible
Although some enthusiasts prefer their classic original and unmolested, others will happily compromise if the vehicle in question is solid, clean, and will provide immediate motoring pleasure. Such would appear to be the case with this 1968 Chevrolet Camaro… more»
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289/4-Speed: 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 XL Convertible
Choosing an appropriate project candidate is often challenging, but this 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 XL Convertible deserves more than a passing glance. Its mechanical specifications promise respectable performance with scope to extract performance gains from the V8 under the… more»
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Cheap 5-Speed Project: 1986 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
With Fox-Body Mustangs being strong performers in the classic market, finding an affordable project candidate is often challenging. However, this ’86 GT Convertible rides to the rescue as a driver-grade vehicle that would benefit from a cosmetic refresh. It… more»
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Affordable Project: 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
In their youth, the seller and his friend used to hit the road aboard this 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible, searching for fun and adventure. The friend passed a few years ago, with his widow handing the Galaxie to… more»
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72k Original Miles: 1967 Pontiac Firebird 326 Convertible
Ford beat almost every other manufacturer to the punch with its hugely successful Mustang, although Plymouth trumped it by mere days with the Barracuda. General Motors struck back in 1967 with the Chevrolet Camaro and the Pontiac Firebird, with… more»
