The idea of using a vehicle strictly as a marketing exercise is as old as getting a free gift when you open a bank account. The Ford Ranger Splash was an obvious attempt to draw younger shoppers into the… more»
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48k Mile: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS
In the mid 1980s, if you wanted a V8 Chevy with a little NASCAR attitude, the Monte Carlo SS was the car to have, and clean ones are getting harder to find. This 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS is… more»
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Ivan Stuart Tribute: 1985 Toyota Xtra Cab
Many times, we consider replicas or tribute vehicles to be merely cheap clones of the real-deal, or the genuine article most of us would rather own. However, every now and again, someone goes the distance in terms of creating… more»
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Forest Find: 1970 Saab Sonett III
Dr. Sonettstone, I presume? Partially composted by the surrounding jungle, this 1970 Saab Sonett III is advertised for $1,000 on Facebook Marketplace near Rose Hill, Virginia. Its orange-yellow fiberglass body has a battered nose, the windshield is broken, and… more»
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Freshly Restored: 1965 Chevrolet Impala SS Convertible
Some people think that because they can’t complete a project build, they aren’t genuine enthusiasts. However, nothing could be further from the truth, because our worth as enthusiasts is measured by the passion in our hearts, not our ability… more»
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Cheap Driver: 1993 Buick Regal Custom
Although we typically focus on desirable classics at Barn Finds, I am also a fan of cars that I describe as “cheap and cheerful.” They aren’t the most desirable vehicles on the planet, but they’re typically in above-average condition,… more»
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New Caretaker Needed: 1984 Ferrari 400i
If you want to go 150 miles per hour and do so with ample comfort and cosseting from the road, the Ferrari 400i may be worth a look. When the Italians were cranking out grand touring cars with four… more»
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Stored Pickup Project: 1992 Chevrolet S-10
The S-10 was a U.S-built small truck produced by Chevrolet from 1982 to 2003. That’s when the strategy shifted from importing models from Japan, like the LUV (Light Utility Vehicle). The seller’s 1992 was running but smoking when it… more»
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BF Auction: 1971 VW Karmann Ghia
Some project candidates are better than others, and this 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is an absolute beauty. It has sat for twenty-five years, but much of the hard work is completed. It is rust-free, and if you’re feeling sorely… more»
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Cheap Wheels Project: $450 1980 Ford Fairmont
The Fairmont was Ford’s successor to the popular Maverick compact. It arrived in 1978 and retired in 1983. I remember driving one of these as a rental car back in the day and noted how unremarkable it was. The… more»
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Corvette V8! 1975 Chevrolet Vega
The 1971-77 Chevrolet Vega was a well-thought-out product launch, but some shortcuts in execution led to reputation issues. Like premature rusting and overheating engines. This 1975 example seems to have escaped those issues, having had a 1950s Corvette V8… more»
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Compact Icon: 1980 Subaru Brat 4×4
The Subaru Brat came off the drawing board as a quirky vehicle – unlike anything on the market at the time – but it acquired one of its more idiosyncratic features courtesy of a 1963 light truck tariff known… more»
Work-In-Progress: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback
The popular Ford Mustang received a styling refresh in 1967, yet sales declined by 22% because of a flood of new competition. Yet, demand for the Mustang fastback doubled compared to 1966, which was a record that’s never been… more»
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One Owner LT1: 1994 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
The fourth generation Firebird will some day be a collector car, and you can still find clean ones for less than the price of a new compact car. This 1994 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is a one owner car… more»
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428 SCJ Barn Find! 1969 Ford Cobra
Visit a rural watering hole, start jawing about muscle glory, and someone might lean in and whisper about a genuine 428 muscle car sitting for decades. This 1969 Ford Cobra sat “partially exposed” and needs attention in every aspect,… more»
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Big-Block Upgrade: 1981 Chevrolet Corvette
By 1981, Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette was no longer the performance benchmark it had been in years past. The company struggled along gamely, but enthusiasts with gasoline in their veins either had to wait for the ultra-expensive ZR-1 to hit… more»
