Buick’s full-line brochure for 1989 calls the Skylark their “little limousine.” I’ll let you take a second for that to sink in. Setting aside the marketing hyperbole, this Skylark Custom Sedan is the kind of car that’s exciting because… more»
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Elderly Owned: 1989 Oldsmobile Toronado Trofeo
UPDATE – This 1989 Oldsmobile Toronado Trofeo is listed for sale again, just four months after the listing disappeared. It’s located in Island Park, New York, and there is no reserve on the eBay auction listed here. The seller… more»
Patina Project: 1972 Dodge Coronet Custom
Very much a project, this longroof has lots of surface rust (patina?) on that long roof, along with some body rust on the lower body panels. Just for the fun of it, it also needs mechanical work. This 1972… more»
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Only 2,552 Built: 1969 Ford Torino GT Convertible
Think about the last car show you attended this summer (if you didn’t, get out there!). Certainly you saw plenty of Chevelles, more than a few GTOs, a few Cutlasses and 442s, probably a Charger or two. How many… more»
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59k Mile Survivor: 1973 Dodge Charger
One of the Mopar models frequently featured here on Barn Finds is the Dodge Charger, as its desirability remains strong and demand in the marketplace never seems to lessen. Much of the interest is often centered around the performance-oriented… more»
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1-of-816: 1969 Ford Ranchero Rio Grande
Vehicle manufacturers occasionally produce what I call well-kept secrets. These are vehicles that don’t sell in significant numbers because the company doesn’t promote them heavily. The 1969 Ford Ranchero Rio Grande is a perfect example, as it barely rated… more»
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Rotisserie Build: 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix Model SJ
We always welcome our readers’ input at Barn Finds because, without you, the site wouldn’t exist. Whether it is through leads or by correcting the times when I make monumental mistakes, you help us grow into better writers with… more»
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Low Mileage Targa: 1987 Jaguar XJ-SC V12
The complexity of a convertible top has been known to discourage some folks from pursuing a drop-top in their garage. I don’t mind the complexity, but after replacing failed motors that caused a top to go down and not… more»
Future Collectible? 2016 Alfa Romeo 4C
These days, the number of new cars sold by manufacturers that truly ticks the heart strings of enthusiasts is increasingly small. Yes, I know, the Corvette exists as does the Camaro, but those are pure muscle cars – and… more»
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Abandoned in Texas: Tom Mitchell Collection
Urban explorers tend to trigger one of two reactions: you either love them or can’t stand them. With the line between trespassing and providing insight into parts of America most of us never see being very blurry at times,… more»
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390hp! 1969 Chevrolet Impala SS 427 Convertible
Many enthusiasts remember the 1960s as the era of the horsepower war. Manufacturers appealed to the hearts of buyers with performance leanings by bolting potent motors under the hoods of their latest offerings. This 1969 Chevrolet Impala SS 427… more»
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Simply Stunning: 1969 Pontiac Firebird 400
I have always liked First Generation pony cars. They feature a purity that was lost in later models as dimensions and vehicle weight grew. This 1969 Pontiac Firebird is particularly attractive, from its 400ci V8 to its spotless presentation…. more»
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Leather Trim? 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible
This 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible presents beautifully, and the seller is confident enough to describe its condition as “mint.” That’s a bold call, but the car’s overall condition makes it plausible. However, one of the most intriguing aspects of… more»
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Fireball V8! 1963 Buick Special Convertible
Last week, I penned a piece on a 1964 Buick Skylark, and today, I thought I’d review the previous year’s model to see if any similarities exist. This 1963 Buick Special is probably more different than it is similar…. more»
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Only Two Owners: 1973 Plymouth Scamp
Plymouth and Dodge both launched versions of each other’s compact cars in 1971. Dodge unveiled the Demon, which was a Duster with a Dart front clip. And Plymouth got the Scamp, which was a Dart Swinger with Valiant front… more»
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Will It Run? 1962 Chevrolet Corvair 95 Rampside Pickup
Whomever he is, the seller of this 1962 Chevy Corvair Rampside is doing something right: He “purchased [the] truck 2 years ago and [it] has been sitting in [his] warehouse.” One, he has a warehouse. Two, he can buy… more»
