This 1969 Plymouth Road Runner demonstrates why it is sometimes unwise to judge a book by its cover. The owner is candid about its condition, admitting that it is a big restoration project. However, what sets it apart from… more»
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Cheap Unusual Exotic: 1970 Bremen Sebring
Kit cars and vehicles built on top of a donor chassis are a fun and sometimes inexpensive way to attract attention in the automobile hobby, with appearances and features ranging from average to what could almost be considered works… more»
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1960s Bolens Lawn Keeper Articulating Mower
Going way back to 1850, Bolens, out of Port Washington, Wisconsin, just north of Milwaukee, came out with its first powered garden tractor in 1919. This articulating 1960s Bolens Lawn Keeper mower is listed here on Facebook Marketplace in… more»
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1977 AMC Hornet Sportabout
Compact wagons were prolific in the 1970s – a happy circumstance back then, and a body style we miss now. The Sportabout competed with the VW Squareback, as well as entries from Toyota, Peugeot, Mazda, and Volvo. Most of… more»
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Original Paint: 1967 Harley-Davidson FL
I have written about many classic motorcycles since joining the crew at Barn Finds. However, digging through the site’s archive revealed that it has been almost three years since I tackled a Harley-Davidson. The time has come to right… more»
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Surprising Interest: 1956 Porsche 356A
The desirability of the Porsche 356A means that they typically generate plenty of interest when they hit the market. However, this 1956 example springs a surprise, because the auction action has defied the odds. The images included in this… more»
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L72 425 hp Project: 1966 Chevrolet Corvette
The second generation of America’s Sports Car, the Chevy Corvette, was in its fourth year in 1966. And the biggest development that year was the debut of the 427 cubic inch big-block V8, available with a horsepower rating of… more»
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4-Speed Equipped: 1963 Mercury Comet Convertible
“This is a reliable, great little head-turning classic that can be enjoyed every day,” so opines the seller of this 1963 Mercury Comet Custom convertible. I would agree! The styling is, well, subjective in nature, but this little Merc… more»
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One-Ton Workhorse: 1967 Dodge Power Wagon
The Power Wagon was a civilian version of the military vehicle used during World War II. It was introduced at the end of the war and remained in production through 1980 (with the military style through 1968). The seller’s… more»
Rebuilt Drivetrain: 1963 Mercedes-Benz 220 SE Engine
Unlike a classic Chevrolet or a Ford, finding the right replacement drivetrain for a classic Mercedes-Benz can be a real challenge, especially when the project involves one of the company’s early-1960s fuel-injected cars. While you can order up a… more»
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First Year Project: 1967 Pontiac Firebird 400 Convertible
Pony cars and muscle machines were both becoming hot commodities in the marketplace during the second half of the sixties, and the timing for the Pontiac Firebird and Chevrolet Camaro was spot on when the pair was introduced for… more»
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Crate LT1 V8: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1971 Chevy Corvette saw few changes over the 1970 model. The engines had been detuned a tad to run on lower octane fuel, so the standard 350 cubic inch V8 was down 20 horsepower, for example. This 1971… more»
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1971 Montgomery Ward T555 Three-Wheeler
Born in New Jersey, Aaron Montgomery Ward made his fortune in a Chicago-based mail-order company selling a wide range of items to rural customers whom he thought were being taken advantage of by local stores. The company’s catalogs sold… more»
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Thousands Spent: 1980 Plymouth Arrow
Captive imports first arrived in the 1950s when Ford and GM brought the Anglia and the Opel, respectively, to the US. But the trend really gained traction in the 1970s when US makers needed a fast response to the… more»
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No Reserve: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
No Reserve. Those two words are virtually guaranteed to draw attention in any classic auction. However, when the car in question is also exceptionally desirable, the auction action is sure to be intense. Such is the case with this… more»
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Patina or Paint: This 1970 Plymouth Superbird Comes With Its Story
Few muscle cars generate as much excitement as a genuine Plymouth Superbird, and this 1970 example listed on eBay has a story that’s anything but ordinary. Rather than presenting it as a finished showpiece, the seller is upfront about… more»
