60k Mile 1968 Chrysler Newport Convertible

Some classic cars seem to defy logic. Take this 1967 Chrysler Newport Convertible as a prime example. It is a big and heavy classic, but its mechanical specifications allow it to deliver surprising performance. It is a tidy survivor… more»

Original 400: 1967 Pontiac GTO

There are many factors to contemplate when assessing the relative worth of any classic purchase. Originality can be a prime factor if the buyer considers the vehicle’s potential future value, which can differentiate a good investment from a great… more»

Ready To Cruise: 1959 Chevrolet Impala

In 1959, the Impala officially took over the top spot at Chevrolet (having been an upgrade on the Bel Air the year before). Styling was new and highly futuristic and General Motors was playing catch up with Chrysler’s “Forward… more»

Well-Baked 1 of 142 Project: 1978 Avanti II

The original Studebaker Avanti had no real chance to succeed. A little more than a year after it hit the market, the company ceased U.S. auto production. A few models continued to be briefly built in Canada, but the… more»

It Should Run: 1977 Lincoln Continental Coupe

They say, sitting is the new smoking, as in it’ll be the thing that kills a lot of us in the computer age as we look at screens all day unless you’re one of the lucky ones who actually… more»

1954 Kaiser Manhattan Supercharged Sedan

1954 was an unusual year for Kaiser Motors Corp. It can be confusing to identify the exact model as many were rebadged 1953 models, but this 1954 Kaiser Manhattan Supercharged Sedan is a K-542 so there’s no confusion here… more»

BF Auction: 1979 MGB Roadster

While working on one of the BF Projects outside Barn Finds HQ, a tidy-looking MGB pulled up a while back. The young guy who jumped out of it introduced himself and expressed curiosity about what I was working on…. more»

Spotless Survivor: 1987 Mercury Grand Marquis LS Colony Park

Rumors regularly surface suggesting that at least one domestic manufacturer is considering reintroducing a Station Wagon to its model range. However, that has proven to be nothing but hot air so far, meaning those seeking a Wagon must either… more»

Rotisserie Restoration: 1967 Dodge Dart GTS 383

Chrysler redesigned its two compact cars in 1967, the Dodge Dart and Plymouth Valiant. While functional, they weren’t necessarily lively – until the Dart GTS came along mid-way in the new year. By adding the Sport designation to the… more»

Baby Bentley: 1937 Austin 7 Nippy Roadster

The Nippy was a 2-seat roadster based on the Austin 7 (or Seven), built in England between 1934/35 and 1937. Production numbers were low, so the quantity of survivors today can’t be large. Due to their low weight and… more»

Built 440: 1972 Dodge Charger SE

With the popularity and sales of muscle cars dwindling by 1972, you’ve got to hand it to Dodge for trying to keep the fun alive, at least as best they could in such a changing marketplace.  For 1972, the… more»

FWD Luxury Muscle: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado

The pictures in the ad for this 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado look pretty respectable from the driver side but the picture from the passenger side shows the car sunk down in the mud of the field. That is not a… more»

Recently Revived: 1976 Datsun 280Z

Datsun always claimed that it didn’t draw inspiration from the Jaguar E-Type when designing its iconic 240Z and its successors, but few believed that. From the long nose hiding a six-cylinder engine to the rear hatch, the similarities are… more»

Hot Rod Jaguar Mark V Drophead Coupe

Jaguar introduced its Mark V in the Fall of 1948 alongside the XK120. The slinky XK120 stole the show, but the Mark V staked out new territory too: it was the first Jaguar with hydraulic brakes, sealed beam headlamps,… more»

BF Auction: 1969 Lincoln Continental Mk III

In 1969, Lincoln debuted the Continental Mark III in an attempt to recapture the luxury image of the Continental Mark II. While the MK III doesn’t look all that much like its predecessor, it succeeded at capturing what made… more»

No Reserve: 1986 Buick Grand National

The muscle car sector has traditionally been the exclusive preserve of V8-powered vehicles, but that hasn’t always been the case. There was one bright moment during the 1980s when Buick embraced emerging technology to produce some of the most… more»