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Oct 17, 2024  •  For Sale  •  21 Comments

Highly Original Survivor: 1959 Edsel Villager Wagon

I’ll always have a soft spot in the old ticker for ’59 Edsels. My Aunt Lucy and Uncle Harry bought one new (a white 4-door with a red top and side spear and a black and white interior) and… more»

Jun 16, 2024  •  For Sale  •  2 Comments

Real Twin Cam Race Car: 1959 MG MGA Twin Cam

Believe it or not, we have a second MG MGA race car to discuss here on Barn Finds.  This one is a rare twin-cam 1959 MG MGA that was outfitted long ago to do battle at Laguna Seca, Watkins,… more»

Mar 2, 2024  •  For Sale  •  37 Comments

Big Beige Barge: 1959 Lincoln Continental Mark IV Coupe

“To many, ownership of a Continental motorcar represents a reward of attainment. It’s a miracle in motion – a masterpiece at rest.” That’s how the desperate Lincoln advertising team described the 1959 Continental Mark IV. A “miracle in motion”… more»

Jan 1, 2024  •  For Sale  •  13 Comments

52 Years of Entombment: 1959 MGA 1600

When MG went from their full-fendered but charming MG TF to the gorgeous but more modern MGA, the difference was striking.  Decades later, enthusiasts are still on the hunt for a solid example to drive and enjoy.  If you… more»

Dec 17, 2023  •  For Sale  •  45 Comments

Edselchero?? 1959 Edsel Villager Pickup Conversion

I did a double take when I saw this one listed on eBay. What do you call this? A Villachero? An Edselchero? The seller says right out of the gate, “If you want to turn heads at your local… more»

Jun 30, 2023  •  For Sale  •  24 Comments

Daily Driver Project: 1959 Chevrolet El Camino

I like to think the coupe utility/pickups — like the Ford Ranchero and Chevrolet El Camino — were made for those who experience analysis paralysis, just like me. This 1959 Chevrolet El Camino, in particular, goes beyond satisfying my… more»

Jun 18, 2023  •  For Sale  •  17 Comments

Rare Red Long Roof: 1959 Dodge Sierra Station Wagon

Twenty-five years before the minivan arrived, this was how you hauled kids, Little League teams, Aunt Edna, groceries, lumber, and whatnot: the classic All American 6-passenger and 9-passenger station wagon. And while Fords (269,378) and Chevys (195,585) were the… more»

May 28, 2023  •  For Sale  •  16 Comments

Original Paint: 1959 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe

What a difference a year could make in Detroit back in the 1950’s. My twin brother used to own a gorgeous 1958 Cadillac Coupe DeVille, Dakoda Red with an Alpine White top. And I would add Chrome as a… more»

Mar 21, 2023  •  For Sale  •  15 Comments

Perfect Patina: 1959 Chevrolet Apache Utility Bed

We have probably featured thousands of light-duty vintage pickups on Barn Finds through the years, but this is only the second one we’ve featured under the “Vintage Truck with Utility Bed” heading. I’ve seen plenty of vintage pickups and… more»

Feb 18, 2023  •  For Sale  •  26 Comments

Bubble Top: 1959 Pontiac Catalina

The bubble top 1959 Pontiac Catalina is located in the San Francisco Bay area of California. It is listed yesterday here on Craigslist for $20,000. Many thanks to Pat L. for bringing this car to our attention. The bubble… more»

Jun 28, 2022  •  For Sale  •  22 Comments

One-Owner: 1959 Ford Fairlane 500 Galaxie Sunliner

You don’t see many opportunities to buy a 63-year-old car – and a convertible at that – from the original owner, but that’s what we have here. This ’59 Ford Fairlane 500 Galaxie Sunliner (that’s a mouthful) was purchased… more»

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