Stalled Project: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette + Frame

The long-awaited second-generation Chevy Corvette finally arrived in 1963. It was a new car that adopted the surname “Stingray.” Sales grew by 50% and would continue to increase in the coming years. The convertible continued to be popular, but… more»

Rust-Free Arizona Find: 1970 Ford LTD 390 V8

We’ve only seen seven 1970 Ford LTDs here on Barn Finds over the years, and none of them were a 4-door sedan as seen here. I think I actually prefer the 4-door body style in this car over the… more»

Nicest One Left? 1988 Mazda 323 Hatchback

Maybe the title should be, “Only One Left?” This 1988 Mazda 323 hatchback is a car that a lot of us either owned or saw every day on the roads, but they have mostly disappeared in the last couple… more»

Bluesmobile Replica! 1974 Dodge Monaco

For so many reasons, not the least of which was that it featured a 1974 Dodge Monaco that Elwood told Jake was 440-powered, The Blues Brothers was one of those films that remained on my frequent watch list for… more»

34k Mile Beauty: 1966 Ford Fairlane 500 Club Coupe

Anytime a vintage automobile comes across our desks here at Barn Finds with the words ALL ORIGINAL appearing in caps entirely, it usually gets my adrenaline flowing enough to drop everything and check it out immediately.  The issue is… more»

18,370 Miles? 1977 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

Looking like either Jennifer Blue or Cerulean Blue (my money is on Jennifer Blue), this 1977 Cadillac Sedan DeVille appears to be a nice example of GM’s first year redesigned fifth-generation DeVille series, in a much smaller, lighter size, and… more»

All Original Cruiser: 1948 Buick Roadmaster

The Roadmaster was a Buick nameplate used on-again, off-again, dating back to the mid-thirties.  The car took a short break after 1942 before reappearing in ’46 for a run that lasted just over a dozen years, then went on… more»

Frankie Avalon Ties: Stretched 1958 Cadillac Coupe DeVille

By age 85, many celebrities have dropped out of the public eye and lost some of the spark they once brought to the spotlight.  However, Frankie Avalon seems to reinvent himself every few years and stay relevant.  Whether it… more»

Movie History: 1962 Citroën 2CV

One thing I have learned while writing for Barn Finds is that cars with a movie history attract differing views. Some readers view it as a positive trait, while others consider it to add nothing to a car’s potential… more»

“Mint” Survivor: 1989 Volvo 240 DL

There was a time when I wouldn’t have given a Volvo a second glance. I viewed them as staid, conservative, and lacking excitement. My views changed once I drove a few, because I found them extremely comfortable and capable… more»

Parked in ’92: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro

Choosing an appropriate project candidate can be challenging. There are many factors to consider, including the buyer’s budget and how hands-on they can be with their build. This 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is an interesting alternative. The current owner parked… more»

Surfer Vibe Shorty: 1974 Ford E-Series Van

Talk about the Jack of All Trades. What vehicle better epitomizes that phrase than Ford’s Econoline series? Launched in 1960 with cats-eye headlamps and a mid-engine configuration, the E-Series could do almost anything: haul your soccer team, help you… more»

350/4-Speed: 1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible

Although I have always admitted a weakness for classic cars wearing the Blue Oval badge, I’ve always longed to park a First Generation Pontiac Firebird in my garage. I believe that Pontiac struck a sweet spot with the styling,… more»

Historical Icon: 1930 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Series III Super Sport Spider

Calling any Alfa-Romeo built with racing in mind “clunky” seems like sacrilege. Yet, Alfa’s early 1920s product was a tall, 3400 lb touring car called the RL – well-suited for the era’s rough roads but barely nimble. A factory-forced… more»

SS 396 Rally Sport: 1971 Chevrolet Camaro

Chevrolet redesigned the popular Camaro “pony car” in 1970, but it got off to a slow start. Production problems delayed the introduction until after the first of the year, and subsequent sales numbers fell below those of the first… more»

Seldom Seen: 1967 Pontiac GP 428 Convertible

I’d call this 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix convertible a twofer. Firstly, it’s one of only 5,800 GP drop tops assembled in ’67 – the only year that body style was offered, and it’s got an optional, big, honking 428… more»