318/4-Speed: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda

This 1966 Plymouth Barracuda is an almost “complete” package. It presents extremely well and features a new interior. However, the seller’s decision to slot an upgraded V8 under the hood gives it genuine performance credentials. The buyer faces a… more»

British Saloon Project: 1951 Riley RMB

My challenge here at Barn Finds, with a mostly American and slightly past-the-age-of-restoration crowd, is to impress you with the remarkable Riley. It’s a tall order. Obviously, the photos are …. less than stellar. And perhaps for the Riley… more»

2-Owner W126: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL

There are cars you see every day that eventually, you simply gloss over. They’re either mass-produced or too reliable, meaning they never go extinct. It’s like seeing a 1998 Honda Accord that, while it may be really nice, you… more»

Gucci Edition: 1972 AMC Hornet Sportabout

We’ve only seen one other 1972 AMC Hornet Sportabout Gucci Edition wagon here on Barn Finds that I could dig up, and they are rare to see today. This example is a little rough, but it’s also fairly inexpensive… more»

Four Door Hot Rod: 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T

Talk about a car no one saw coming back in the day, and is still a bit a shock to learn that it even exists: the Dodge Spirit R/T. Now, I am fully aware of how awesome this car… more»

1-of-21: 1975 Lamborghini Urraco P111

The Urraco is probably Lamborghini’s most overlooked model. That is a shame, because it is significantly more practical than most of the marque’s other models. What helps it achieve that goal is its 2+2 interior, allowing enthusiasts with young… more»

Turbo T-Top: 1981 Pontiac Trans Am

There is something undeniably attractive about locating a project candidate that can be enjoyed immediately. It provides the best of both worlds; The buyer can indulge in immediate classic motoring pleasure, tackling their build as time and circumstances allow…. more»

Racing Pedigree: 1990 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.5-16 Evolution II

If automotive history has taught us nothing else, it is that racing improves the breed. Technology that was once the exclusive preserve of Formula One, IndyCar, and the World Endurance Championship can now be found on road-going models. The… more»

Split Window Project: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette

Some classics represent better project candidates than others. The work required and the associated costs are one factor, while the vehicle’s inherent desirability is another. This 1963 Chevrolet Corvette appears to be a straightforward prospect for a faithful restoration,… more»

401 V8 Field Find: 1971 AMC Javelin SST

The Javelin was American Motors’ pony car entry, with the first generation in production from 1968 to 1970 and the second and last from 1971 to 1974. Along with a major restyle, the 1971 model brought a 401 cubic… more»

Needs FInishing: 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

Chevrolet added a mid-size car in 1964, the Chevelle. It was sandwiched between the Corvair/Chevy II compacts and the full-size Chevies. It competed against the Ford Fairlane, which had ventured into that space two years earlier. The 1965 Chevelles… more»

Goodbye Tailfins! 1961 Plymouth Fury

Even though the full-size 1961 Plymouths looked nothing like the 1960 editions, they rode on the same unibody platform with nothing more than new sheet metal. The 1960 models didn’t sell well, and the 1961s even less with their… more»

Solid Arizona Truck: 1975 Chevrolet C10 Scottsdale

Anyone up for a road trip to Appleton, Wisconsin? That’s where this solid Arizona 1975 Chevy C10 pickup currently calls home, and any Squarebody with more iron than iron oxide in its makeup is surely worth a look, especially… more»

Early Delivery: 1931 Chevrolet Panel Truck

Chevy’s “Independence” series of cars and trucks was launched in 1931, as the Great Depression quenched economies around the world. Sales were down, but the major car makers persevered, upgrading technologies and designs. The Independence introduced rubber engine mounts,… more»

Gentlemen’s Pickup: 1972 Ford Ranchero GT

The Ranchero was Ford’s pickup version of the Chevrolet El Camino. For most of their joint lives, they were mid-sized offerings, and their roots lie with 2-door station wagons (in the beginning). This 1972 edition of the Ranchero is… more»

18K-Mile “Mint” 1996 Dodge Neon Highline

Both Dodge and Plymouth offered their version of the Neon, which was basically the same car. I can’t think of another time when two separate car companies offered the same car with the same name at the same time,… more»

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