There were many automotive success stories in the 1960s, but the Ford Mustang must top the list. Unlike the Chevy Impala, which hit one million units in 1965 alone, the Mustang was a brand-new car. And it strongly appealed… more»
Sweet Stepside: 1980 Chevrolet C-10 Silverado
Said to have had only two owners over the last 46 years, this 1980 Chevrolet C-10 Silverado Stepside has a great look, with graphics, a hint of fading, and some surface rust poking out here and there. I have… more»
Baby Blue Beauty: 1975 Pontiac Grand Prix
Personal luxury cars were a hot commodity in the mid-seventies, and Pontiac’s offering represented the genre ideally, providing just about everything most buyers in that market were hoping for. Even more specifically, this particular vehicle just screams general seventies… more»
1-of-58: 1967 Dodge Hemi Charger
Some classics are mild-mannered and restrained. However, others sit at the opposite end of the spectrum. They are potent beasts that could put the driver on a first-name basis with local law enforcement officials if they aren’t gentle with… more»
Vintage Pair: 1960 Chrysler and 1958 Aljo Camper
The appearance of this 1960 Chrysler sedan, paired with a vintage Aljo camper, gives us an opportunity to consider the waning days of Virgil Exner’s influence. While he didn’t leave the company until 1964, his emphasis on baroque fins… more»
51k Original Miles: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Although the 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 is undeniably a muscle car, the right paint shade can give these cars a classy air. Such is the case with this SS, and when you add spotless presentation to the equation,… more»
Spotless Shoebox: 1949 Ford Club Coupe Convertible
If you wish to hit the road in a classic that is guaranteed to turn heads, this 1949 Ford Club Coupe Convertible could be a strong contender. It isn’t an original survivor, but its presentation is first-rate. It is… more»
Original Paint: 1938 Ford De Luxe Tudor
Decisions, decisions. This 1938 Ford De Luxe Tudor wears its original paint and is a rock-solid survivor that runs and drives. It shows its age and would be a prime candidate for a sympathetic restoration. However, would that be… more»
Restored Gas Sipper: 1966 Ford Falcon Futura
The Falcon was Ford’s first compact car, launched on a unibody platform in 1960. It would go on to sell 2.6 million copies through an abbreviated 1970 model year. It spawned both the Mustang in 1964 and the Maverick… more»
1964 Mattel V-ROOOM! Hot-Rodder Engine
This is one of the few things shown here on Barn Finds where it wouldn’t make sense to say, “Drop an SBC/LS/Hayabusa in it!” Maybe, “Drop this engine on a Mattel bike!” This 1964 Mattel V-ROOOM! Hot-Rodder Engine is… more»
Luxurious Beauty: 1950 Lincoln Cosmopolitan Convertible
Compared to some of their other models, the Cosmopolitan was sort of a short-lived offering in the Lincoln lineup, lasting from only 1949 through 1954. It was the brand’s new flagship and available in several body styles, including a… more»
47K Miles: 1994 Ford Ranger 4×4 Splash
Said to have been sitting for a very long time, this 1994 Ford Ranger SuperCab 4×4 Splash looks like it was plucked right out of a Ranger Splash brochure. I always expected splashier graphics on the Splash than there… more»
Blazerossa? 1985 Chevrolet S-10 Blazer
Attempting to copy a design or an elegant look is often said to be a form of flattery, but it usually works best when the basic idea is executed from something that already bears a resemblance or similarity to… more»


















