’70s Custom Project: 1968 Dodge Charger

Metalflake paint was once a staple of the custom world. While some builders still favor its effect, others are drawn by the modern development of candy and pearl that offers an endless array of possibilities. It is unclear when… more»

Chick Magnet? 1968 Cadillac Eldorado

The seller states that this 1968 Cadillac Eldorado was a chick magnet when it used to cruise the streets of Hollywood. It undoubtedly had a presence that would turn heads, but the Caddy has spent a few years in… more»

Frenchman On The Cheap? 1985 Pontiac Parisienne

Are we speakin’ French? Nope, just sounds like it as today’s review of a 1985 Pontiac sounds like a French model with its Parisienne name – but it’s not. Built in either Oshawa, Ontario, or Kansas City, Kansas, this… more»

Parts or Restore? 1956 DeSoto Firedome

One year before all of Chrysler went “fins to the moon” in 1957, some ’56 models showed a glimpse of the future, including the 1956 Plymouth Fury and this 1956 DeSoto Firedome. Designer Virgil “Ex” Exner’s “Forward Look” ’57s… more»

FJ55 Project: 1971 Toyota Land Cruiser

Is there a time when a vehicle that was once incredibly sought-after ceases to be? It seems every year there’s turnover where projects that would have previously been lavished with untold amounts of hours and cash seem destined to… more»

No Reserve: 1973 Cadillac Eldorado Convertible

For many years, one of the greatest honors in the auto industry was to have a car chosen to be the Indianapolis 500 Pace Car, and in 1973, the Cadillac Eldorado Convertible earned that honor. No pace car replicas… more»

Clean Runner: 1987 Dodge Dakota Pickup

The death of the small, cheap, affordable pickup truck: much has been written and opined about this topic, and for good reason. We’ve seen the small truck market absolutely decimated over the last 20 years, and while some lighter-duty… more»

Ex-Camel Trophy: 1992 Land Rover Defender 110

The Land Rover Camel Trophy series is one of the more epic company-sponsored adventures you can think of, certainly nothing like your last corporate picnic. Testing man and machine in some of the harshest environments possible, Land Rover was… more»

1961 Imperial Crown Four-Door Hardtop Project

By 1955, Chrysler made the Imperial its own division, setting it up to compete with Cadillac and Lincoln and stripping the “Chrysler” badge from its flanks. But whereas Cadillac and Lincoln had their own dealerships, the Imperial was sold… more»

Nicest One Left? 1998 Oldsmobile Intrigue

To this day, I can still remember thinking the Oldsmobile Intrigue would have been a phenomenal first car as a 16-year old. It’s also a car that I associate with the best days of Oldsmobile, a time when it… more»

One Owner: 1975 International Harvester Scout II XLC

The International Harvester Scout was a popular vehicle in the 1970s. As the year progressed, the Scout improved and went from a spartan vehicle introduced in the early 1960’s to a more modern SUV with many convenience options. This… more»

31k Original Miles: 1987 Buick Grand National

Mileage claims, especially those that are extremely low, invariably ignite debate among Barn Finds readers. This trend is heightened if a seller doesn’t mention verifying evidence, and it will be fascinating to see whether that is the case with… more»

$100k Restoration: 1975 Pontiac Trans Am

Here is a marketing tip. If you are selling an expensive car, take pictures outside or hire a professional photographer. This 1975 Pontiac Trans Am is for sale here on Craigslist. It has been online for 5 days with… more»

Patriotic Bird: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is said to be a one owner car being sold by a dealer in Temecula, California. The car has traveled an estimated 122,000 miles and is said to be a true survivor. However, there… more»

Upgraded V8: 1973 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne Pickup

At first glance, this 1973 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne looks like a tired farm truck that has worked to earn a living. However, its slammed appearance and Rally wheels suggest there might be more to this classic than meets the… more»

Original 396: 1967 Chevrolet Caprice

Sometimes, it only takes a single attribute to separate a good project candidate from a great one. Take this 1967 Chevrolet Caprice as a prime example. It looks tired, requiring a complete restoration to recapture its former glory. The… more»

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