428 Cobra Jet Ram Air: 1970 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible

When a classic is as desirable and potentially valuable as this 1970 Mercury Cougar XR7 Convertible, the seller should provide as much information as possible to entice buyers to look closer. That hasn’t been the case with this listing,… more»

Original Paint: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette

With the classic market favoring original and unmolested vehicles, it is little wonder that this 1965 Corvette Coupe has generated plenty of interest since hitting the market. It is as original as you are likely to find, and while… more»

Genuine Grand Tourer: 1984 Ferrari 400i

Some enthusiasts find the prospect of slipping behind the wheel of a Ferrari intimidating. Earlier models outfitted with carburetors can be cantankerous, while some manual transmissions can be less than smooth. However, this 1984 400i breaks those rules. Its… more»

Older Restoration: 1968 Plymouth Barracuda

It can sometimes be easy to tell when the restoration of a classic vehicle was completed to a high standard. If the work is only days or weeks old, there will always be a lingering doubt. However, if more… more»

Special Order: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454

The upcoming auction in Schaumburg, Illinois, has unearthed some of the most desirable classics ever to grace American roads. They range from sports cars to foreign exotics, with a healthy helping of fantastic muscle cars. I must thank Barn… more»

1-of-204: 1978 Pontiac Macho T/A

By my reckoning, I have written nearly 6,000 articles during my time at Barn Finds, but some cars stuck in my memory better than others. That is the case with this 1978 Pontiac Macho T/A. The moment I saw… more»

289/5-Speed: 1964 Studebaker Avanti R1

When an automobile manufacturer is on its financial knees, the sensible strategy would be to release an affordable model which would sell in significant numbers to boost revenue. However, Studebaker wasn’t your average company. The fact we’re talking about… more»

Stunning Drop-Top: 1959 Ford Fairlane 500 Galaxie Skyliner

Winter may be on our doorstep, but that doesn’t mean enthusiasts should ignore drop-top classics when choosing something to park in their garage. They may not gain immediate motoring enjoyment, but squirreling one away until the sun shows its… more»

21k Original Mile Survivor: 1966 Chevrolet Nova

It is fair to say that we have seen our share of Chevrolet Novas over more than a decade at Barn Finds. Most have been SS versions with a V8 under the hood, but this 1966 model blows in… more»

Rare Classic: 1962 Ford Thunderbird Sports Roadster

Ford introduced the Third Generation Thunderbird in 1961 and immediately found itself with a styling winner. The car looked lower and more elegant than its predecessors, and sales were all that Ford could have hoped. The company released a… more»

Stunning Driver: 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds 15th Anniversary

If you lived through The Malaise Era, I don’t need to tell you it was a pretty miserable automotive time. However, a few vehicles from that time shine like beacons, and the 1983 Oldsmobile Hurst/Olds was one of them…. more»

Too Far Gone? 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302

Decades of involvement in the classic scene have often left me pondering whether any car reaches a point of no return. When does an owner look at a project and decide that returning it to its former glory is… more»

Italian Stallion: 1994 Lamborghini Diablo VT

One of my favorite little facts about Lamborghini is that its current Chief Test Driver is a gentleman called Max Venturi. If you earn your living driving Italian supercars to the limit, I can’t think of a better name!… more»

One Owner Project: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe

The 1963 Split Window Coupe is one of the most recognizable versions of the C2 Corvette, and spotless examples command eye-watering prices in the current classic market. This one needs a lot of TLC to achieve that state, but… more»

401/4-Speed: 1970 AMC AMX

If you walked out of your house with a wallet full of cash in 1970, intent on driving home in an American two-seat high-performance vehicle, you faced two choices. One was Chevrolet’s C3 Corvette, while the other was the… more»

No Reserve: 1966 Pontiac Grand Prix

Finding a rust-free project car is nothing to sneeze at, especially when it is a classic like this 1966 Pontiac Grand Prix. It has spent its life in a dry climate that has preserved its steel. That means the… more»

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