We’ve seen a few shorty conversions over the years here at Barn Finds, and owners have “taken the ax” to a wide variety of vehicles in a bid to create something unique. The results have varied enormously, with some… more»
42k Original Miles: 1953 Ford Sunliner Pace Car
When a vehicle manufacturer is given the honor of supplying the Official Pace Car for the Indianapolis 500, they are rightly proud. As a result, those companies will usually produce a limited-edition vehicle to celebrate this milestone. Ford was… more»
V8 Transplant: 1952 Jaguar XK120 OTS
It isn’t unusual to see a Jaguar XJ6 or an XJ12 with a Chevrolet V8 under the hood, and conversion kits for this transplant are readily available. Finding a classic like this 1952 XK120 OTS with such a transplant… more»
Drive and Restore? 1968 Ford Mustang Fastback
This 1968 Mustang runs and drives, while the owner suggests that returning it to a roadworthy state would not be difficult. That opens the opportunity for the buyer to clock up some miles while they tackle the restoration as… more»
Rust-Free Survivor: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am WS6
This 1978 Pontiac Trans Am has spent its life in the drier states of Texas and California. Therefore, it should be no surprise to learn that it has managed to avoid the ravages of rust. The paint shows some… more»
No Reserve: 1969 Dodge Super Bee
While owning a 100% original classic car is good, sometimes one that has undergone some changes will be an attractive proposition. That is what we find with this 1969 Dodge Super Bee because while its original engine might be… more»
Late Christmas Present: 1986 Honda Z50RD
While many men are loath to admit it, we all have an inner child that is begging to get out. That probably explains why I have no children, but I do have a large collection of Disney Pixar movies…. more»
No Reserve: 1965 Rover P6 2000
The Rover P6 was a model that showed remarkable longevity. Initially released in 1963, it soldiered on gallantly until 1977. This 1965 P6 2000 looks like an absolute beauty, and it now needs a new home. Its needs are… more»
Rust-Free 5-Window: 1948 Chevrolet 3100 Thriftmaster
Sometimes a classic vehicle will appear on my desk, and it has me scratching my head slightly. This 1948 Chevrolet 3100 Thriftmaster Pickup is a perfect example, and we’ll get to the head-scratching part shortly. The owner says that… more»
Original Paint: 1952 MG TD Roadster
There’s nothing that beats the feeling that you get when you locate a classic car that has spent years hidden away in a barn or a shed. That is the story behind this 1952 MG TD. The current owner… more»
100% Original? 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu SS Convertible
The owner of this 1964 Chevelle Malibu SS Convertible states that it is 100% original. It certainly presents well and would be ideal for the person seeking a classic car that they can enjoy immediately. I have to say… more»
23k Original Miles: 1963 Studebaker Avanti R1
At one time or another, most major vehicle manufacturers will introduce a “halo” model designed to entice buyers into their showrooms. For Studebaker, that car was the Avanti, but it wasn’t enough to save the company from financial collapse…. more»
396 Powered! 1969 Chevrolet Camaro SS
We see our share of 1st Generation Camaro project cars here at Barn Finds, and this 1969 SS is a vehicle that shows a lot of promise. Its rust issues appear to be relatively minor, and it also comes… more»
Like New 1997 Chevrolet 1500 W/T Pickup!
By the time they’ve got a couple of decades under their belts, the majority of pickups are starting to look more than a little frayed around the edges. That isn’t the case with this 1997 Chevrolet W/T 1500 Pickup…. more»
















