At Barnfinds, we love to feature rare vehicles, although one could argue that, in comparison to many cars we’ve covered, the Cord 810 is not particularly rare. Production numbers might be considered low but amazingly, of the 3,000 Model… more»
May 10, 2019 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Rarely Reliable? 1971 Fiat 850 Sport Spider
I’m currently in the market for a new lawn mower and I’ve spent a lot of time on the internet researching various makes and models. Just when I think I’ve found the perfect machine, I start to read through… more»
May 9, 2019 • For Sale • 46 Comments
UPDATE: Million Dollar 1973 CJ5 Super Jeep!!!?
UPDATE – After featuring this Jeep, the owner decided to lower the price to a more reasonable $45,500. FROM 5/7/19 – Limited production, an unknown number of survivors, and a story about how it all came about that may… more»
May 2, 2019 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Built By The Greatest: 1949 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup
Post World War II pickup trucks are prominently featured here on Barn Finds. A good number of the trucks we’ve written about that still remain in original condition are located in the Upper Midwest, so it’s somewhat surprising to… more»
May 1, 2019 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Big Surprise! 1949 Ford F-1 Ice Cream Truck
I absolutely love Craigslist because it offers infinite surprises with every click of the mouse. Finding an ad on CL like this beautifully restored Good Humor ice cream truck happens every so often and when it does, it sets… more»
Apr 30, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Who’s Framing Who? 1939 Cadillac Sixty Special Sedan
Here on Barnfinds, we’ve featured a number of cars that have appeared in Hollywood movies. So when Barnfinds reader, Roger, tipped us off to this ’39 Cadillac, reported by its seller to have appeared in the Oscar-winning 1988 film Who Framed Roger Rabbit, I… more»
Apr 23, 2019 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Showroom Condition! 1989 Ford Escort LX
Many will argue against a Ford Escort being considered a collector car but for those of us that feel an inexplicable fondness for these would be Civic rivals, this classic commuter located in Puyallup, Washington checks all of the… more»
Apr 9, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Already A Classic? 1987 Toyota MR2
For the second consecutive year, Hagerty published its Bull Market List of cars that appear to be rapidly increasing in value, the next crop of potential collectibles, if you will. Included on the list is the first generation (1984-1989)… more»
Apr 5, 2019 • For Sale • 23 Comments
29 Years In The Barn: 1961 Volvo PV544
This PV544 was bought in 1989 for the seller’s then 13-year old son, driven for a week, then for unspecified reasons, parked in a barn. Available here on Craigslist for a firm $2,100, it’s located in West Winfield, New… more»
Apr 4, 2019 • For Sale • 36 Comments
Woodie Wagon: 1980 Chrysler Town And Country
Most of the “woodie” LeBarons featured here on Barnfinds of late have been of the K-car persuasion. But before the front wheel drive K-car platform was introduced in 1981, the then-struggling Chrysler Corporation offered the LeBaron as a rear wheel… more»
Mar 29, 2019 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Early Fire Chief’s Ride: 1913 Ford Model T Speedster
Located in Plympton, Massachusetts this 1913 Model T Speedster is a testament to the amazing evolution of the fire department chief’s car. Nowadays officers at public and even many volunteer fire departments are issued large SUVs or trucks for… more»
Mar 26, 2019 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Rare Dubs: 1980 Volkswagen Dasher
Known as the Passat (B1) in Europe, Volkswagen Dashers were sold here in the States from 1974-1981. This well-preserved example is located in Rancho Santa Margarita, California and is available for sale here on Craigslist at the asking price… more»
Mar 25, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rare 1987 Ford Mustang ASC/McLaren Convertible
With a total of just 1,806 cars customized between 1987-1990 (according to ascmclaren.com), no one would argue the rarity of the ASC/McLaren Mustang in regard to production numbers. In 1987, only 479 of these Mustangs were produced and 63… more»
Mar 21, 2019 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Typical Rust? 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302
The seller of what’s left of this 1970 Boss 302, available here on eBay mentions it’s been “sitting for decades” and has suffered “typical rust damage.” Question: what body parts are most prone to rust on a vintage Mustang? Answer:… more»
Mar 18, 2019 • For Sale • 14 Comments
DIY Pickup: 2001 Volkswagen Jetta Ute
“He took a perfectly good Jetta…and cut it to pieces.” That’s the opening to the three-part YouTube series titled DIY UTE that documents a 2001 VW being hacked apart with a Sawzall and transformed into a pickup. Yes, you read… more»
Mar 15, 2019 • For Sale • 5 Comments
God Bless John Wayne: 1975 Ford Bronco Half Cab
The marketing appeal of John Wayne cannot be understated and the seller of this ’75 Bronco Half Cab with only 67K original miles, available here on eBay, knows this. What do a Ford Bronco and John Wayne have in… more»
