It’s hard to ignore cars right in your neighborhood that represent a potential flipper project in the making. Interest remains strong in these old-school land yachts featuring the powerful LT1 engine and leftover 80s features like woodgrain paneling and… more»
Tubbs & Crockett Approved: 1984 Mercedes 500SEC
Can you imagine a more perfect place for this Koenig-modified, widebody-converted Mercedes-Benz 500SEC than Miami? I couldn’t believe it when I saw the location on eBay. This example is made even more unique by being a genuine gray market… more»
Engine Swap Candidate: 1969 BMW 2002
Despite being a massive project, this 1969 BMW 2002 is a desirable round taillight car equipped with factory air conditioning. And really, once you get past the part about it needing an engine dropped in, there’s not much here… more»
40 Years Stored: 1961 Mercedes 190SL
Someone may end up with an excellent restoration project depending on where the final bid falls on this 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190SL. Owned by the seller’s father for many years, it sat in the garage awaiting a restoration that never… more»
Milk Run Truck: 1941 Chevrolet Pickup
Supposedly, this 1941 Chevrolet pickup has been in an Iowa barn since 1966. Used for many years by one owner, it was passed on to his son who used the Chevy sparingly. The truck spent time making milk deliveries… more»
World Traveler: Overland Build 1970 VW Bus
While we respect the right for everyone to sell a car or truck of their choosing for any reason and at any time, I don’t think I could ever part with a vehicle with a history like this 1970… more»
Mid-Engine Targa: 1974 Porsche 914
While it’s not impossible to discover a genuine barn find, finding a long-hidden car that remains in exceptional condition with low miles and great colors is a tall order. That’s pretty much what the seller of this 1974 Porsche… more»
Floor Shift Conversion: 1972 Mercury Comet
Sometimes, the base model spec is a inherently charming option as a project car. It gives you a sense of just how spartan cars used to come, as this 1972 Mercury Comet will show you. It’s equipped with the… more»
26,000 Original Miles: 1980 Chevy Camaro Z28
Color matched wheels and contrasting stripes: two things I love about cars from the 1980s. Of course, if you’re checking out this 1980 Chevrolet Camaro Z28, you’ll also love the crazy low mileage and the Hurst dual-gate shifter. The… more»
BF Exclusive Update: 1974 Corvette L82 4-Speed
We recently posted that one of the two Corvettes from the Barn Finds Exclusive posting has found a new owner, with the 1989 model going home with a Barn Finds reader. We still have the arguably more collectible of… more»
Grandfather’s Project: 1971 AMC Javelin SST
As I hear more and more about individuals who take on a project only to see it remain unfinished decades later, I get nervous about my tendency to acquire vehicles needing a fair amount of work. It has to… more»
Fjord Blue Driver: 1959 Volkswagen Beetle
While the movement among VW faithful to give their cars the rat-rod treatment is hardly new, it’s hard for me to ignore a well-done air-cooled. This 1959 Volkswagen Beetle isn’t over the top in its use of patina to… more»
Worth Saving? 1988 Nissan 300ZX
Might someone get a Nissan 300ZX project with just one measly bid? There’s always a chance. This Z32-chassis 1988 300ZX has been relisted a few times now due to non-paying bidders. The seller isn’t asking much for the car,… more»
9,900 Original Miles: 1983 Plymouth Gran Fury
While you’d be forgiven for believing ever Plymouth Gran Fury was destroyed in any number of movies involving 1980s police car chases, there’s still at least one survivor left. This 1983 model is said to have just 9,949 miles… more»
Green Billboard Graphics: 1978 Ford Mustang Cobra II
When it comes to the often unloved Ford Mustang Cobra II, you have to look at the options to determine value. One of those options that can impact the final price is the color scheme of its loud, proud… more»
















