Pickled and Parked: 1959 Triumph TR3

In what can only be described as calendar fodder for barn find discoveries everywhere, this 1959 Triump TR3 is coated in dust and parked next to an equally-dusty stablemate somewhere in north central Iowa. It was parked there in… more»

BF EXCLUSIVE: 1967 Buick LeSabre

This handsome 1967 Buick LeSabre came in by way of Barn Finds reader John, who notes it belonged to his grandmother and was parked starting in 1994. It’s purported to be an honest survivor-grade car that ran well when it was… more»

Real 1938 Jaguar SS-100 Discovered In Shed!

We often bemoan the dwindling supply of significant barn find vehicles, but stories like the discovery of this 1938 Jaguar SS-100 remind us they are still out there. This particular car was unknown and perceived as lost by SS-100… more»

Hello, Old Friend: 1987 Shelby Charger Revisited

Writing about past posts is always an exercise in creativity, as we have to give the readers something in the way of an update about a previously posted car. In the case of this 1987 Shelby Charger that we… more»

Turbo 4-Speed: 1984 Pontiac Sunbird Convertible

While finding a Cavalier convertible isn’t too challenging (but getting harder), its corporate sibling the Sunbird is far more obscure and near impossible to find in Turbo form. This is a bit of a unicorn, if you fancy GM… more»

Matching 440 Included: 1973 Jensen Interceptor

The seller of this 1973 Jensen Interceptor in Florida wants you not to be dismayed by the above photo with an empty engine bay; the original matching 440 mill and transmission are both included. While the most desirable 440… more»

Parked and Forgotten: 1982 Datsun 280ZX

While I can understand having more money than brains is a common ailment in this country, it still blows my mind that people will park good cars and let them rot. This 1982 Datsun 280ZX may not have been… more»

Project Coupe + Parts Car: 1972 Volvo P1800

Volvo’s P1800 coupe remains one of those attainable classics that provides access to an enthusiastic community of owners and decent parts supply. This particular example is in need of an engine and general bodywork/rust repair, but becomes a more… more»

Matching Numbers Coupe: 1958 Porsche 356

While it seems like Porsche 356s are climbing out of the woodwork at every opportunity, the gentlemen at Unobtanium Inc. at least have a handle on what makes one of those projects a standout. This 1958 356 coupe has… more»

Roadside Assistance: 1942 Dodge Power Wagon

I’ve seen Maximum Overdrive and Duel; and although it’s a bit old hat by this point, I can absolutely say this truck belongs on any film set involving a remake of these horrible films. This 1942 Dodge Power Wagon is a… more»

Modified Survivor: 1958 VW Beetle

This 1958 VW Beetle is listed by the seller as a preserved California example, sporting the requisite amounts of patina that has become synonymous with the air-cooled rat rod crowd. Although this rough exterior seems too good to be… more»

Bulk Buy: 1973 Jaguar XJ6

This 1973 Jaguar XJ6 was originally purchased by the seller as part of a larger stash of similar vehicles. With two of the cars restored and one parted out, this Series II XJ6 was left in limbo, obstensibly too… more»

Granite State Tradition: Annual Boat & Auto Auction

In what has become somewhat of an annual tradition, a group of boating and car enthusiasts in New Hampshire host an annual auction with a surprisingly good assortment of classic automobiles for sale. There’s also a healthy selection of… more»

3,032 Miles From New: 1980 Triumph Spitfire

I recently came across perhaps one of the best Triumph Spitfires left in existence when flipping through the March edition of Thoroughbred and Classic Cars magazine (guilty pleasure – great content if you’re a reader). They have a monthly section that amounts… more»

LeMons Beaters! Pontiac Fiero VS Honda CRX

An eBay seller is clearing out what looks like a yard full of potential project cars, and while they’ll all need heaps of work, the path towards completion could be much shorter if they’re converted to track use. Among… more»

Turbo Pony Project: 1984 Ford Mustang GT

A rarely seen trim line born from the years of turbocharged Fox Bodies is this 1984 GT Turbo. While we know and love the SVO on these pages, along with the venerable 5.0L V8, the two-year-only GT Turbo is… more»

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