I imagine one of the common complaints about a small car like the original VW Beetle could be lack of storage space, or not enough room for hauling home large items. Well, if you happen to know how to… more»
State of the State: Jeff’s Project Updates
A few of us here at Barn Finds realized that it seems like eons can pass before we provide an update on our project vehicles. So, here’s mine! First up, the 1981 Toyota Hiace: so far, the motor has been given… more»
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Junk Yard Find: 1981 Pontiac Trans Am
As most of you by now know, I’m a big proponent of the salvage industry. I get downright passionate about it when I find facilities that do a solid job of providing great customer service and being savvy enough… more»
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Straight Six And A Stick: 1979 Toyota Supra
It’s interesting to think that Toyota tried to preserve the lineage of its sporty models by calling the original Supra a “Celica-Supra,” despite the fact that the more expensive two-door was a significantly different car. With a smooth inline… more»
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Ziebart’d from New: 1978 Ford Granada ESS
A few days ago, we posted a low-mileage Ford Granada coupe that garnered quite a reaction. Some liked it, most didn’t, and almost all of our readers were in agreement that it was overpriced. Well, this 1978 Ford Granada… more»
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Trashed Turbo: 1989 Porsche 930
Among the cars you can buy today with some chance of a modest upside are turbocharged Porsches from the 1980s. The company’s iconic bruiser, the 930, has been enjoying a steady uptick in values perhaps driven by the salivating… more»
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Low Mileage Sweptline: 1963 Dodge D200
As the forebearer to today’s Dodge Ram, the Dodge D200 pickup was an innovative platform in its day, serving as a test-bed for features not often found in a truck. Fittingly, today’s Ram brand has endeavored to make the… more»
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42K Miles and a Stick: 1987 Mustang 5.0
Fox Body Mustangs are a dime a dozen, but your search can be made trickier if you demand a bone-stock survivor with the V8 and a 5-speed. Well, Barn Finds reader PS Photog spotted this low-mileage Mustang here on craigslist equipped just as… more»
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$750 Hot Rod: 1989 Ford Taurus SHO
The other day, I swore to myself I had enough projects. I was content; there was a solid combination of rarity and variety in my stash and I shouldn’t want for anything else. Then, I found a sweet Volvo… more»
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Only Original Once: 1977 Mustang Cobra II
There are some cars – and sellers – that just make you feel good about possibly buying from them. I don’t know if the owner of this very clean Mustang Cobra II is the world’s best seller or not,… more»
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Leaky Barn Victim: 1965 Riviera Gran Sport
The Buick Riviera remains one of the prettier cars to come out of Detroit, but they don’t often stay that way as the years wear on. This Riviera comes with the desirable Gran Sport package but has been stored… more»
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Jolly Green Project: 1972 AMC Javelin
If anyone watches the drama-injected TV show Fast ‘N Loud, then you’ll know the owner of the shop, Richard Rawlings, loves green cars. I wonder if he’s checking out this claimed-original Jolly Green AMC Javelin here on eBay. The seller seems… more»
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Jiffy Lube Serviced? 1979 Ferrari 400
The Ferrari 400 was not exactly one of the most loved exotics when it was introduced. The tide has turned, slightly, as the prices of other models have skyrocketed and enthusiasts look for any affordable point of entry for… more»
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Cheaper Without Tires: 1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass
When first reading this ad, it’s easy to think the listing is pretty straight-forward: a grandma-owned Oldsmobile Cutlass with 70,000 original miles and appearing to be in fine condition despite its midwest location. Then there’s this oddity: the seller… more»
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Just 9,000 Miles: 1980 Ford Granada
Over the holidays, I asked my Dad what he remembered liking about the Ford Granada he bought new. Most notably, he called out the period advertisements touting the car as an alternative to a Mercedes. He didn’t remember much… more»
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Moving to Florida: ’74 DeTomaso Pantera Project
Ah, yes – a sentiment I know well: the yearning to live in a warm weather climate, where snow rarely falls and you can drive your beloved project cars all day long. Except for the owner of this unfinished… more»
