Whenever a car with a bad or missing engine is featured here on Barn Finds, the conversation inevitably turns to LS swapability. Normally it’s a bad idea but we may have found a car where the swap could make… more»
About Jesse Mortensen
Hunting for unique cars is a thrill for me! It's part of what made me passionate about starting this blog Barn Finds!
Growing up, combing the local classifieds looking for old cars, was one of my favorite things to do! Unique cars interested me and I'd dream of buying them and fixing them up. My Dad and brother shared this same excitement of driving around the back streets of our little Wyoming town in search of BARN FINDS!
While we never found any Bugatti's stashed away, it was always a thrill to go look. When we'd catch glimpses of muscle cars or some other classic it never got old.
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HELP WANTED: Write For Barn Finds!
Have you always dreamed of becoming an automotive journalist? Here’s your chance! We are looking for a few people to add to our team of talented writers. All you need to have is an automotive obsession and the ability… more»
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Trailer Find: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1
Mach 1 Mustangs are hot right now. Are they hot enough to make this rust bucket a viable project though? The seller has owned the car since the eighties and there are some noteworthy options. They have finally decided… more»
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1956 Mercury Monterey Barn Find
Some barn finds are more exciting than others. Everyone would love to find a Hemi-powered muscle car in a barn, but what about this humble 1956 Mercury Monterey? The thick layer of dust caught my attention but the V8… more»
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Cheap T/A: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am
If you’ve ever kicked yourself for not buying a Trans Am when they were dirt cheap, this could be your second chance. The seller of this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am project is only asking $3,500 here on eBay. It… more»
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Junkyard Find: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396 4-Speed
This Chevelle has a sweet look to it, in photos at least, and it was ordered with all the right hardware: the SS package, 396 V8, 4-speed, Positraction, power steering, A/C, bucket seats, and a center console. Sounds about… more»
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N-Code Former Racer: 1971 Dodge Challenger 383
This dusty Challenger is claimed to be a former race car that was ordered with some nice goodies, including orange paint, houndstooth upholstery, air conditioning, R/T-style stripes, and an N-code 383 V8. There aren’t many photos in the listing,… more»
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1970 Porsche 908/03 Spyder Replica
Instead of creating another 356 Speedster clone, the builder of this replica focused on one of Porsche’s wildest competition cars – the 908/03. The real thing was developed for races such as the Targa Florio and Nurburgring, where its… more»
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Lowrider Potential? 1964 Chevrolet Impala
Go to any lowrider car show and you’ll soon realize that the 1964 Chevrolet Impala is the most popular model of vehicle to low ride. It’s big and boxy and looks great lowered. Add some hydraulics and nothing looks… more»
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Pace Car Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z11
The ’69 Camaro is highly desirable for many reasons. It was the final year of first-gen Camaro production, there were a ton of engine options, and it featured one year only body styling. Chevrolet added new fenders, doors, and… more»
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1965 Ford Mustang Convertible Barn Find
For many barn find hunters, a dusty pony car sitting in a barn is about as good as it gets. This one is even better because it’s a convertible! It’s obviously going to need some work, but maybe if… more»
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Well-Optioned Survivor: 1971 Chevrolet El Camino
Elkys don’t typically get me going but this ’71 has a few options that caught my attention. I’ve always thought an El Camino could make an affordable muscle car alternative if it had the right hardware. This particular one… more»
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Worn By Steve McQueen: 1969 Heuer Monaco
Did you know that watches and cars have a lot in common? Both are tools that can also have style and history. We normally stick to cars but every once in a while we will feature a watch. And… more»
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No Reserve 1985 Buick Grand National
A Buick Grand National has been on my bucket list for a while, but I’ve yet to find the right one. Typically, they come in two forms: low-mileage survivors or total wrecks. I’d like to find something in the… more»
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Sebring Winner: 1952 Crosley Super Sport
Some people believe that the Corvette was America’s first post-war sports car, but the title actually belongs to a lesser-known and very small machine. The Crosley Hot Shot predated the Corvette by a few years and, believe it or… more»
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BF Auction: 1965 Ford Mustang
UPDATE – The seller has added a walk-around and start-up video below! This 1965 Ford Mustang is powered by Ford’s dependable 200ci inline 6-cylinder engine paired with a 3-speed manual transmission. It’s the kind of early Mustang many buyers… more»
