Over the past few years, we’ve really gained an appreciation for the Porsche 914. For a long time, these cars were overlooked by Porsche purist, as they were viewed as being nothing more than a rebadged Volkswagen. There was… more»
Mar 5, 2020 • Auctions • 30 Comments
SECOND CHANCE: 1972 Plymouth Valiant Scamp
SOLD! UPDATE 3/5/2020 – The high bidder planned on giving this sweet Mopar to a family member, but their situation has changed and unfortunately, he is not able to purchase it. It really is a great looking machine, so… more»
Mar 5, 2020 • For Sale • 8 Comments
BF AUCTION: 89K Mile 1989 VW Cabriolet
When the VW Golf (Rabbit in the US) hit the market, it proved to be a surprising success. The front-wheel-drive configuration allowed for a compact package that was light, efficient and wildly fun to toss around. Leadership at VW… more»
Feb 21, 2020 • Auctions • 17 Comments
BF AUCTION: 1990 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL
UPDATE – After receiving a few questions about the year, Ernie double checked the car’s title and it turns out it’s a 1990! Sorry for the confusion. Reader Ernie M has tasked us with finding new homes for a… more»
Feb 12, 2020 • Sightings • 11 Comments
Junkyard Sighting: 1978 Dodge Shaggin’ Wagon
The ’70s brought about some really cool and interesting trends, especially in the automotive world. None are quite as unique or memorable as the Shaggin’ Wagon, although I’m sure there are a few Van owners out there that can’t… more»
Feb 11, 2020 • Sightings • 35 Comments
Junkyard Sighting: 1968 Dodge D100 Sweptline
There’s something therapeutic about going to a junkyard just to have a look around. So, we regularly visit our local pick and pull. For the most part, you don’t find anything over 30 years old, but or most recent… more»
Feb 8, 2020 • Stories • 33 Comments
Reader Find: 1968 Triumph Spitfire
We recently received a message from Reader Carrie B about the story of the barn find that her 17-year-old son just discovered. Obviously, we love a good barn find story. And boy, this one is a good one! While… more»
Feb 4, 2020 • Auctions • 19 Comments
BF AUCTION: 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Convertible
It seems like the Germans get all the attention when it comes to air-cooled cars these days, but they weren’t the only ones that experimented with ditching antifreeze. With Porsche 911 prices at an all-time high, it sure makes… more»
Jan 30, 2020 • Auctions • 15 Comments
BF AUCTION: C4 Corvettes Plus Parts Stash!
SOLD Last year reader Tina R spotted a local ad for a collection of C4 Corvette projects that the owner’s family just needed gone, so she rushed over to have a look. Well, Tina was struck by a case… more»
Jan 21, 2020 • Auctions • 17 Comments
BF AUCTION: 1965 Ford Fairlane 500 Sport Coupe
Reader Dan G has known this Ford Fairlane for a long time, as a matter of fact, his parents purchased it as a second car to use when they visited Florida to escape those harsh Alaskan winters. Upon their… more»
Jan 9, 2020 • Exclusives • 6 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1929 Plymouth Model U
In the seller’s words: “Selling a very nice, original 1929 Plymouth Model U, complete with suicide door, clean interior, original paint. The vehicle has been parked covered in a barn for the past 35 years and its time to… more»
Jan 9, 2020 • Exclusives • 13 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1946 Chevrolet 1.5 Ton Dually Dump
When Gary F found this Chevy truck on a farm in central Maine, he just had to have it. Given how solid the cab is and how complete the truck is overall he figured he would get around to… more»
Jan 9, 2020 • Exclusives • 18 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: Pair Of 1962 Oldsmobile Starfires!
Don’t worry, you aren’t suffering from double vision! There really are two Oldsmobile Starfires sitting here. Reader Jim R has two of these rare Oldsmobiles and they both need to go. He has realized he isn’t going to get… more»
Dec 27, 2019 • Exclusives • 18 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1998 Lotus Esprit V8 Project
We’ve seen and featured a ton of different types of project cars, ranging from classic trucks to hot rods, but this is the first Lotus Esprit V8 project that we’ve ever offered as a Barn Finds Exclusive! As a… more»
Dec 26, 2019 • Auctions • 76 Comments
BF AUCTION: 1958 Studebaker Scotsman Pickup
Now, this is a find you don’t come across often! In the late ’50s, Studebaker offered a wide range of vehicles, including a new, for ’58, low budget model known as the Scotsman. You most likely think of the… more»
Dec 26, 2019 • Exclusives • 12 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1962 Buick Skylark Coupe
For the past decade or so, this Buick Skylark has sat in a lean-to next to the barn. Reader Clay Q’s grandfather has decided it’s time to finally move it along, as his health hasn’t allowed him to get… more»
