When the Road Runner began flying off Plymouth dealer lots soon after its introduction in 1968, Dodge must have been envious, as it didn’t take long before they came up with a similar offering. The result was the Coronet-based… more»
25k Mile 4-Speed Survivor: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
With around 282,000 produced, the 1979 Chevrolet Camaro saw the highest number of units roll off the assembly line during the entire second generation, which was a long run, lasting all the way from the 1970 model until 1981. … more»
42k Mile Survivor: 1985 Ford Thunderbird 5.0
When the ninth-generation Ford Thunderbird was introduced in 1983, it was sort of a comeback for the model, as the downsized previous gen had suffered a significant drop in sales. The T-Bird received a fresh new look, which featured… more»
Guaranteed Head Turner! 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado Pickup
Here at Barn Finds, we see our fair share of oddballs, unusual customs, Restomods, and the like. However, I’m not sure we’ve ever run across an Oldsmobile Toronado that has undergone such a radical transformation. Actually, it was reader… more»
Cheap Cruising Wagon: 1979 Ford Pinto Project
The Ford Pinto is one of those cars that went through the school of hard knocks in its early days of production. However, despite some safety issues, it proved to be an economical offering to own and operate, with… more»
Estate Sale Find: 1973 Pontiac Trans Am Project
This 1973 Pontiac Trans Am is a bit mysterious, as it’s said to be from the estate of a collector car builder. There’s not a whole lot of specific information given, which is likely because the seller is unfamiliar… more»
430 V8 Powered: 1968 Buick Riviera
Learning how to properly paint a car is a valuable skill if you’re a classic auto enthusiast, and the seller of this 1968 Buick Riviera says he purchased it specifically for the reason of becoming proficient in this area. … more»
350 LT1 Upgrade: 1955 Chevrolet 210
We’ve featured several Tri-Five Chevrolet offerings on Barn Finds recently, with some in fine condition already and others needing varying amounts of TLC. This 1955 model is one of those that already seems like a fun cruiser, with the… more»
Pillarless Project: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
The Bel Air was the top-of-the-line trim level for the 1957 Chevrolet, with the Sport Coupe body style eliminating the pillar between the side glass when the windows were rolled down, adding even more great styling to an already… more»
No Shorty Here! 1978 Dodge B200 Tradesman 3-Door Maxivan
As many auto buyers shifted their focus towards economy and improved gas mileage in the late seventies, downsizing was gaining popularity in the industry during this time, with several models seeing a significant reduction in both size and weight… more»
73k Mile Tri-Five Sedan: 1957 Chevrolet 150
With the iconic status that the tri-five Chevrolet offerings have attained, not much introduction is necessary, other than perhaps pointing out that this one’s an entry-level 150 model. A couple of other choices were also available, including the upscale… more»
Slant 6 and Solid: 1972 Plymouth Duster
Although the Duster shared a chassis and other components with the Plymouth Valiant, its sporty styling proved a welcome addition to the brand’s lineup and a favorable entry for the compact market, which was becoming more popular when this… more»
V6 Transplant: 1977 Chevrolet Vega GT Wagon
When the Vega entered the marketplace as a fresh 1971 model, consumer demands were changing in the auto world, and the timing was excellent for the addition of an all-around economical offering to the Chevrolet lineup. More than 277,000… more»
Second-Generation Project: 1969 Dodge Charger
Surrounded by such yardmates as a VW Beetle, a Pontiac LeMans, a Cadillac Allante, and several other lawn-art autos sits this 1969 Dodge Charger, and although this one looks like it has probably been off the road for decades,… more»
















