What in the name of sharp cheddar is this thing? Most of you have seen the CitiCar and the follow-up version, the Comuta-Car, many times here. They’re always interesting to check out, at least for me. The mid-1970s was… more»
Sep 1, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Not A Jeep: 1970 Roof Palomino Lawn Mower
This machine is a head-scratcher as there weren’t many produced in any of the models that Roof Manufacturing Company out of Pontiac, Illinois made sometime between the 1967 to 1970ish period. Some sources say fewer than 300 of this… more»
Aug 31, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
California/Texas Car: 1974 Mercury Comet 302 V8
1974 was the first year for the huge “safety” bumpers, thanks to U.S. regulations, and the front bumper on this 1974 Mercury Comet is really noticeable. Thanks, Captain Obvious. It is what it is, just like the weather, and… more»
Aug 31, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Swedish Survivor: 2001 Saab 9-3 SE Convertible
Summer is coming to an end for a lot of the U.S. and along with it, convertible season, at least for those who don’t mind driving with the top down when it’s cold. Still, fall and winter are when… more»
Aug 31, 2024 • For Sale • 53 Comments
Mom Bought New: 1980 Ford Pinto Pony
I wonder if there’s a YouTube detailing guru who would take on this 1980 Ford Pinto? I would love to see that because as you can see, it’s pretty far gone and is a project car by now, after… more»
Aug 31, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Solid Survivor: 1970 Jeepster Commando V6 4×4
Bare paint isn’t everyone’s cup of tea (as nobody says anymore), but it shows the originality of this 1970 Jeepster Commando to me and I really like original vehicles. The wheels aren’t original, of course. I just thought I’d… more»
Aug 31, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Pinto Project: 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon
A 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon for $2,500?! Yes, please, all day long. Sadly, this example needs a lot of work even though it looks great in a few of the many photos that the seller has provided. Kudos… more»
Aug 30, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
43K-Mile 1969 Dodge D200 Adventurer
Whenever I see a nice-looking vehicle like this 1969 Dodge D200 Adventurer pickup that looks almost perfect but has faded and dull paint, I can’t help thinking of how much fun it would be to shine up this Medium… more»
Aug 29, 2024 • Auctions • 4 Comments
BF Auction: 1977 Jeep Wagoneer
The term “Jeep Country” was advertised heavily in the era of this 1977 Jeep Wagoneer. It was meant to evoke the dream and lifestyle of owning a 4×4 vehicle that could go almost anywhere, from the beach, back in… more»
Aug 28, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Freeway Friendly? 1981 HMV Freeway
I hope we all know that this 1981 HMV (High Mileage Vehicles) Freeway is not, not, not made for freeway driving, don’t we? That always comes up for some reason when a little car is shown here. And yes,… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
304 V8 Four-Speed: 1973 International 1210 4×4
International’s Light-Line, or D-Series, pickups were quite a change from the previous rounded, 1950s-looking trucks, and this new design gave International stylists and engineers a chance to redo them to appeal to modern buyers. Cab air-conditioning was now integrated… more»
Aug 24, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Arizona Survivor: 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V
This beautiful cream-colored 1977 Lincoln Continental Mark V seems more suited for Florida or the Southwest United States than where it’s located in western Wisconsin, but it’s a transplant. The seller says it’s an Arizona car with just 76,000… more»
Aug 22, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1989 Subaru XT6 AWD
With just under 100,000 made in a single generation, the Subaru XT was known as the Vortex in New Zealand (home of our own Adam Clarke) and Australia, and the Alcyon in Japan. It was reportedly the slipperiest car… more»
Aug 22, 2024 • Auctions • 34 Comments
BF Auction: 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Convertible
UPDATE – The seller has added photos of the back seat. You can find them in the gallery below. “Show car” and “1st place trophy-winner” is how the seller describes this 1965 Chevrolet Corvair Custom Convertible. I would throw… more»
Aug 20, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Only Year In The US: 1982 Honda MB5
We have only seen one of these very unusual motorcycles here on Barn Finds in the past. They don’t come up for sale too often and are rare in the U.S. since they were only offered one year here:… more»
Aug 20, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
BF Auction: 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer EXT LT 4×4
UPDATE – The seller had an emergency just come up and has to put a pause on the auction. Hopefully, they will be able to restart the auction! The midsized SUV market has taken off, and not surprisingly, General… more»
