There are few things sadder than when an enthusiast is forced to part with a beloved classic due to deteriorating health. That is the story behind this 1956 Chevrolet 210 Post. It is a wonderful and solid custom featuring… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1981 Dodge Colt Custom Twin Stick
UPDATE – The seller has added additional photos and lowered their asking price! If you’ve looked at new cars recently, it’s not uncommon for them to be advertised as having 7, 8, or even 9-speed transmissions. It might seem… more»
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BF Exclusive: Beautiful 1953 Pontiac Chieftain
When it comes to genuine barn finds, this 1953 Pontiac Chieftain is a real beauty. The seller purchased the car from the original family, and it has spent forty-five of its seventy-two years in dry storage. It has undergone… more»
Glamour Bird: 1968 Ford Thunderbird
For the most part, there are no refunds, no returns, and no trial periods in the world of classic cars, so if you buy something, it’s yours, even if it’s not quite what you thought you wanted. The seller… more»
BF Exclusive: 1951 Ford Custom Deluxe
I was on vacation with my lovely bride last week for a few days, and before we headed out for our day’s activities, I had the TV on in the background. Since I like old things, I found myself… more»
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Custom Cruiser: 1955 Kaiser Jeep CJ-5
This 1955 Kaiser Jeep CJ-5 is far from stock, having undergone a full frame-off restomod that transformed it into a rear-wheel-drive street cruiser. Now finished in bright orange and packing a Chevrolet 350 small-block V8 with a TH400 automatic… more»
Rare Survivor: 1967 Hino Contessa 1300 Michelotti Coupe
Here’s a true orphan brand story that ties directly to a fascinating piece of motorsport history. This 1967 Hino Contessa 1300 Coupe, designed by Giovanni Michelotti, is now here on Barn Finds Auctions. Showing 48,113 miles and wearing a… more»
BF Exclusive: 1963 Ford F-100 Custom Cab
In 1961, Ford released a new F-100 with an “integral cab and body.” Today, Ford fans call these trucks the “unibody,” but whatever they were called, they only stuck around for three model years. Since the cab and bed… more»
Unique Drop Top: 1953 Nash Rambler Custom Convertible
I grew up with a Kelvinator refrigerator in the kitchen, so I knew the name well and saw it several times a day. As a kid, I knew about Nash cars but never put the two together: Nash-Kelvinator. Their… more»
1938 Ford Deluxe Fordor 81A Survivor Is Ready To Drive!
If you’ve been looking for a prewar survivor with loads of personality and a name to match, this 1938 Ford Deluxe Fordor—affectionately called “Mabel”—might be your perfect match. Now available here on Barn Finds and located in Killingworth, Connecticut,… more»
Supercharged V8! 2001 Jaguar XKR Convertible
If you’ve been dreaming of a refined grand tourer that blends old-world luxury with modern muscle, this might be just the car you’ve been waiting for. Available here on Barn Finds Auctions and located in Guilford, Connecticut, this sleek… more»
BF Exclusive: 1980 Pontiac Firebird Formula
UPDATE – The seller has reduced their asking price! After a full ten years on the road and in the consciousness of sporty car buyers, the second-generation Firebird finally showed some signs of slowing down in 1980, as total… more»
BF Classified: 2010 Airstream 27FB Trailer
UPDATE – The seller has reduced their asking price! If you have a classic car, Jeep, or truck you’d consider trading for it, be sure to message the seller with your trade. There’s iconic and then there’s iconic. I… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1964 Ford Thunderbird Project
In 1964, Ford introduced what would become the last generation of unibody Thunderbirds until 1980, and the public responded by buying 92,465 of them, an increase of almost 30,000 units over the previous model year. Although it was based… more»
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BF Exclusive: 2002 BMW Z3 2.5 Roadster
We’ve really come to appreciate the BMW Z3 in recent years. They offer impressive performance, are easy to work on, comfortable, and are a blast to drive. Calling it a gentleman’s Miata is quite accurate. While they have proven… more»
Incredible Build: 1951 Ford Custom
Once or twice a month, I play bar trivia with my trivia pals, but I have never seen one category that would be a guaranteed hit (with me): identifying the non-stock parts on a custom car. Automotive customization is… more»
