6,749 Original Miles: 1986 Zimmer Quicksilver

“Neoclassical” models describes much of what Zimmer’s U.S. lineup consisted of, and while creativity was through the roof, driving dynamics were largely an afterthought. Believe it or not, there is a Pontiac Fiero hiding underneath that swoopy exterior, and… more»

Pistachio Paint: 1958 Mercedes-Benz 219

This hard-to-ignore pistashio green Mercedes-Benz 219 sports what looks like original paint in a very memorable shade along with a beautifully trimmed interior. It’s been for sale off and on for a few years now, and it’s hard to… more»

Untouched Automatic: 1980 Mazda RX7

Consider me conflicted: this 1980 Mazda RX7 is in time-warp condition, looking quite near to what it did when it left the factory floor. The paint is shiny, the black trim lustrous and the original body lines of Mazda’s… more»

Smokey and the Bandit III: 1982 Pontiac Trans Am

Everyone knows Smokey and the Bandit is the best car movie ever.  This is an indisputable fact.  Unfortunately, two sequels were made.  While Smokey and the Bandit II wasn’t too bad, Smokey and the Bandit III was pretty awful. … more»

46,819 Mile Garage Find: 1976 Chevrolet Nova

Being a detail person I like the little detail of having a Chevy Bowtie logo on the front market lights of this 1976 Chevrolet Nova. This one-owner car can be found on Craigslist, or here on the CL archive,… more»

No Reserve Old School: 1976 Chevy G10

Van culture is one of my new favorite things, as I’ve begun exploring different Facebook groups since getting my 1981 Toyota HiAce project. This crowd seems to know how to have a good time, with BBQs and camping regularly… more»

1-Owner LX 5.0: 1990 Ford Mustang

Clean Fox Body Mustangs are not easy to find despite their relatively robust production figures. Cheap upgrades, low resale values and plentiful stock all make them prime candidates for abuse. That’s why this one-owner LX 5.0 is such a… more»

No Reserve Motorhome: 1985 Toyota Rader

This is pretty cool: a 1985 Toyota Rader, a Class C motorhome that has been with just two families since new. The current owners bought it in 1987 off of the original caretakers and it’s safe to say they’ve… more»

One Repaint: 1969 Ford Mustang GT350 Hertz

Rent-A-Racers remain one of the greatest marketing ploys ever conceived, a practice I wish would come back. Race on Sunday, return on Monday could be a matra for these special rental cars, as many of them saw track duty… more»

Preserved Icon: 1948 Indian Chief

The 1948 Indian Chief motorcycle is an icon among vintage machinery, synonymous with the vast empire of American-made bikes that existed following WWII. The Indian factory was located in Springfield, Mass., and with even Harley-Davidson struggling to stay afloat… more»

Passed Inspection In 1978: 1963 Oldsmobile Starfire

Said to have been put into storage 39 years ago, this 1963 Pontiac Starfire was recently pulled from its slumber and given what sounds like a thorough once-over to get it back on the road.  Said to be ready… more»

Like A Rocket: 1950 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight

After World War Two ended, GM’s designers and engineers must have been anxious to get back to designing and building cars.  This 1950 Oldsmobile 88’s bold styling and powerful engine exemplify this enthusiasm.  The 1950 Eighty-Eight is often described… more»

BF EXCLUSIVE: 1984 Ford Escort Wagon

Believe it or not, the Ford Escort was Ford’s first American-made front-wheel drive car. This 1984 Ford Escort diesel wagon has been stored for 20 years so it’ll need to be pulled out and checked over before the next… more»

Charming Survivor: 1976 Chevrolet Chevette

I happen to agree with the seller when they mention that this is a “charming survivor of America’s oil crisis days”. This 1976 Chevrolet Chevette is listed on eBay with a single bid of $1,699 and there is no reserve. It’s… more»

One-Family Owned: 1978 Datsun 620

Car or truck, big or small – we like ’em all here at Barn Finds. This one happens to be a small truck which I personally have a soft spot for these days. This is a 1978 Datsun 620… more»

Movie Maven: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500

Sometimes having a car be in a movie can add a lot to its value and sometimes it may not make a huge difference. This 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 is listed on eBay with bids of just over $3,000… more»

Barn Finds