Freshly-Rebuilt 390 V8: 1966 Ford F-100 Custom

A 390 V8? Fourth-generation Ford F-Series pickup fans may know that a 352 V8 was the biggest engine available in this era for this truck, but the seller says this one is powered by a freshly rebuilt (.030 over)… more»

Failed Engine: 1968 Ford Mustang GT Fastback

This 1968 Mustang GT Fastback presents superbly, making a positive first impression. Sadly, everything is not as it seems. Something inside its sweet little V8 decided it would no longer play ball, and the seller suggests it requires a… more»

427/4-Speed: Stunning 1969 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Don’t be fooled by the photo because this 1969 Corvette Convertible is a pretty special car. It has been a labor of love by the seller to transform a tired classic into a vehicle that will draw crowds and… more»

Stored Since 1984: 1950 Buick Sedanet

Hold the phone! This car is advertised as a 1950 Buick Roadmaster Jetback Special on Craigslist in southwest Houston. It was “running when stored.” But that was back in 1984! Actually, this is a Jetback (also called a Sedanet)… more»

Sun Bug Edition: 1974 Volkswagen Beetle

The Sun Bug was a special edition of the venerable Volkswagen Type 1 (aka Beetle). It was offered from 1973 to 1975 as either a sedan with a metal sunroof or a typical convertible. All the photos online show… more»

Hideaway Rear Window! 1963 Mercury Monterrey Breezeway

If you wanted fresh air in your ride back in the day, you could have bought a convertible or a retractable hardtop. And maybe a car with T-Tops a little later on. Or there was the unique Breezeway, a… more»

1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z With 6,464 Original Miles!

I typically steer clear of terms like “time capsule” when describing any classic, but it is unavoidable with this 1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z. Its presentation is flawless, which is unsurprising since its odometer shows a genuine 6,464 miles. The… more»

One Family Owned: 1997 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra

Many enthusiasts consider a known ownership history crucial when purchasing a classic to park in their garage. This 1997 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra ticks that box because it has remained in the same family since Day One. It is… more»

32k Original Miles: 1990 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it’s a Super Coupe. Technically, since this 1990 Ford is a Thunderbird, it is also a bird. The Super Coupe was the badge’s high-performance offering, and this one is a… more»

21k Original Miles? 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado Convertible

The practice of transforming Sedans or Hardtops into Convertibles isn’t new, and everyone from ambitious amateurs to renowned coachbuilders has tried it. However, when a company famous for producing Presidential limousines performs the work, you can be sure the… more»

Small Survivor: 1978 Toyota Corolla Wagon

We’ve only seen two 1978 Toyota Corolla Wagons here on Barn Finds over the years, maybe because they’ve all rusted away by now or had some other issue. They made quite a few of them so that would be… more»

Forced Sale: 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ

Few things are sadder than being forced to sell a beloved classic due to circumstances beyond your control. That is the decision made by the owner of this 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix LJ. Declining health has prompted them to… more»

Rare Houndstooth Edition: 1970 Mercury Cougar

Special Editions are nothing new to the automotive world and, thanks to early coachbuilding practices, are almost as old as the car itself. Manufacturers typically delve into their Parts Bins for a selection of components and trim pieces to… more»

42k-Mile Survivor: 1979 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

One of the most popular cars of the 1970s was the Chevrolet Monte Carlo. It was Chevy’s entry into the personal luxury car market and would set a sales record in 1977 at more than 411,000 units. The machines… more»

36k Original Miles: 1966 Mercury Park Lane

Classics with a known history always attract attention, but their impact is heightened if they present well and fall into the affordable category. Those words perfectly describe this 1966 Mercury Park Lane. It is a two-owner survivor that is… more»

Original California Cadillac: 1964 Cadillac Coupe de Ville

Based on the comments in my earlier story about a 1948 Cadillac Series 61 coupe, many Barn Finds readers are fans of Cadillacs from the division’s glory days.  So, to keep our luxury car-loving fan base happy, here is… more»

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