Californian Kit Car: 1970 Invader GT

The motoring world is littered with companies who were keen to earn a living by producing kit cars based on the ubiquitous Volkswagen Beetle, and a Californian company called Autokit Industries was just one such organization. The company’s owner… more»

1-of-122: 1994 Jaguar XJ12

While the XJ40-Series of the Jaguar XJ was in production from 1986 until 1994, the XJ81 version, which encompassed both the XJ12 and the Daimler Double-Six only saw production for a 12-month period from early 1993 until early 1994…. more»

Clean Example: 1972 Datsun 240Z

Today it can be a real challenge to find a nice Datsun 240Z that looks like it is going to sell at a reasonable price, as their values have continued to climb for more than a decade. Barn Finder… more»

One Elderly Owner: 1994 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon

If you can’t be lucky enough to find a classic car hidden away in a barn or shed, maybe the next best thing is to find one that has only had one careful, elderly owner. That’s what this 1994… more»

9k Mile Roadster: 1993 Mazda Miata LE

If you’re in the market for a first-generation Miata, this is the one to get! It’s a Limited Edition model so it came with all the goodies and, according to the seller, it has only covered 9,000 miles! If… more»

Turbo Coupe Survivor: 16K Mile Ford Thunderbird

One of the cars that is outside my normal sweet spots of old, German, and good handing or old, Japanese, and utilitarian is the Ford Mustang SVO or Thunderbird Turbo Coupe. I’m not sure why, but I love turbocharged… more»

Rare Italian Beauty: 1952 Bandini 750 Sport Siluro

When an individual embarks upon the process of forming a car company and makes the decision to assign its products a three-digit chassis number, then the chances are pretty good that they have no intention of attempting to usurp… more»

Prestige Pickup: 1981 Cadillac Eldorado “El Camino”

Undertaking a custom conversion that sees a family sedan or coupe transformed into a pickup is not unusual. However, seeing such a conversion performed on a Cadillac is less common. Barn Finder Roger spotted this incredible custom for us,… more»

19k Genuine Miles: 1987 Buick Grand National

In the time that I’ve been writing for Barn Finds, I’ve seen a few cars that have caused a stir when they’ve been listed for sale. This 1987 Buick Grand National looks like it holds a pretty handy lead… more»

Original Paint’ina: 1973 Ford F-100 Ranger

Original and rust-free – or in the words of the seller of this 1973 Ford F-100 Ranger, rot free – is what a lot of people are looking for when it comes to old vehicles and especially old pickups…. more»

World’s Nicest Bronco? 1996 Ford Bronco XLT

It’s not unusual for vehicles from the 1990s to be starting to show their age as time and mileage begin to take their toll. However, there are exceptions to this general rule, and this 1996 Ford Bronco XLT is… more»

Trophy Potential: 1987 Dodge Charger

I’m ashamed to admit this, but original stickers and graphics kits really do make an otherwise mundane car way more appealing to me (just take a look at my junkyard find Isuzu Trooper project, acquired in large part because… more»

34,335 Miles: 1996 Chevy Corvette

I keep telling myself now is the time to buy a Corvette of this vintage, as they’ve been far too cheap for too many years. Offering respectable performance in an attractive wrapper, the later C4 cars were dramatic improvements… more»

1-Of-133: 1964 Corvette Convertible L76 327

If you’re a C2 Corvette fan, you need to check this one out! It’s an unrestored 1964 convertible with 365 horsepower engine, air conditioning, and two-tone interior, and it’s available for sale right now here on craigslist in Mount… more»

38k Documented Miles: 1961 Ford F100 Pickup

What a neat truck: just 38,000 original miles with the kind of wear and tear that only comes with years of gentle use. The truck comes from Montana, which has clearly helped to keep the body in excellent condition… more»

Gold Keys Included: 1993 Cadillac Allante

In my younger days, any hard cover book touting the exotic cars of the late 80s and early 90s would always include an Allante. Even if book publishers knew the Cadillac flagship was far from an exotic, it was… more»