If you’re hunting for a true hot rod project with roots in early land speed racing, this rare and unfinished belly tank racer unearthed in Central Oregon could be the perfect starting point. Offered on Facebook Marketplace, this project… more»
Barn Finds
33-Year Barn Find: 1976 Oldsmobile 442

Oldsmobile’s entry into the 1960s mid-size muscle car market race was the 442 (aka 4-4-2). This acronym is usually considered to stand for “4-barrel carburetor, 4-speed manual transmission, and 2-exhausts”. By the mid-1970s, the car was more about image… more»
Barn Find Big Body: 1971 Cadillac Eldorado

Here’s a blue-on-blue bruiser that’s been napping for the last quarter-century. Listed as a barn find with just over 78,000 miles, this 1971 Cadillac Eldorado has emerged from long-term storage and is now looking for a new home. With… more»
Including Tri-Power GTO: Potpourri of Pontiacs

The Pontiac GTO is widely credited for starting the mid-1960s mid-size muscle car movement. And sales of nearly 100,000 units in 1966 alone helped seal that reputation. The seller has a ’66 matching numbers Tri-Power GTO along with two… more»
Bench Seat Project: 1967 Ford Mustang

The 1967-68 Ford Mustang was notable for at least two reasons: the hot pony car received its first styling refresh, and the engine compartment could now accommodate big block power. Aside from the addition of side marker lights, it… more»
Carport Time Capsule: 1965 Ford Mustang with 37k Miles

It’s being billed as a “barn find,” but this 1965 Ford Mustang has actually spent the last 20 to 25 years tucked away under a carport. That may not sound quite as rustic, but the result is the same:… more»
Modern Barn Find: 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn With Just 9k Miles

Here’s something you don’t stumble across every day—a genuine “barn find” from the modern luxury era. This 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Dawn has just 9,000 original miles on the odometer and is being offered with the magic words: “make offer… more»
Under Wraps For Nine Years: 1973 Plymouth Scamp

The Scamp arrived in 1971 as a 2-door hardtop version of the Plymouth Valiant compact. Beneath the badging, it was a Dart Swinger that Dodge had enjoyed success with from 1969. The seller’s 1973 edition carries common equipment and… more»
Garage Find: 1948 Willys Jeepster Convertible

Here’s something you don’t see every day—a 1948 Willys Jeepster, tucked away for years and now up for grabs. This two-door convertible is listed on Facebook Marketplace and reportedly shows 78,000 miles on the odometer, though the seller notes… more»
For Parts: 1961 Buick Invicta

What’s missing off the 1961 Buicks? (Hint: it wasn’t the ventiports.) GM’s redesign of its premium brand subtracted two features: one was a Buick hallmark, and the other was a contemporary fad employed by many makers. The first loss… more»
Amazing Barn Find: 1976 Chevrolet Vega Estate

This is an incredible transformation! It’s hard to believe this dusty barn find Vega turned out to look like this with some elbow grease. This 1976 Chevrolet Vega Estate Wagon sat in a barn for 36 years and is… more»
Pair of Drop-Tops: 1965 and 1966 Ford Mustangs

Ford built nearly 175,000 convertibles in its successful initial run from 1964 to 1966. Because of their large production numbers, these cars aren’t terribly rare today. But they don’t often turn up in pairs like this duo near Palmdale,… more»
Drop-Top Convert Project: 1967 Chevrolet Nova

The second generation of the Chevrolet Chevy II/Nova arrived in 1966. With a squarer look, it was less successful than the first-gen cars of 1962-65 (the best was yet to come in 1968-72). Focus was largely on sedans and… more»
Desert Find Roller: 1958 Chevrolet Yeoman

Not only were Chevrolet’s cars all-new in 1958, but the naming logic was overhauled, too. Instead of the 150, 210, and Bel Air, your choices became Delray, Biscayne, Bel Air, and Impala. That applied to station wagons, too, now… more»
1 of 2,215: Rare 1955 Willys Bermuda

Willys Motors is remembered most for its success in producing the Jeep for both military and commercial consumption. But they were in the automobile business for a time, too, including the compact Bermuda, which was the end of the… more»
No Reserve 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe V8

I haven’t owned or worked on a “Shoebox” Ford, but I do have a literary connection with them. When I was a kid, the local bookstore in my local mall (two things that aren’t really things for the most… more»