The Chevrolet Camaro closed out its first generation in style. Built from 1967 to 1969, the ’69 Camaros were the best-selling trio but had help due to a 15-month production cycle (Gen 2 Camaros were delayed in getting ready)…. more»
Barn Finds
V8 “Ute” Project: 1964 Ford Ranchero
After three years as a full-size pickup, the Ford Ranchero was a compact “Ute” (utility vehicle) from 1960 to 1965. During that period, it was based on the successful Falcon, one of many cars that the Falcon would spawn… more»
Jan 10, 2025 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Parked in ’55! 1932 Ford Roadster
This epic find came to light about ten years ago, a 1932 Ford roadster last registered in 1955! Now the former magazine-featured “deuce” can become the next life-sized Matchbox car in your personal hot rod museum. The practically untouched… more»
Jan 10, 2025 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Fresh Out Of The Barn: 1972 International Travelall 1010
I’ve been on an International Travelall kick since I last visited the National Auto & Truck Museum in Auburn, Indiana; for those of you who have never visited, NATMUS has a solid collection of Internationals and International memorabilia, including… more»
Jan 9, 2025 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rare Breed! 1937 Hillman “Minx Magnificent” Drophead Coupe
Quiz time: Hillman started as: a) a sewing machine company; b) a bicycle company; or c) a car company. Actually all of these are partially correct, with the three forms of machinery tied together by the same man, William… more»
Jan 9, 2025 • For Sale • 42 Comments
It’s 1965! Aurora Model Motoring Slot Car Set
In the 1960s, Aurora Plastics sold a boatload of model kits as part of their toy and hobby product lines. I had a few of them and wish I still did now. That included a series of model slot… more»
Jan 9, 2025 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Rare LS6 Barn Find: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454
Throughout the second half of the 1960s, the Chevelle SS 396 was one of the hottest muscle cars in the mix. In 1970, the automobile got even bolder with the introduction of the 454 cubic inch V8 (hence, those… more»
Jan 8, 2025 • For Sale Our Projects • 12 Comments
One I’d Like To Have Back: 1967 Triumph 2000 Estate
Even long-time Barn Finds readers might be surprised to learn my heart skipped at least three beats when this unusual British station wagon hit the market last week. More about why later, but the important thing is that this… more»
Jan 8, 2025 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Over 100 Years Old: Two 1923 Willys-Overland Touring Cars
At one time, Willys-Overland Motor Company was the second largest automobile producer behind Ford. Headed by John Willys, the company found itself in hard times during the Depression of 1920-1921. What saved it was hiring a new executive on… more»
Jan 7, 2025 • For Sale • 31 Comments
1966 Ford Galaxie 500 Chicago Police Car Tribute
A Ford Galaxie 500 four-door hardtop is a little fancy for a police car, but I bet in the history of law enforcement, a few have slipped through the paperwork cracks. This 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 is a tribute… more»
Jan 7, 2025 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Cheap Project? Fiat 1200 Spider
Generally, when I own a car, I have a pretty good idea of what it is, but that’s not always the case, even with classics. The owner of this Fiat in Fishers, Indiana, put it up on Facebook Marketplace as a… more»
Jan 7, 2025 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Rare 1954 Messerschmitt KR175 Project
Yes, indeed, as the owner says, these German-made Messerschmitt KR175 Kabinenroller microcars are indeed very rare–only 15,000 were built. But it’s the later 200 model (1955 to 1964) that’s a more valuable example of the breed, and the cream… more»
Jan 6, 2025 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Unfinished Business: 1975 Chevrolet Camaro
If you were around in 1975, you may remember that was the year that catalytic converters were added to all new cars. That required unleaded gasoline to become more plentiful and our neighborhood station added a third pump to… more»
Jan 6, 2025 • For Sale • 46 Comments
Jackpot! Trunk Full of Vintage Car Magazines
Do you remember as a youth when you’d ride your bicycle down to your neighborhood drug store to get the latest issue of your favorite car magazine? I sure do, and I had several favorites (before that, it was… more»
Jan 6, 2025 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rare Threads: 1973 AMC Pierre Cardin Javelin AMX
The AMX started out as a stand-alone, two-seater offering in the AMC lineup when it was introduced as a 1968 model, but by 1971 had become a more high-performance version of the second-generation Javelin. For those desiring some over-the-top… more»
Jan 6, 2025 • For Sale • 9 Comments
30-Year Garage Find: 1966 Ford Mustang
The first iteration of the Ford Mustang (1964 to 1966) had some of the highest production numbers ever for an American car. Nearly 1.3 million copies of the little “pony” were built across 30 months, meaning the assembly line… more»
