Ambulances, hearses, and other specialized coaches are produced by custom vehicle builders. And those builders rely on mainstream manufacturers like General Motors for chassis and body components. Such was the case with this 1959 Buick ambulance that was built… more»
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348 Tri-Power: 1958 Chevrolet Impala

Sitting in this workshop is a 1958 Impala that cuts a forlorn figure. Time has not been kind to this classic, and returning it to its former glory would be a significant undertaking. However, the powerhouse hiding in the… more»
Stored 50+ Years! 1932 Ford Five Window Coupe

Ford changed the world in 1932, offering a new V8 engine across its line-up of affordable vehicles. The V8 mostly powered luxury vehicles, but Henry Ford’s vision of advanced manufacturing led to the innovation of casting the block and… more»
1 of 554: 1970 Dodge Challenger RT

The Challenger was an all-new car in 1970, Dodge’s late entry into the “pony car” market. It shared an E-body platform developed by Chrysler to be shared with the Plymouth Barracuda. Convertibles would be rare in the Challenger line-up,… more»
Stored For 20 Years: 1970 Triumph TR6

If I were to pick a favorite within Triumph’s “TR” range, the honor would fall to the TR6. The sharper styling compared to its predecessors and the wide steel wheels with deep trim rings provide a sense of purpose… more»
Needs Rescuing: 1966 Pontiac GTO Convertible

There are few sights more depressing than seeing a classic muscle car left exposed to the elements. It is especially true when it is a Convertible version with no top to protect its interior and floors from all Mother… more»
18k Original Miles: 1974 Ford Gran Torino Elite

The original owner of this 1974 Ford Gran Torino Elite drove the car regularly before placing it in storage when it was less than two years old. It remained in hibernation until recently, when the seller revived it, returned… more»
Restore or Window Art? 1966 Piaggio APE

As World War II was ending, Piaggio began building scooters in Italy. They extended the product line in 1948 with the APE (pronounced ah-pay), which was a small utility vehicle that used a Vespa front end and engine. This… more»
Batmobile Pickup! 1959 Chevrolet El Camino

Over the years, Ford and Chevrolet have always tried to outdo one another, or at least keep up. One example is the “coupe utility” or “gentleman’s pickup.” Based on their 2-door station wagon, Ford rolled out the Ranchero pickup… more»
Desert Sun 40 Years! 1957 Ford Ranch Wagon

The Ranch Wagon was Ford’s cheapest station wagon. Offered between 1952 and 1974, it was usually a full-size wagon though it deviated for two years as a mid-size. As a 2-door wagon, it was a budget-minded companion to the… more»
Smyrna Green Coupe: 1962 Porsche 356

This 1962 Porsche 356 has a few different storylines to its credit, beyond just being a barn find specimen. For one, it’s a very pretty color that we don’t often see: Smyrna Green, which is an absolute treat for… more»
Drop Top Field Find: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

The 1955-57 Chevrolets are some of the most talked about in collector circles. They were popular when new (selling nearly five million copies) and are still in demand today. Fortunately, the rather large quantities built do make them more… more»
It’s Alive! 1923 Oldsmobile Sedan

Regarding this 1923 Oldsmobile Sedan, the seller states, “almost 100 years old“. Well, since the 2023 models are already out, I’d say this old gal has legitimately hit the century mark. Too bad Oldsmobile, itself, wasn’t as fortunate –… more»
Kiddie Kar Replica: 1972 Ford Mustang Convertible

Back in the good old days, auto dealers were out to impress whole families, not just the member with the credit report. Pedal car replicas were available as promotional items at least in the 1950s, and Autolite, a one-time… more»
1937 Desoto Treasure Trove: Three Cars Plus Parts

For fans of orphan makes, here on craigslist is a shop full of 1937 Desoto cars and parts, to be sold as a package only. The asking price is $33,333, but the seller is open to irresistible offers. Bring… more»
The Big Apple? 1947 Frazer Manhattan

As shortlived as Kaiser-Frazer (’47-’55) was, they produced some memorable cars and still manage to get quite a bit of coverage here on Barn Finds. Last month this 1947 Frazer Manhattan surfaced and today, we have another example, same… more»

