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Turbo Pioneer: 1962 Oldsmobile F-85 Jetfire

Today we accept turbocharged engines as an integral part of automotive technology, but in 1962, it seemed to be the stuff of science fiction. This perception was undoubtedly helped by automotive manufacturers adding some pretty impressive labels to the… more»

A Super Barn Find! 1950 Buick Super Riviera

You have probably heard the old tagline for what was once a commonly run TV ad that opined, “You’ve come a long way baby!” and that’s what I am thinking now after recently writing an article on a ’66… more»

Blue Plate Special: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro

I bet this bright red Camaro looked good on the dealer lot in 1979. Today, the paint is worn through but it looks to be a survivor of 40 years of fun. The car is a 1979 Chevrolet Camaro… more»

What A Sad Story! 1963 Alfa Romeo Spider

I could make the argument that classic car abuse of this type should be a crime! Perhaps the punishment could be reading through mountains of Craigslist ads for overpriced 15-year old “needs repaired” family sedans that have air conditioning… more»

1978 Chevrolet Corvette Indy Pace Car With 7 Miles!!!

We’ve seen some low-mileage examples of the 1978 Corvette Indy Pace Car Replica over the years here at Barn Finds, but this particular example is something a little bit extraordinary. With a genuine 7 miles showing on its odometer,… more»

EXCLUSIVE: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Twister!

From The Seller: This 1970 Mustang Mach 1 Twister Special is a rare car as there were only 96 manufactured. Of the 96 made, 48 have a 428 Super Cobra Jet engine and 48 have a 351 Cleveland engine…. more»

Fuel Pump Failed: 1986 Buick Grand National

As someone who routinely drags long dead cars out of their woodlands refuge, I’ve built up a steely resolve for hearing that the worst case scenario has come true. Sure, this car ran when it was parked ten years… more»

Quonset Hut Find! 1949 Dodge Pickup

You are looking at 30 years of dust! This 1949 Dodge pickup was parked in a Quonset hut on a farm in 1989 and was recently pulled from its resting spot and cleaned up. It can be found for… more»

Beyond Help? 1973 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

There can be no doubt that this 1973 Corvette Coupe is a car that has seen better days. Returning it to its former glory is possible, but it will take a dedicated new owner to achieve this. Its greatest… more»

Parked In ’91: 1969 Ford Mustang Survivor

The owner of this 1969 Mustang purchased it from the original owner in 1986. After using it for 5-years, it was parked in this shed in 1991. It appears to be a fairly solid and clean car and has… more»

Rare Swedish Classic: 1966 Saab Monte Carlo 850

When the curtain was finally drawn and Saab collapsed in a sea of debt and company mismanagement, it marked the end of the line for a manufacturer that had produced some of the most interesting and quirky vehicles that… more»

Worthwhile Project? 1968 Ford Fairlane 500 Fastback

Up for sale is a 1968 Ford Fairlane 500 Fastback that is like Goldilocks. It is not in the best shape, but it is also not in the worst shape. If you are interested in taking on this project… more»

Very Solid Project: 1962 Chevrolet Impala

There is no other way to put this, but some grandparents are way cooler than others. I mean, I could never imagine my own grandfather ever owning a car like this Impala Hardtop. The seller states that the Impala… more»

Parked In 1973: 1956 Imperial 4-Door Sedan

Back in 1973, this 1956 imperial 4-Door Sedan was parked in a garage, and that is where it has remained until now. It has emerged and shown itself to be a solid and complete car that is waiting for… more»

Parked For 40 Years: 1950 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

Spending the past 40-years hidden away in a barn really doesn’t seem to have done this 1950 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup any real harm. It is looking a bit rough around the edges, but it does appear as though it… more»

Oval Window Project: 1956 Volkswagen Beetle

What an interesting story this ’56 Bug must have to tell: the seller notes it sat behind a VW dealership for decades, being robbed of parts and generally falling into disrepair. It’s a shame because it’s an early Beetle… more»