From Reader Jonathan H – So it’s kind of a long story but here goes… I had a Corvette Coupe and I was cleaning the engine compartment one day when I found a metal ID tag on the radiator… more»
Barn Finds
1 of 83: 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible Formula S

Solid and virtually rust-free, this 1969 Barracuda Formula S is a car that has been sitting idle since the early 1980s. It has been removed from storage, and now the owner is looking for a new home for it…. more»
Shrinkwrapped! 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV

Shrink-wrapped for your protection? I’m not sure about that, but this 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is listed for sale here on eBay with bidding currently at just over $4,000 with any reserve having been met. The car is located in New… more»
Vintage Custom: 1955 Studebaker President

We certainly have some eagle-eyed readers here at Barn Finds, and both Ikey H and Mathew K spotted this interesting 1955 Studebaker President for us to look at, so a big thank you must go out to both of… more»
Petty Special: 1978 Plymouth Volare A43 Street Kit

This one has Petty patina all over it, hence the lower asking price than we usually see for a rare 1978 Plymouth Volare Petty Special. This unusual car can be found here on Craigslist in Maybee, Michigan. The seller… more»
The Butcher’s Hot Rod: 1938 Ford 1/2 Ton Pickup

Sadly, a lot of older cars for sale on the internet are the victims of well-intentioned butchers. Yes, I said butchers. Nothing about hot rodding a car is easy despite what you see on the TV and the internet. … more»
Sitting for 27 Years: 1955 Mercury Monterey

Having spent the past 27 years sitting out in the Arizona sun, this 1955 Mercury Monterey is looking slightly toasted. However, beneath that facade lies a really solid car just waiting to be restored. The Mercury is located in… more»
Anchors Away! 1973 Chrysler Imperial Sedan

With a generous 127 inch wheelbase similar to full-sized vans, the 1969 to 1973 Chrysler Imperial represented the corporation’s top of the line, a luxurious and capable sedan fit for an Emperor. This 1973 Chrysler Imperial in Denver, Colorado… more»
Original Paint: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro

This 1969 Camaro wears its original paint, but it has undergone a few mechanical upgrades. The majority of these changes could be reversed without any real drama, or you could leave the car as it is and just enjoy… more»
Sitting for 6 Years: 1967 Chevrolet El Camino

This 1967 Chevrolet El Camino is a car that appears to have sparked a certain amount of interest since it has been offered for sale. After bidding initially opened at $2,000, the price has already shot up to $5,113…. more»
Ready To Drive Barn Find: 1938 Ford

Fresh from the barn and just the way I like to find them, this 1938 Ford is a solid running machine with a whole lot of character. After some maintenance and a few new parts, this Ford is a… more»
Engine Work Needed: 1976 Peugeot 504

AutoWeek quoted a Peugeot 504 sales brochure by saying that they had, “Italian style, a French soul and international muscle.” As a lover of all things unusual, especially vehicles, I think that this 1976 Peugeot 504 wagon would be… more»
Original 1971 Porsche 911

This barn find gem, in Irish Green, is a 1971 Porsche 911 T that is being sold for $52,000 with the ability to make an offer. What are you getting for that price? Well, for starters, the car has… more»
Barn Find Stude: 1967 Avanti II

As has been reported on these pages many times, the Avanti went through a variety of ownership and design changes after Studebaker pulled the plug. This example is a 1967 model, otherwise known as an Avanti II, and is… more»
Stored Since Early-60s: 1947 Plymouth Special Deluxe

With World War II just barely in the rearview mirror, U.S. automakers were having a tough time coming up with fresh designs, not to mention the raw materials, for a car-starved population. This 1947 Plymouth P-15 Special Deluxe is… more»
Running And Driving 1954 Chevrolet Bel Air 210

This car reminds me of the good old days of car collecting. When it was common to get a good car at a good price. Granted, at $7,503 with many days to go and no reserve, this could become… more»

