The Dodge Dart was a popular compact car produced across two generations from 1963 to 1976. Collector interest today leans toward sporty or performance models like the Dart GTS and Swinger 340. But is there much of a market… more»
Barn Finds
Barn Find: 1948 Chrysler New Yorker Club Coupe

One day, we’ll wake up and all the postwar Chryslers will be gone; however, that day has not yet come. As of now, they seem to be coming at us from all corners of the United States; I know… more»
Starsky & Hutch Replica: 1976 Ford Gran Torino

Detective and police TV shows of the 1970s seemed to have a gimmick. A case in point is Starsky & Hutch, which ran on ABC from 1975 to 1979. Their gimmick was a glitzy 1976 Ford Gran Torino with… more»
Museum Cars and Projects Up For Auction!

A nice vacation day to me involves wandering aimlessly through a quiet museum, but a perfect vacation day involves wandering aimlessly through a car museum. There’s always more than meets the eye behind the scenes of any business, however,… more»
Original 400/4-Speed: 1973 Pontiac GTO

Rarity is often cited as ample justification for enthusiasts to undertake what could be a back-breaking restoration. However, at what point should we wave the white flag and declare that a classic is beyond salvation? That is the question… more»
Barn Find: 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass W-31

One of the most fascinating Oldsmobiles to roll off the line in Lansing was the Cutlass with the W-31 package and its 350 engine, a true all-around street sweeper. Car and Driver tested one in March 1969 and claimed that… more»
Original 454: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette

If this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette is an accurate guide, the supply of desirable classics waiting to emerge from barns and sheds has far from dried up. This survivor recently returned to active service after four decades in storage and… more»
Barn Find, One Owner! 1959 Jaguar Mk II 3.8

Sedan racing, anyone? Jaguar participated, and how. Privateers, oh yes, but also Stirling Moss, Graham Hill, John Surtees and many other luminaries of the track, rally courses and hills piloted these lithe cats to wins. Capable of 220 gross… more»
BF Auction: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda

The collector car hobby is sometimes misunderstood; many believe that to collect old cars requires a trust fund and a staff mechanic, but as we here at Barn Finds know, that is absolutely not the case. Some of the… more»
Garage Find Project: 1969 Dodge Charger SE

Dodge seemed to struggle in finding a market for its new Charger in 1966/67. After a decent mid-year launch in ’66, demand fell by half in ’67. But that all changed in 1968 when Chrysler redesigned all of their… more»
First One Built? 1976 Dodge Warlock 4X4

In the latter half of the 1970s, Dodge produced a series of pickup trucks in the “adult toys” category. Depending on the model, they were treated to cosmetic, performance, or a combination of both upgrades. Best remembered is the… more»
Chick Magnet? 1968 Cadillac Eldorado

The seller states that this 1968 Cadillac Eldorado was a chick magnet when it used to cruise the streets of Hollywood. It undoubtedly had a presence that would turn heads, but the Caddy has spent a few years in… more»
Can You Revive It? 1973 Citroen SM

In Houston, Texas on eBay with little time left is this 1973 Citroën SM, with a three-liter carbureted engine and automatic transmission. While the car is in fairly good order (especially the body) it’s a bit of a distress… more»
Supernatural Tribute Project: 1967 Chevrolet Impala

Who remembers the science-fiction TV series Supernatural? It ran from 2005 to 2020 on WB/CW and was about two brothers as they went on a search for ghosts, demons, and all sorts of other supernatural beings (hence the name… more»
Recently Revived: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am

This 1976 Pontiac Trans Am recently awoke from a twenty-five-year slumber and has been returned to a roadworthy state. It has a known history and is an almost totally original survivor. The one apparent change made during its life… more»
Field Find Roller: 1959 Chevrolet Impala

Chevrolet’s cars were all new in 1959, sporting “batwings” that made for a much sleeker product than the year before. And the Impala would lead the way as a series all its own. One of the biggest sellers was… more»

