The Volvo 240 sedan is perhaps one of the most recognized models of the 1980s, known for both its impressive reliability and its warm embrace of being shaped like a brick. Today, they remain affordable entry points to classic… more»
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Chevy V8 Swapped: 1964 Rambler Classic 770
The Classic was the journeyman Rambler model from 1961-66, replacing the former Rebel. The second generation of the Classic ran from 1963-64 and Motor Trend magazine was so impressed by the line that they gave it the “Car of… more»
Turn-Key! 1956 Chevrolet Nomad
I would be surprised if many of you reading this post have not considered having a classic car as a daily driver. Mental images of cruising around in a reliable, somewhat modernized classic are common in my household, and… more»
1986 Toyota “Custom Cab” Pickup
Although today we take for granted that extended cab and four-door pickup trucks are the norms, there was a time when it was far harder to find extra space in a pickup truck at your local dealer. It was… more»
1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback Survivor
Hidden away in this garage is a 1966 Mustang GT Fastback 2+2, which might be a pretty decent find. Don’t think that we’re talking about a rust bucket here because it is a surprisingly solid old classic. It also… more»
Three-Wheeled Hauler: 1973 Reliant Regal Supervan
UPDATE 10/26/2020 – This 1973 Reliant Regal Supervan that we featured back in December of 2018 has reappeared on the market. Barn Finder Jim C spotted it for us, so thank you for that, Jim. The details on it… more»
Rusty Ranger: 1974 Ford Bronco
Hoping to compete with the likes of the Jeep CJ-5, Ford launched the Bronco in 1966 as an early player in what we now call the Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) market. The first generation would be a hugely successful… more»
Vortec 350 V8: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu
The second generation of the Chevelle was its most popular in terms of sales and performance. The SS 396 models of that era command big bucks today and are often the subject of tribute cars. This 1972 Malibu is… more»
Spotless 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau
This 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Landau is a stunning looking car. The owner claims that it is mostly original, and it does appear to be an amazing survivor. This is a car that managed to swim against the tide… more»
Sport Rally 5-Speed: 1981 Toyota Tercel SR5
When I started this gig for Barn Finds, I never thought that I would be covering the likes of a Toyota Tercel, not that there’s anything wrong with that…It’s just not the stock-in-trade that comprises a lot of what… more»
Original L76: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
This 1964 Corvette Convertible is a two-owner survivor that would benefit from a bit of TLC. It still has its original 327 under the hood, which means that there should be enough power under the right foot to keep… more»
The Original Mobile Phone: 1964 Volkswagen Beetle
Custom car props is an art form that has gone the way of giant inflatable gorillas and free sets of steak knives used to draw consumers into the corner used car lot. This custom Volkswagen Beetle phone car is… more»
60k Original Miles: 1975 AMC Pacer D/L
The AMC Pacer has its own dedicated band of enthusiasts, and there would be plenty of them that would like the look of this 1975 Pacer D/L. This is an original survivor that is in excellent condition. If you… more»
Slammed Survivor: 1963 Chevrolet Suburban
This 1963 Chevrolet Suburban has spent the majority of its life in California. As a result, it has managed to remain rust-free. It is a project vehicle that stalled early on and then saw service as a shop truck…. more»
Original Paint: 1973 International Scout II 4×4
This 1973 International Harvester Scout is described as a true survivor from Northern California that has clearly been cherished since new. The details are fantastic on this truck, like the original decals going down the sides and brand new… more»
’80s Lux-O-Barge: 1988 Lincoln Town Car
While you might chuckle at the seller’s assertion that the late 80s were the golden age of the American automotive industry, this 87,000 mile Lincoln Town Car is a seriously clean example of a luxury car from 32 years… more»
















