Driver Quality Cars

5-Speed Upgrade: 1970 MG MGB

Regular readers will be aware of my affection for classic British sports cars, such as this 1970 MGB. They aren’t fast, with almost anything on a modern showroom floor capable of showing this British gem a clean set of… more»

440 Six-Pack: 1971 Dodge Charger R/T Tribute

The problem with some classics is that originality and desirability often mean that values are beyond the reach of mere mortals like us. That is where a well-executed tribute can fill the void. This 1971 Dodge Charger rides to… more»

Welcome Upgrades: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop

I’ve always believed that high-end drivers offer enthusiasts a potentially more satisfying ownership experience than pristine classics. I am not belittling perfection, but cars like this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air can be driven without the thought that one errant… more»

Lots Of New Parts: 1966 Chevrolet Nova

This 1966 Chevy II is already running and driving, with lots of new parts said to have been installed.  I feel this one has good potential to bring it to a higher level, I’m just not sure which way… more»

1 of 1: 1986 Wilt Chamberlain Searcher 1

Whenever I jump into my Lotus Elise Series 1, I’m reminded that even at 6 feet tall, it’s already a struggle to get comfortable. When you’re 7 feet 1 inch tall and can’t fit comfortably in a Lamborghini Countach… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1999 Toyota 4Runner SR5

Sometimes, a vehicle becomes so integral to our lives that parting with it seems unthinkable. Such is the case with this 1999 Toyota 4Runner SR5. The current owner purchased this unmolested survivor off the showroom floor as his first… more»

Still Underappreciated: 1998 Ford Contour SVT

We likely all have a list of vehicles we would own if time, space, and money were limitless. Sometimes these vehicles represent pure excess – the exotics, the one-of-ones – and other times it’s the complete opposite end other… more»

Hot Wheels: 1967 Manta Mirage Can-Am Kit Car

I have a soft spot for kit cars, having spent countless hours as a kid in the UK poring over kit car magazines during long school holidays, dreaming about one day building my own GT40 replica. There’s something wonderfully… more»

50k Original Miles: 1960 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe

This 1960 Cadillac Series 62 Coupe is a gentle giant and a tidy classic. Its generous exterior dimensions mean that it will never fail to command attention, while the odometer reading of 50,000 original miles should allow it to… more»

Rare Paint and Trim: 1969 Buick GS 350

Rarity claims are not new to us at Barn Finds, with some easier to confirm than others. That brings us to this 1969 Buick GS 350. The seller claims that it is 1-of-70 produced with this paint and trim… more»

Survivor 1941 Cadillac Sedanette

The Bill Mitchell/Harley Earl team modernized most of GM’s designs starting in the late 1930s. The changes at Cadillac jettisoned old-fashioned running boards, incorporated headlamps into fenders, and relocated the spare into the car’s interior. In 1941, Cadillac introduced… more»

440-Powered: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

If originality isn’t a key consideration and you long to park a genuine muscle car in your garage, this 1969 Plymouth Road Runner could be the classic of your dreams. There is little to criticize about its presentation, and… more»

Original Paint, Restored Undercarriage: 1951 Ford Custom Club Coupe

It’s refreshing when a restorer puts the money where it counts, as too many “restored” cars amount to lipstick on a pig, if I may use a cliché. This 1951 Ford Custom, brought to us by Barn Finder T.J., is wearing… more»

273/4-Speed: 1964 Dodge Dart GT Convertible

Some enthusiasts find the prospect of a full-blown restoration overwhelming, but they can be receptive to a classic that requires only minor tinkering. That perfectly sums up this 1964 Dodge Dart GT Convertible. It presents nicely, features the range-topping… more»

29k Original Miles: 1987 Oldsmobile 442

There is nothing like purchasing a classic from an enthusiast who exclusively focuses on originality. Such is the case with this 1987 Oldsmobile 442. It is a stunning, unmolested survivor with no aftermarket additions or modifications. It is well-documented,… more»

Simply Stunning: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

I’m sure that most Barn Finds readers have a dream garage. That is to say, they have a classic or, if they are like me, a list of classics that they would park in their garage if space and… more»

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