Anytime a vintage automobile comes across our desks here at Barn Finds with the words ALL ORIGINAL appearing in caps entirely, it usually gets my adrenaline flowing enough to drop everything and check it out immediately. The issue is… more»
Driver Quality Cars
All Original Cruiser: 1948 Buick Roadmaster
The Roadmaster was a Buick nameplate used on-again, off-again, dating back to the mid-thirties. The car took a short break after 1942 before reappearing in ’46 for a run that lasted just over a dozen years, then went on… more»
Movie History: 1962 Citroën 2CV
One thing I have learned while writing for Barn Finds is that cars with a movie history attract differing views. Some readers view it as a positive trait, while others consider it to add nothing to a car’s potential… more»
“Mint” Survivor: 1989 Volvo 240 DL
There was a time when I wouldn’t have given a Volvo a second glance. I viewed them as staid, conservative, and lacking excitement. My views changed once I drove a few, because I found them extremely comfortable and capable… more»
Surfer Vibe Shorty: 1974 Ford E-Series Van
Talk about the Jack of All Trades. What vehicle better epitomizes that phrase than Ford’s Econoline series? Launched in 1960 with cats-eye headlamps and a mid-engine configuration, the E-Series could do almost anything: haul your soccer team, help you… more»
350/4-Speed: 1968 Pontiac Firebird Convertible
Although I have always admitted a weakness for classic cars wearing the Blue Oval badge, I’ve always longed to park a First Generation Pontiac Firebird in my garage. I believe that Pontiac struck a sweet spot with the styling,… more»
Historical Icon: 1930 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Series III Super Sport Spider
Calling any Alfa-Romeo built with racing in mind “clunky” seems like sacrilege. Yet, Alfa’s early 1920s product was a tall, 3400 lb touring car called the RL – well-suited for the era’s rough roads but barely nimble. A factory-forced… more»
Rare 1-Owner, 2-Door, 9-Passenger Wagon: 1957 Plymouth Suburban
The rise of station wagon sales in the 1950’s can be attributed to the postwar baby boom and the growth of what we call suburbia. For model year 1957, Ford was the wagon king selling almost 320,000 units, followed… more»
Turnkey Tri-Level: 1968 Chevy C20 With Del Rey Sky Lounge Camper
When does a truck/camper combo hit the jackpot? When it’s a pristine 1968 Chevy C20 CST Golden Anniversary Edition, in the custody of its original owner for five decades, paired with an elusively rare Del Rey Sky Lounge tri-level… more»
426 Hemi/4-Speed: 1966 Plymouth Belvedere II
While 1966 didn’t bring anything particularly innovative to Plymouth’s intermediate-sized Belvedere in terms of styling compared to the previous year, it was indeed a very exciting period for performance, as that’s when the 426 Hemi first became available for… more»
Upgraded Engine: 1954 Nash Metropolitan Hardtop
Model year 1954 saw the introduction of the Nash Metropolitan, a true subcompact (its wheelbase was shorter than a VW Beetle) that was ahead of its time in some respects. It was unique as well, being the first car… more»
Rare Spanish Luxury: 1971 Dodge 3700 GT
A passing glance from the side would leave many folks thinking this is just another ordinary fourth-generation Dodge Dart sedan, one of those very popular compacts that transported many a family to and from their daily routines between 1967… more»
No Reserve K5: 1973 Chevrolet Blazer
Enthusiasts seeking an off-roader will likely find this 1973 Chevrolet K5 Blazer an ideal candidate. It presents extremely well, with no rust or other nasty surprises. The first owner teamed the range-topping 350ci V8 with a four-speed manual transmission… more»
383 Stroker: 1972 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne
Power and torque are essential for effortless load carrying. This 1972 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne would have been an effective tool for the task when new. However, the seller’s decision to bolt an upgraded 383ci stroker V8 under the hood… more»
22k Mile Collector Edition: 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
When Chevrolet drew the curtain on C3 Corvette production, it did so by releasing a limited edition version. Officially called the Collector Edition, its production wasn’t as limited as the company originally envisaged. However, these cars have found their… more»
Woodgrain Delete: 1995 Buick Roadmaster
The Buick Roadmaster is one of the greats. It is a name that is synonymous with American excellence, and to this day, we still perk up when a clean example of any generation comes up for sale. However, this… more»
















