Driver Quality Cars

82k Original Miles: 1990 Dodge Dakota

When you examine the photos of this 1990 Dodge Dakota, it is hard to believe that you are looking at an original and unrestored pickup with thirty-one years under its belt. It presents superbly, and its overall condition is… more»

Rat Rod Ready! 1948 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup

We cover a lot of old pickups on Barn Finds, why just yesterday this ’56 Studebaker surfaced, and one of the overarching questions with an old truck is what to do with it. There are so many ways to… more»

350 V8 Power: 1978 Chevrolet Malibu

Two big changes would take place for the Chevrolet Chevelle in 1978. First, they would be downsized and lose up to 1,000 lbs. in weight yet be as roomy as before. And second, they would drop the Chevelle name… more»

428/4-Speed: 1969 Shelby Mustang GT 500 Convertible

This photo offers us a tantalizing glimpse at one of the most iconic cars to grace American roads during the 1960s. There’s no mistaking the fact that we’re looking at a Shelby Mustang, and in this case, it is… more»

Stored For A Decade: 1967 Ford Fairlane 500 Wagon

Anyone who ever doubted the popularity of classic station wagons needs only look at this 1967 Ford Fairlane 500. It looks tired, and the owner has only recently dragged it out of storage after a decade, but it has… more»

One Year Only: 1974 Datsun 260Z

For many years, Datsun’s Z-car range remained a sleeper within the classic car scene. It wasn’t that long ago that potential buyers could wander out with $10,000 in their pocket and drive home in a pretty tidy example. Today,… more»

56k Genuine Miles: 1995 Ford F-350 Dually

Buying a brand new tow vehicle today has a couple of drawbacks. The first is that they aren’t cheap, so the buyer needs to justify a substantial cash outlay. The second is that the depreciation of new vehicles can… more»

OHV Four: 1930 Ford Model A

It is no secret that Henry Ford loved his flathead four-cylinder engine. Once he had locked in the design for the motor that served so faithfully in his venerable Model T, he had little interest in any other configuration…. more»

1990 Chevrolet 454 SS Pickup With Only 161 Miles!

Speculating on the classic car market is no different from undertaking the same activity on the stock market. If you get it right, you look like a winner. Get it wrong, and you look like a heel. History books… more»

V8/4-Speed: 1969 AMC AMX

Being forced to part with a classic car or a project build due to failing health is a bitter pill to swallow, but that is the story behind this 1969 AMC AMX. The owner has completed the hard work… more»

Original 455: 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ

Having a classic car that presents superbly would never be classed as a bad thing. When the vehicle in question possesses the muscle to back those looks, the chances are that you’re onto a winner. That is the case… more»

Turbo Time Capsule: 1987 Buick Grand National

If someone handed me a big fist full of cash and told me that I could go out and buy any 1980s car that I wanted, you’re probably looking at the successful candidate right now. I openly admit a… more»

Drive It Home: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR7

The Mercury Cougar is a car that came perilously close to not existing. It seems that Mercury management could not initially convince Henry Ford II that the model would be financially viable when pitched against the Mustang. However, by… more»

Rare 1LE Package: 1994 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

In Camaro speak, the 1LE package is perhaps one of the more enthusiast-driven offerings that Chevrolet has offered on its predominant muscle car. I say that with the disclaimer that it wasn’t a pure horsepower boost; no, it had… more»

Gray Market Droptop: 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera

This 1986 Porsche 911 Carrera convertible is described as a gray market example by the selling dealer. The gray market status likely means it retains the European-market H4 lighting; less restrictive emissions; and possibly weight savings courtesy of not… more»

Rust-Free Survivor: 1971 Datsun 240Z

We’ve seen our share of Datsun 240Zs over the years here at Barn Finds, and many of these have exhibited the type of rust issues that mark them as significant restoration projects. This 1971 model is slightly different because… more»

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