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Rare Two-Tone Turbo: 1985 Buick WH1

Most of us know the Buick Grand National, the all-black turbo screamer. Think of this 1985 Buick WH1 turbo as a Grand National without the Batman cape. This example is listed on eBay with no reserve and bids just… more»

Parked Since 1978: Rescued 1970 Chevelle SS454

After being parked in a barn since 1978, this 1970 Chevelle SS454 was in danger of being crushed as the barn was slowly collapsing. Thankfully, it was rescued in time and is now for sale here on eBay. Bidding has… more»

All Business: 1948 Dodge Business Coupe

Seventy years ago traveling salesmen didn’t have SUVs to haul their wares and samples around in, they used cars like this 1948 Dodge Business Coupe. This one is listed on eBay with bids of over $3,500 and there is… more»

Potential Bargain: 1951 Muntz Jet

If you were to try to pick a car that was worthy of an extensive restoration and would still be valuable enough to not be in over your head on restoration costs, here’s a 1951 Muntz Jet to consider…. more»

Regretful Abuse: 1985 Range Rover Two-Door

A few years ago, I would have told you to give away a Range Rover Classic if you had the misfortune of owning one; today, not so much. These 1980s icons are on the rise price-wise, and in Europe… more»

Soft Window Project: 1968 Porsche 912 Targa

Although the Targa models of the 911 lineup are sometimes considered less desirable compared to their hardtop counterparts, soft-window models will always be prized by collectors. Although this example will need everything, its soft-window orientation almost ensures it will… more»

Tubby: 1951 Nash AirFlyte Ambassador Custom

A lot of people refer to these cars as the bathtub Nash but I think that Nash hit it out of the ballpark with their quirky styling starting in 1949. This 1951 Nash AirFlyte Ambassador Custom is the last… more»

Bidder Backed Out: 1986 Dodge Shelby Charger

There are few things more frustrating than a bidder that wins an auction and never pays. Unfortunately, the seller of a low-mileage 1986 Dodge Shelby Charger is dealing with lightning striking twice and now is hoping the third time’s… more»

Triple Black Project: 1965 Oldsmobile 98 Convertible

If you’re anything like me, then you love large 1960s American convertibles. GM had a plentiful amount of convertible selections from the mid-late 1960s all of which would be an excellent choice for the most fun convertible activity: cruising…. more»

Amphibious Class: 1945 GMC DUKW

While I tend to get excited about any discovery involving an original VW Kubelwagen, other combat vehicle historians might look towards the amphibious GMC DUKW, which was designed for troop and supply transport in WWII and the Korean War…. more»

Stored Since 1988: 1964 Dodge A100

30 years is a long time, longer than a few hundred thousand Barn Finds readers have been alive, even. That’s how long this 1964 Dodge A100 Pickup has been off of the road; three decades. This truck can be… more»

Salt Flats Veteran: 1982 Ford Mustang

Former Bonneville Salt Flats race cars are an interesting breed of competition vehicle. They don’t necessarily have the provenance of a Porsche that raced LeMans, or an Alfa Romeo at Sebring. But they do have to feature some level… more»

Electric Sunroof Option: 1963 Porsche 356

An old message board thread on a Porsche 356 page indicated that the presence of a sunroof added anywhere from $5-$15K to the value of the car, especially if a COA accompanied it and proved the 356 in question… more»

Parked in ’73: 1964 Porsche 356 Convertible

Put on my life goals list the ability to daily drive a highly engaging driver’s car, then be able to shove it into the garage when I’m done with it, not needing to sell or trade it in to… more»

Could This Be The Greatest Barn Find Ever?

Our friend Tom Cotter has the enviable chore of walking into dilapidated barns and rural homesteads seeking out long-lost barn finds. Recently, his travels took him somewhere not far off the beaten path – still pretty much on the… more»

1:1 Scale Model: 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass

  I’ll bet a lot of you built 1:24 or 1:25 scale car model kits in your youth. Heck, some of you probably still do (I have some kits I work on when I’m on vacation). Just think of… more»