Project Cars

Rare Microtruck! 1959 Daihatsu Trimobile

Here’s one you may have never seen before. That’s because only a few dozen were supposedly ever exported from Japan to the U.S. – even with right-hand drive. This 1959 Daihatsu Trimobile is a tiny three-wheel pickup along the… more»

Ken Block’s 914 HP 1977 Ford F150 Hoonitruck!

The late Ken Block packed enough excitement into his petrol-marinated life to guarantee immortality on YouTube and wherever motorheads discuss crazy driving antics. Aside from its cab, this 1977 Ford F-150 Custom shares about as many parts with a… more»

RWD Project: 1969 International Travelette 1200D

The new-for-1969 D-Series light-duty trucks from International Harvester Company were crisp and clean, something this example doesn’t exactly exude in its current condition. You could do worse at a local Cars & Coffee event than showing up in this… more»

Turbocharged Drop-Top: 1989 Chrysler LeBaron

Built from 1987 to 1995, the third generation of the Chrysler LeBaron was a personal luxury car produced on a modified version of the K-Car platform (the J-body). It was only offered as a coupe or convertible. The styling… more»

Joe Bailon Custom: 1965 Chevrolet Impala

And now for something from the “What in the Sam Hill happened here” department, a heavily customized 1965 Chevrolet Impala. Before and after images are always helpful in following a car’s progression but in this case, it’s the reverse… more»

Goes But Doesn’t Stop: 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Yup, this one’s a project. The seller tells us that this 1969 Oldsmobile Cutlass two-door hardtop was barn-bound until last November. It starts and drives but does not stop—”zero brakes, zero,” he tells us. It’s looking rough around the… more»

Project or Parts? $2,500 1958 Chevrolet Biscayne

This 1958 Chevrolet Biscayne’s future is up in the air. It doesn’t make a positive first impression although, as we shall see, there could be more to this classic than meets the eye. Some will view it as an… more»

BF Auction: 1950 Pontiac Sedan Delivery Plus Parts Car

The sedan delivery is just what it sounds like: a delivery vehicle based on a standard sedan or, more accurately, a station wagon without side windows or room for passengers. Almost every manufacturer, including Pontiac, offered a sedan delivery… more»

Original 400: 1967 Pontiac GTO

We see our share of First Generation Pontiac GTOs at Barn Finds, with some showing more potential as project candidates than others. Returning this 1967 model to its former glory could be rewarding, and the fact that its engine… more»

Rare 1971 Ford Torino GT Convertible

Remember the 1961 to 1963 Ford Thunderbirds? They were nicknamed the “Bullet Birds” because of their shape. The 1970-71 Ford Torino’s had a similar aerodynamic look but didn’t sell as well as expected and Ford went back to a… more»

German Fire Truck: 1960 Unimog 404

The Unimog is undoubtedly one of the coolest rigs ever made, but it has limited uses. From the sheer size of it to the limited horsepower relative to a rig this large, I suspect many of these project ‘Mogs… more»

Patina Bug: 1963 Volkswagen Beetle

One of the more curious things to me about vintage cars is when you see them pop up in the most unlikely of places. This 1963 Volkswagen Beetle is offered for sale by a company that appears to specialize… more»

True Barn Find: 1988 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z Convertible

UPDATE 01/17/2025: It is always fascinating to gauge reader feedback on cars that we feature at Barn Finds. This 1988 Camaro IROC-Z Convertible is a perfect example. We originally saw this classic in November 2024, and some readers believed… more»

Celebrity Owned: 1968 Pontiac Le Mans Convertible

Sometimes cars owned by famous people add value to the sales price of automobiles. But that generally applies to the likes of Elvis Presley or Frank Sinatra. This 1968 Pontiac LeMans was purchased new by jazz musician Ray Pizzi,… more»

BF Exclusive: 1958 Continental Mark III Convertible

Sitting in this shed is a relatively rare classic that could be the ideal project for enthusiasts with luxury leanings. This 1958 Continental Mark III Convertible has spent its life in a dry location, allowing it to avoid the… more»

Close to the Finish: 1960 Chevrolet Corvette

For many, a vintage Corvette is a tale of love and sacrifice. Their long-burning desire to own an older Corvette is matched only by the sacrifices they make to acquire and restore the car of their dreams.  Once the… more»

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