Project Cars

Cheap Fishbowl On Wheels: 1977 AMC Pacer Wagon

Although appearing in the same color blue as the prop car from the movie “Wayne’s World”, this is actually a different model of pacer. With slightly longer proportions than a standard model, this Pacer Wagon is a tough sell with… more»

Can’t Beat Free? 1967 VW Astra GT

In the project car world, few words create as much justification for bad decisions than does the word “free.” It seems like we can rationalize any kind of project at that point, no matter the severity. Barn Finds reader Peter… more»

Another One Emerges: 1974 Pantera Project

Just a few weeks ago, we featured a Pantera on eBay that was clearly a long-time project put up for sale because the owner was retiring to Florida. Well, ironically enough, Barn Finds reader Patrick S. has spotted another project-grade Pantera here… more»

Funky Fuel Fiat Farmin’: 1972 Oliver 1365

If you were “born in a barn”, as your mom used to say when you left the door open, or if you just grew up on a farm, you know Oliver tractors. This 1972 Oliver 1365 Diesel is listed on… more»

Second to the Last: 1973 AMC Ambassador Wagon

Yo yo, wagons ho, here’s a 1973 AMC Ambassador Brougham Wagon. This yellow project is listed on eBay with a $2,500 Buy It Now price or make an offer. This hauler really hauls with a 401 V8 and it’s… more»

Cheap Rag Top: 1965 Corvair Convertible

I often find myself looking at projects that I could never take on, because of either a lack of space or lack of funding. When this car popped up here on craigslist, there was a small voice in my… more»

Missing Engine And Transmission: 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible

This 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 convertible was purchased for the (non original) 427 engine and transmission that had been installed and is now being sold off sans engine and transmission. The car was originally equipped with a 390 and… more»

45 Years, One Owner: 1970 Kenworth W925

When we think of high mileage vehicles, the magic number of 100K usually stands out in most people’s minds as the point at which a vehicle becomes “old.” Whether that’s right or wrong is not what I’m debating, but… more»

Supercharged? Daihatsu Hijet Jumbo Cab Pickup

I always enjoy reading the different opinions readers have of cars posted here, but I may have found something readers may actually agree on. (Could even Scotty or someone imbibing recreational pharmaceuticals love this truck?) It’s listed on eBay as… more»

Sometimes Mama’s Rule Has To Be Broken!

If you’re from the South, you may have heard of Mama’s rule: If you can’t say something nice about someone, don’t say anything at all. Well, I can’t hold my tongue back on this catastrophe of a 1931 Ford Model… more»

Fixed The Problems? 1976 Triumph TR7 V6

As frequent readers of Barn Finds know, I’m the resident Triumphphile around here. Having owned and enjoyed two TR7s and a TR8, I can tell you that they don’t deserve the horrible reputation they have, especially if one has… more»

Charred 1963 Corvette Convertible

There is truly nothing like cruising through the countryside on a warm spring day with the top down accompanied by the rumble of a 327. Many people daydream about spending a few hours taking corners at higher-than-normal speeds behind… more»

47,654 Miles And A Big Block: Stored 1973 Corvette

Ok, so here’s one I don’t completely understand. This 1973 Chevrolet Corvette features a big block V8 and supposedly has been off the road and in heated storage for the past 30 years. There’s a somewhat convoluted ownership history… more»

Barn Burro: 1971 El Burro Sand ‘N’ Sno Bike

This wacky minibike is a 1971 El Burro Sand ‘N’ Sno Bike and it’s on eBay with a Buy It Now price of $699 or make an offer. They are pretty rare, but as you can see there are a… more»

No Charge For Duct Tape! 1990 Yugo Cabrio

Here’s a garage find, an unused 1990 Yugo Cabrio, a rare version of this line of cars. This car is posted on Craigslist with an asking price of $1,150, that’s about 10% of what a similar but perfect, ultra-low-mileage Yugo… more»

Offset Oddball: 1965 Chevrolet Pipe Truck

Here’s a project for you creative types. I can imagine all sorts of vehicle-related uses for this super cool 1965 Chevrolet “Pipe Truck”. It’s listed on eBay with a Buy It Now price of $3,150 or make an offer…. more»

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