You might expect an organization with the word “boat” in its name might to be focused on – well, boats. But given boat owners share the same affliction as hobby car owners (they might even be nuttier than us),… more»
Project Cars
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Twin Stick Hardtop: 1963 Rambler American 440
I know the feeling, sometimes something happens with, or to, a vehicle and an owner just plain loses interest in it. It sounds like that’s what happened with this 1963 Rambler American 440 hardtop – the driver’s door got dented… more»
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Coming Out Of The Barn! 1947 Oldsmobile Coupe
A true barn find, this 1947 Oldsmobile coupe was taken off the road around 40 years ago, stripped to bare metal and some lead body work was done (raise your hand if you’re old enough to remember that type!),… more»
EXCLUSIVE: 1960 Ford Thunderbird Project
It’s always a bummer when you find the perfect project, get started on it and then have something happen that keeps you from finishing. Reader Bill C found this 1960 Thunderbird, started restoring it, but due to an injury can’t… more»
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Just Add Drive Train: 1970 Ford Boss 302 Mustang
I’m afraid your fears that we’re an engine and transmission short are true. However, a lot of this 1970 Boss 302 that has been in storage for 30 years is pretty good–I’d sure like to see someone put it back… more»
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Unusual British Barn Find: Jowett Javelin
Brought to our attention by reader Dik S., this Jowett Javelin barn find located in Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom is listed for sale here on eBay UK. This is a fascinating little oddity of a car with some very… more»
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Rusty Driver: 1979 International Scout II
This rugged project/driver is a 1979 International Harvester Scout II. It looks pretty good upon first glance but there will be some work to do here, lots of work, structural work on rust issues underneath. The rust that you… more»
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Land Barge Rescue: 1988 Lincoln Town Car
Although once quite common, Lincoln Town Cars are not spotted with the frequency they once were. Blame it on the fact that if consumers want a large vehicle, they now buy a Lincoln MKZ to get their land barge… more»
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Drag Racing Champ: 1932 Ford Coupe
When it comes to motorsports history, the early days of drag racing are perhaps some of the most significant. With little to go on other than sheer ingenuity and rudimentary mechanics, exceedingly simple cars were built to go impressively… more»
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Dodging Electrons: 1980 Dodge/Jet Electrica 007
This one is recognizable as a Dodge Omni 024 or a Plymouth Horizon TC3, but it’s actually a 1980 Jet Electrica 007! Dang, that’s a cool name, at least until most people find out that it’s a battery-powered conversion… more»
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454 And A 4-Speed: 1974 Corvette
Before you start writing that email telling me I’m wrong on the year, yes, this is a 1974 car, it’s just wearing a lot of 1982 parts. It does have a numbers-matching 454 V8 and a four-speed manual transmission, something you… more»
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Woman Power: 1950s Fairbanks-Morse Mower
A riding mower?! Come on, guys, you’re losing your focus! Ahh.. it felt good to get that out of the way.. This one may seem weird, but Barn Finds isn’t always about dusty, hidden muscle cars. No where in… more»
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Dueling Campers: Chalet & Casa Grande
Take off your shoes, get up on the porch, and grab your banjo, these dueling campers are a 1976 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet and a 1977 GMC Jimmy Casa Grande. The Blazer Chalet is on eBay in Olive Hill, Kentucky with… more»
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Same Owner Since 1960: 1959 Austin Healey 3000
A quick glance around eBay confirms values are still strong for Austin Healeys, which makes this honest survivor immensely appealing with a $20K asking price. The early Healey 3000 is listed here on EstateSales.net as part of a property wind-down that… more»
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Basement Find: 1978 Porsche 911 SC Targa
Back when I was a teenager and late ’70s Porsche 911s were still somewhat affordable, I dreamt of buying a low model Targa or coupe and building it up to Turbo specs (well at least to look like one)…. more»
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Not A Cobra! 1959 AC Ace-Bristol
Gleaming in bare aluminum, this 1959 AC Ace with the storied Bristol inline six engine has already topped $200,000 in its auction listing here on eBay. It’s originally from California but is now located in Salem, Oregon. A largely… more»
