Project Cars

Code 49 Alpine Green: 1975 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400

The Pontiac Formula has also been the stepsister to the Trans Am. Many consider it a gentleman’s muscle car because it is not as flashy as a Trans Am but it can be ordered with the same performance options… more»

Build It Your Way! 1970 Dodge Challenger

It’s easy to get discouraged initially when a seller calls his car ugly, and this 1970 Dodge Challenger certainly isn’t a sight for sore eyes in its present condition.  Once one digs a bit deeper, this E-Body may be… more»

Parts Car Included: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix Convertible

It’s going to take some time, effort, and devotion to get this 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix ready to be back on the road again, along with a sizeable bank account.  However, this one really needs to be saved, as… more»

Factory 365 HP 327/4-Speed: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette

One quick glance is all it takes to grasp that this 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has gotten some mods on the outside, which is all well and good if you’re into that sort of thing.  However, as far as originality… more»

Restored, Then Parked in 1997: 1951 MG TD

I am rarely surprised by the classic world, but this 1951 MG TD represents one of those moments. A previous owner undertook a total restoration of this classic in the 1990s, before parking it in 1997. The seller was… more»

Convertible Collaboration: 1989 Chrysler TC by Maserati

You know those lists of “worst cars ever made”? Deserving or not, the Chrysler TC by Maserati is a permanent resident on many. More Chrysler than Maserati, the car was the fruit of a relationship between Lee Iacocca and… more»

Running, Driving Project Car: 1962 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

A seller that presents consistently interesting projects on eBay is “Rawhide Youth Service Sales” in New London, Wisconsin, and they’ve posted another one in this 1962 Thunderbird Convertible that they describe as a “running, driving project car.” Make no… more»

67k Mile Luxury Sedan: 1969 Lincoln Continental

With its signature suicide doors, the sixties Lincoln Continental offers a distinct look that’s hard not to notice, or get confused with any other make or model.  Even more of a standout are those that feature the convertible top,… more»

Ragtop Roller: 1973 Mercury Cougar XR7

The Cougar debuted in 1967 as Mercury’s version of the “pony car”. It was positioned as an upscale companion to the popular Ford Mustang. With a styling update for 1971-73, the Cougar’s migration to a personal luxury car had… more»

Worth Fixing? 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu

35 years is a long time for a project to be sitting around in limbo, and that’s how long the seller of this 1965 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu has owned this one, with a decline in health making him realize… more»

1 of 649: 1965 Ford Falcon Sedan Delivery

Ford introduced the Falcon in 1960 as its first compact. As a 2-door station wagon was part of the mix along with the Ranchero pickup, the Falcon Sedan Delivery was an easy extension. Instead of side window glass, sheet… more»

No Reserve! 1969 Plymouth Road Runner

Crushed bumpers and weather-beaten paint introduce this Wylie, Texas muscle car to potential buyers. The VIN and fender tag describe a genuine RM21 Road Runner with the E63 high-performance 383 V8, and this one’s sold “as is” with no… more»

BF Auction: 1953 Studebaker Champion Starliner

Custom paint and a Chevrolet V8 set this 1953 Studebaker Champion Starliner apart from the crowd, and this Los Angeles, California classic seeks a new owner right here on Barn Finds Auctions. The seller describes upgrades, including a disc… more»

Donated Performance Sedan: 2005 Maserati Quattroporte

One of the fun things about writing for Barn Finds is having the opportunity to learn more about cars you’re not that familiar with, through both research and reader input, the latter of which is always welcomed and appreciated.  For… more»

Two-Owner Garage Find: 1985 Chevrolet Corvette

Is there room in your heart for a clean C4-era Chevrolet Corvette? It seems like these cars never fully go away or disappear from circulation despite being quite long in the tooth now. There’s no shortage of running, driving… more»

Coca-Cola Owned? 1960 Peugeot D4

Old delivery vans: why do we love them? In effect, this 1960 Peugeot D4 is a workhorse and a slow one at that, but its charm is undeniable. The cherry on top is the Coca-Cola livery, which is anyone’s… more»

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