Project Cars

Camper To Be? 1974 Mercedes 608D Van

We’ve had several Mercedes vans on here recently, and they seem to interest folks, so here’s one that looks like it could have been a barn find. It’s a 608D located in Portland, Oregon and is up for sale… more»

No Options: 1958 Plymouth Plaza

Would you ever pay more for a car that doesn’t have any options than one that does? That may seem like a silly question, but the seller of this Plymouth Plaza presents it as being more desirable because it… more»

Jumped The Pond: 1955 Ford T-Bird

It’s amazing how many GIs stationed overseas brought back European sports cars, but what is even more interesting is how many big American cars made the trip over the pond. Most made their way back to the States, but… more»

Samba 21-Window: The New Woodie?

From Colin S – Tired of seeing these 1960’s VW 21-window vans? Every year for the past decade what is being pulled out of fields or streams just looks worse and worse as what remains now are slim pickings…. more»

40 Years Parked: 1960 Mercedes 190B

The allure of a true barn find (or garage find) is sometimes too difficult to overcome, even if the project that lies behind those barn doors is more trouble than it’s worth. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Joe for spotting this… more»

Rusty Coupe: 1926 Ford Model T

I’m not so sure that this Model T Coupe project will warm me up this winter, but it still could be fun! For a car covered in rust, it actually looks to be solid and the seller even went… more»

1967 Porsche 911 S: Soft Window Targa?

Why do current Porsche prices still surprise me? You’d think I’d be used to it by now. We all except the fact that other cars go for big money, but for whatever reason it is still hard for me… more»

Rough V12: 1948 Lincoln Continental

Thanks to Barn Finds reader Dave W. for spotting this rough project Lincoln Continental V12 here on eBay, which appears to need everything in order to return to the road. Fortunately, this seller has more than just this car for sale:… more»

When You’re In Europe And Want To Explore Barns…

So you want to go around Europe, or at least the UK, and see what barn finds you can turn up? Don’t like staying in those quaint little hotels? Here’s the answer–a classic camper that’s been off the road… more»

Dirt Cheap Pickup: 1969 Ford F-250 For $475

Super dirt cheap Ford pickup for $475, is located in Washington, Missouri, about an hour west of St. Louis. It appears here on Craigslist. The seller says it’s a 1969, but the grille looks like 1972 to me, but… more»

Going Commando: 1968 Plymouth GTX

I’ve been watching this Plymouth GTX for the past few days, as I’ve been sorely tempted to buy it. It’s only a 6 hour drive away from me, not a small jot by any means, but close enough to… more»

Grandfather’s Car: Reliant Scimitar GTE

This listing for a Reliant Scimitar GTE here on eBay in the UK shows a pretty dramatic before-and-after following the car being washed clean of its covering of mold and dust. The seller says it’s his grandfather’s old car and… more»

Replacement For Plymouths: 1960 Dodge Dart

The 1960 Dodge Dart Seneca was a product of some brand rearranging at Chrysler. Since Dodge dealers would no longer be able to sell Plymouths, they needed a smaller, less expensive car to complete their lineup. The Dart was… more»

Finish This Dormant Project: 1953 Chevrolet

This car looks like someone’s project that’s been on hold for perhaps 20 years! It’s a 1953 Chevrolet 210 that’s been fitted with Bel Air trim. It’s located in Sutton, West Virginia and is up for auction here on… more»

In The Homeland: 1962 MG Midget In The UK

Thanks go to fellow contributor Jeff L. for sending me this find to look over. It’s a 1962 MG Midget, based on the original Austin-Healey “Bugeye” or “Frogeye” Sprite, but with a more conventional body evocative of the just-introduced… more»

Covered In Poor Decisions: 1970 Corvette

I have to say, this seller hits the nail right on the head with their Corvette! It appears that over the years, its owners have made one poor decision after the other on what to do with it. I love… more»

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