We’ve seen some head-scratchers in the Can It Be Saved series here on Barn Finds, and this 1989 Dodge Daytona Shelby Z is one of the head-scratchin’est ones so far. A small front-drive car that needs a total restoration… more»
Project Cars
Dec 18, 2023 • Auctions • 42 Comments
BF Auction: 1970 Mercury Marauder 390
Finding an affordable project candidate can be challenging, especially for an enthusiast seeking something that will stand out from the crowd. This 1970 Mercury Marauder ticks those boxes, and although it has sat for twelve years, it runs and… more»
Dec 18, 2023 • For Sale • 61 Comments
Worth Saving? 1967 Pontiac GTO
When a car gets to a level of decay where it’s coming apart underneath in the driveway, that’s quite a deterrent for someone with my limited skills to consider taking that vehicle on as a project, even if it’s… more»
Dec 18, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
One Family Owned: 1966 Porsche 912
One of the more challenging vehicles to sell has to be one that’s been in your family for eons. This 1966 Porsche 912 was purchased new by the seller’s father in California and has been with the family ever… more»
Dec 17, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
’60s Hot Rod? 1958 Chevrolet Corvette
Regular readers will know my preference for unmolested classics, whether as genuine survivors or meticulous restorations. However, there is something undeniably attractive about locating a car that has led a colorful past. That is the opportunity awaiting the new… more»
Dec 17, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Restoration or Restomod: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
The classic market can be cyclical, and you only need to scroll through the pages of Barn Finds to gain clear insight. We will go for an extended period without seeing a single example of a particular vehicle, and… more»
Dec 17, 2023 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1978 Dodge Macho Power Wagon 4×4
One of the most popular decades to make fun of is the 1970s. I do it, too, I can’t lie. The clothing was over the top, and don’t get me started on disco as I was in rock bands… more»
Dec 17, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Two Owners: 1971 Datsun 240Z
The Datsun 240Z was one of the best things to happen to the sports car genre since the MGB. It hit the trifecta: it was pretty, powerful, and affordable. Introduced in 1969, Datsun’s new car had fully independent suspension,… more»
Dec 16, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Affordable Garage Find: 1965 Ford Mustang Project
This 1965 Ford Mustang here on Craigslist has plenty of grime present on the outside and a few parts missing, but as I try to imagine what the body looks like underneath that layer of layer of soot I… more»
Dec 16, 2023 • For Sale • 4 Comments
SS 396 Project: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
Launched in 1967, the Chevy Camaro would prove to be quite the adversary to the Ford Mustang. Going into the 1970s, it would solidly hold second place in sales. The car was little changed in 1968, the most visible… more»
Dec 16, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Semi-Automatic! 1968 Fiat Idromatic
Based on the popular (on its home turf in Italy) Fiat 850, the Idromatic was Fiat’s alternative to the VW Beetle and others who dabbled with semi-automatic transmissions. While engineeringly interesting, the little cars were sluggish and only suited… more»
Dec 16, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
British Special: Turner Sports Car
Jack Turner was minding his own business – racing MGs in the 1940s and building one-off specials – when other racers began coming to him to improve their own cars. John Webb, John Tojeiro, Ken Rose – race drivers… more»
Dec 16, 2023 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Unfinished Driver Project: 1930 Ford Model A Roadster
Some cars simply can’t help but be cool. They might not instantly spring to mind on anyone’s “Top 10” list, but they possess an indefinable aura that guarantees they will attract attention. Such is the case with this 1930… more»
Dec 16, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Parked in 2005: 1956 Chevrolet Nomad
Every time I see a Tri-Five Chevrolet Nomad, my thoughts instantly turn to the 1955 version accidentally destroyed by Tim Allen’s accident-prone character in the 1990s TV Sitcom “Home Improvement.” Thankfully, this 1956 example has avoided that fate but… more»
Dec 16, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Chet Wilson Built 455: 1965 Oldsmobile 4-4-2
The mid-sixties were some fun times at GM when it came to muscle cars, with Pontiac’s GTO paving the way for the Oldsmobile 4-4-2 to follow shortly thereafter. The first-year Olds offering got you the 330 V8 engine standard… more»
Dec 15, 2023 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Turbine Wheels and Hydraulic Windows: 1947 Lincoln Continental
When new, luxury cars live pampered lives. Their well-heeled owners lavish the finest care upon them, and they are almost always kept in stock condition. The inevitable fall down the used car ladder can be rough though. Sometimes that… more»
