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Stored Indoors For 30 Years: 1955 Ford

This 1955 Ford two-door was originally purchased by the seller’s husband’s grandmother. Apparently it was stored “indoors” (I’m guessing this is a somewhat structure due to all the bird excrement) for the last 30 years. There’s some rust visible… more»

1964 Volkswagen Bus: Cool School

Update – This school Samba sold for an impressive $32,000! Hopefully, the new owner will get in touch with us. This 21-window VW Bus here on eBay is one of the best conversions I’ve seen of the popular 60s… more»

Inexpensive Barn Find: 1971 Saab Sonett Project

This barn find 1971 Saab Sonett has a lot of needs, particularly an engine, transmission, and rear window (although it looks like the seller is selling the rear window as well in another auction). On the other hand, the exterior panels… more»

1961 Saab 96: The Corn Popper Project

Who can forget the distinctive sound of the Saab 96? It’s often called the “corn popper” with its two stroke engine. Saab built the 96 for 20 years, from 1960 until 1980. Until 1966, the engine was a 3 cylinder… more»

MG TDs: Survivor Or Unfinished Restoration?

Which would you choose, an almost complete restoration listed on eBay for $11,000 or a low mileage survivor here on eBay for $14,000? The survivor is completely original with 24,000 miles and has been stored in a climate controlled garage for 30… more»

1987 Zimmer Motor Coach: Executive Decision

By the same seller of the dilapidated Mercedes 6.9 comes this executive-friendly motorhome made by Zimmer in the 1980s, listed on eBay with the reserve unmet. It’s funny to think how things like a VHS player meant you had… more»

1952 Volkswagen Zwitter: A Very Rare Car

Update: David was able to get more photos of this Zwitter from the seller. They have been added to the image gallery below! The Zwitter is a very rare VW, produced for less than 6 months. Zwitter, a nickname from… more»

1979 Mercedes 450SEL: Deflated 6.9

Take a look at this classic Mercedes 450SEL here on eBay with the torque-monster 6.9 V8 stuffed inside. This is a serious project, for people not scared of spiders in addition to untold thousands of dollars in work. The… more»

Dodge R2 and Jeep CJ: Bramble Vans

Barn Finds reader Robert R. spotted what he aptly named a “jungle find” here on craigslist – a very cool Dodge R2 truck and a similarly entangled Jeep CJ. The R2 is what caught my eye, since it looks like… more»

1984 Maserati Biturbo: Cheap Italian

I have a sad infatuation with these cheap Maserati Biturbos. I don’t know if it’s due to my general affection for most ’80s imports or that I think the combination of turbocharged power with a manual transmission and super comfy… more»

Just A Truck: 1975 International Pickup

You won’t win any beauty prizes with this truck, at least in it’s current state, but you will have an honest pickup that looks the part! Located in Princeton, North Carolina, this barn find features a rebuilt 304 engine… more»

Ambitious Project: 1971 Jaguar E-Type

Wow, this E-Type needs a lot of work! Barn Finds reader Jim S. sent in this affordable find that’s up for sale here on eBay. It’s located in Winnsboro, Texas and looks like it’s been off the road for… more»

Looking To Trade: Bond For A Backhoe

Now here’s an interesting one: a seller of a genuine Bond Bug who’d consider trading for some heavy-duty construction equipment! Listed here on craigslist for $5,000 or trades, this funky microcar was the subject of one of my favorite… more»

1947 Frazer Manhattan: Garaged Since 1976

This car has been sitting for most of it’s life if the 39,616 miles on the odometer are to be believed. It’s located in Franklin, Pennsylvania and is up for sale here on eBay with a buy-it-now of $2,500… more»

Lean-To Find: 1972 Buick Sun Coupe

Reader Ceezy writes: This is Ceezy, found this Buick Skylark, never seen the sun coupe option before. Could be an interesting project if the rust doesn’t scare you away. I hadn’t heard of this one before, but a little bit of… more»

Pre-War T-Series Barn Find: MG TA

This early MG T-Series car was sent in by Barn Finds reader Justin H. It’s located in Saint Paul, Minnesota and has just emerged from 20 years of dry storage in a barn. The car has been partially disassembled,… more»