Every motoring enthusiast dreams of opening the doors of a garage or barn to discover a desirable classic lurking in the gloom. It seems someone struck gold when they unearthed this 1966 Chevrolet Corvette. It hasn’t seen the light… more»
Project Cars
Jul 5, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
1 of 280! 1967 Pontiac 428 2+2 Convertible
Pontiac’s GTO gets the tiger’s share of attention when it comes to ’60s performance, but shoppers with fat wallets in 1967 ignored the mid-sized GTO to go upmarket, delighting the dealer with a quest for full-sized style and flair…. more»
Jul 5, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Sports Car Collection: BMW 2002 and Nissan 240SX Auction
There are small auctions happening all over the country on a given basis, far outside the glare of the big-ticket Mecum and Barrett-Jackson auction houses. While I wish we could sniff out all of these estate sales and local… more»
Jul 5, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Thinning the Herd: Six Ford Cortina Mk IIs
A flock of six Ford Cortina Mk IIs is up for grabs in San Diego, California, basking in various states of completeness – with so many on offer, a prospective buyer will have no trouble piecing together at least… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Factory Ford V8 Power: 1967 Sunbeam Tiger
The Tiger was a V8 derivative of the Sunbeam Alpine sports car. My first recollection of the car was the red Alpine driven by Secret Agent 86, Maxwell Smart, in the 1960s TV series, Get Smart. The Tiger got… more»
Jul 4, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Rare 4-Speed Project: 1969 Pontiac Firebird Sprint
The Sprint was an interesting twist on the popular Pontiac Firebird “pony car.” For example, in 1969, rather than using the 175 hp version of the 250 cubic inch OHC inline-six like other Firebirds, the Sprint’s version kicked out… more»
Jul 3, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Restored Mechanicals: 1971 Ford F-250
We rarely see a vehicle with a fully restored and powder-coated frame here at BarnFinds. This 1971 Ford F-250 presents an interesting mix of finished and unfinished work that may tempt buyers who likes what’s done. We’ll show the… more»
Jul 3, 2024 • Exclusives • 5 Comments
BF Auction: 1972 Dodge Charger
For many enthusiasts, originality is crucial when searching for a project candidate. This characteristic allows the scope for a faithful restoration, although some drivetrains are receptive to subtle tweaks if a buyer seeks improved performance. This 1972 Dodge Charger… more»
Jul 3, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
Museum Find? 1988 Merkur XR4Ti
Classic cars described as museum finds are typically beautifully presented vehicles with no significant needs. This 1988 Merkur XR4Ti breaks that mold because it is dusty, dirty, and covered in leaf litter. The seller is its second owner, believing… more»
Jul 3, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Champagne Series: 1965 International Harvester Scout 80
The Scout 80 arrived in 1961 with a workhorse engine and bare-bones amenities, as a competitor to the Jeep. Its elementary approach to the market did not restrain sales, as IH rapidly doubled and tripled its production estimates to… more»
Jul 2, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
350 V8 Transplant: 1979 Buick Skylark
The Skylark nameplate has covered a lot of different Buick products over the years. Between 1975 to 1979, it shared the same platform as the popular Chevy Nova and other divisions of General Motors. To help lower fuel consumption,… more»
Jul 2, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Drop-Top Pickup: 1989 Dodge Dakota
The Dodge Dakota was a mid-size pickup truck built and sold by Chrysler from 1987 to 2011. It was larger than its contemporaries the Ford Ranger and the Chevy S-10. Between 1989 and 1991, a convertible version of the… more»
Jul 2, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments
2 for 1 Avanti Deal: 1963 Studebaker Avantis
Everyone loves a two-for-one deal. Usually, these come to you as a sale at your local grocery store. In the automotive world, they are a bit rare other than the occasional sales gimmick at a new car lot. I… more»
Jul 2, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
V12 Barn Find: 1948 Lincoln Continental Coupe
I always think about what it would be like to drive the vehicles shown here, as I’m sure most of you do. I don’t know how many owners of a 1948 Lincoln Continental would have driven it to a… more»
Jul 2, 2024 • Auctions • 10 Comments
BF Auction: 1985 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed
Selecting an appropriate project candidate is often challenging, and it is easy for buyers to feel overwhelmed by the seemingly endless choices. Two of the most significant concerns revolve around cost. The first is the initial purchase price, and… more»
Jul 2, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Rust-Free 1963 Dodge Dart GT Convertible
Listing anything as the “first” usually causes trouble in the comments section, but a Dodge Dart brochure lists the Dart GT series as “America’s First Sports Compact”, and if you can’t believe a company’s marketing literature, I mean… Ok,… more»
