Project Cars

440 Included: 1970 Dodge Challenger Project

The seller of this 1970 Dodge Challenger is optimistic that this project has many possibilities, and he believes that performing a restoration would be a productive way to spend the upcoming winter months.  I’ll be the first to agree… more»

Revived Pole Barn Find: 1965 Chevrolet Bel Air

The best-selling American-made automobile of the 1960s was not the Ford Mustang (though it was close). That honor goes to Chevrolet’s line of 1965 full-size cars, which added up to a record 1.4 million Biscaynes, Bel Airs, Impalas, and… more»

Rust-Free Roller: 1970 Pontiac GTO

By 1970, the bloom was off the muscle car flower. The “leader of the pack,” the Pontiac GTO, saw its sales drop by 45% from the year before (and would keep falling until the end in 1974). Saturated demand… more»

1-Owner Garage Find: 1966 Plymouth Sport Fury

The Sport Fury can be thought of as Plymouth’s answer to the Chevrolet Impala Super Sport. After being a one-year wonder in 1959, the name returned in 1962 for a longer run to 1971. Most Sport Furys were hardtops,… more»

Survivor-Quality V8: 1972 Mercury Comet

Much like the first Mercury Comet was an offshoot of the compact Ford Falcon, so was the latter Comet to the Ford Maverick. The Maverick enjoyed Mustang-like popularity in 1969-70, so the Comet would quickly follow in 1971. And… more»

Rotisserie Project: 1976 Datsun 280Z

The Datsun Z-cars have long held a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts, blending affordable performance with timeless styling. Today, finding a solid example of a 240Z or 280Z has become increasingly difficult due to rust issues and… more»

BF Exclusive: 1960 Chevrolet Impala

Few cars capture the style and presence of the early 1960s quite like the 1960 Chevrolet Impala. Offered here on Barn Finds, this example comes with a remarkable backstory and an excellent foundation for finishing. Located in Moores Hill,… more»

Champion Telstar Camper Van: 1989 GMC Vandura

Combining elements of Class B camper vans and the larger-bodied Class C, Champion’s Telstar offers room for four in a relatively compact and aerodynamic package. This 1989 GMC Vandura-based Telstar “ran when parked,” and the Carmichaels, Pennsylvania camper can… more»

Project Drophead: 1958 Singer Gazelle Series III

In honor of the upcoming All British Field Meet at Portland International Raceway, I felt compelled to cover this unusual model from a rare marque. Not only is this Singer Gazelle a convertible, its top operates like a three-position… more»

29k Original Miles: 1993 Dodge Ram D150 Pickup

We’re often told that we should never judge a book by its cover, and doing so with this 1993 Dodge Ram D150 could be a mistake. There is no denying that it is rough around the edges, and it… more»

Stalled Restoration: 1960 Lincoln Premiere

In Shakespeare’s Tragedy of Julius Caesar, the doomed Brutus remarks to the equally doomed Cassius that he wishes “man might know the end of this day’s business ere it come!” It’s unfortunate that this line is the first thing that came… more»

Stripped Muscle: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Project

The Plymouth Road Runner remains one of the most iconic muscle cars of the golden era, built to deliver raw performance with minimal frills. This 1970 Plymouth Road Runner, listed here on craigslist in Knoxville, Tennessee, is a factory… more»

Up On Blocks Nine Years: 1975 Chevrolet Nova

The fourth and final generation of the rear-wheel-drive Chevrolet Nova arrived in 1975. It would continue to sell well until 1979, when it was retired to be replaced by the all-new front-wheel-drive Citation. The seller’s 1975 coupe (not a… more»

Primer Project: 1965 Buick Skylark

The Buick Skylark has long been one of the most underappreciated mid-size classics of the 1960s, and project cars like this 1965 Buick Skylark, listed here on craigslist out of Avoca, Pennsylvania, present an opportunity to get into a… more»

Cheap L82 Project: 1980 Chevrolet Corvette

While the 1980 model Chevrolet Corvette may not be among the most desirable from the C3 era, the fiberglass body was still looking good, even though performance was down compared to some of the earlier offerings.  Both the front… more»

Rare Project: 1955 Plymouth Plaza Business Coupe

Plymouth may not always get the spotlight in classic car circles, but every so often a unique body style surfaces that reminds us of the brand’s place in postwar automotive history. That’s certainly the case here with this 1955… more»

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