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Real Deal: 1968 Meyers Manx Project

We’ve told the story of Bruce Meyers and the Manx several times in the pages of Barn Finds, but it’s worth mentioning again that while the Meyers Manx wasn’t the first dune buggy, it was certainly one of the… more»

Golden Eagle Project: 1979 Jeep Cherokee

For 1979, Jeep offered its Cherokee in three models, a four-door, a two-door, and a “wide-wheel” two-door. They also came in three different appearance packages: the Cherokee S, or Sport package, the Cherokee Chief, and the Cherokee Golden Eagle…. more»

Rare Lipstick Edition! 1975 Lincoln Continental Mark IV

If you base it on nothing but sheer size, at 19 feet long the 1975 Lincoln Continental Mark IV made quite an impression in the daytime just by pulling into your executive parking spot before you even exited the… more»

No Reserve Manual Coupe: 1968 Jaguar E-Type

When you come across a sports car that has actually been used as intended with all the hallmarks of a life well lived, it’s near impossible to resist its charms. The 1968 Jaguar E-Type shown here is a Series… more»

Power Top Project: 1957 Chevrolet Corvette

Sitting in this garage is a classic that suffered a sad fate. It is a 1957 Corvette that was a victim of a fender bender in the 1960s. It was disassembled for repairs that never eventuated and now needs… more»

350-Equipped: 1974 Jeep CJ5

Choosing the right weapon for wilderness adventures can be challenging. Some people prioritize comfort, while others won’t compromise on off-road abilities. This 1974 Jeep CJ5 could be the ideal choice if you fall into the second category. It is… more»

Cheap Wheels or More? 1977 Ford Mustang II

Ford reinvented the once-popular Mustang in 1974, but this time as a subcompact (which was closer in relative size than the top-heavy 1973 Mustang). Now called the Mustang II, it turned out to be the right car at the… more»

Triumph Stags: Which Project Would You Pick?

Coincidentally, these two examples of Triumph’s luxury sport Stag arrived on the Barn Finds assignment list at the same time. What are the chances! Both are project cars: one has no motor and one has a Chevy 283 cu…. more»

Rare Convertible! 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454/4-Speed

1971 was still a decent year for the early Golden Age of muscle cars, with the Chevrolet Chevelle Super Sport being no exception and continuing to offer a potent 454 under the hood.  You could still get a convertible… more»

Rusty Hulk: 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback Rescue Project

You’ve got to be kidding. Two people have bid a rusty hulk of a 1967 Mustang Fastback up past $12 grand? Are they not reading the very thorough and honest description provided by the seller here on ebay? Are… more»

“Coupeback” Conversion! 1967 Ford Mustang

For its third model year (1967), the popular Ford Mustang was treated to a mild restyle that would allow for a larger engine compartment. A lot of competitors entered the field that year, and yet sales would still top… more»

Project Car Plus Parts! 1966 Pontiac GTO

The 1966 model run would be a watershed year for the Pontiac GTO. Not only did it become a series of its own (instead of an option), but it would also set a sales record of nearly 100,000 units…. more»

Widebody Conversion: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette

What is it about widebody conversions? We see them fairly frequently across a wide spectrum of vehicles, from muscle cars to European sports models. The idea of throwing on some grossly exaggerated fenders and some fat wheels front and… more»

Guess The Color! 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible

In its second full year of production (1966), the new Ford Mustang set a sales record that wouldn’t be repeated even though the car is still sold today. More than 607,000 copies left the factories that year, including 72,000… more»

Drop-Top Project: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

By 1974, Chevrolet’s muscular sports car had begun to transform into a grand touring automobile. The big-block V8 was in its last year and the convertible body style would be gone a year later (but returned in 1986). The… more»

Cali Valley Find: 1930 Ford Model A Coupe

Here’s a car that’s older than most of us and looking for its next career: a 1930 Ford Model A rumble-seat coupe, listed on eBay, bid to $11,100, no reserve. The seller is Dean’s Hot Rods with 100% positive… more»

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