The early seventies were a great time to be a sports car nut. That was especially true if you were looking for a smaller sports car. You can choose from traditional front-engine rear-wheel drive cars like the MG Midget,… more»
Project Cars
Jun 13, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Solid Survivor: 1949 DeSoto Custom Coupe
In writing for Barn Finds, you tend to notice some interesting aspects of the classic car marketplace. While the ups and downs of favorites such as full-classics, Corvettes, Thunderbirds, Mustangs, and various other crowd favorites get discussed frequently, one… more»
Jun 13, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
A Cool Collection of Parts: 1925 Dodge Speedster
The one thing we all need more of is time. All of us have dreams about taking road trips, restoring or making a hot rod out of that favorite car, and, occasionally, spending time with family. Yet imagine if… more»
Jun 13, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Cheap And Running: 1980 Bradley GT
The Bradley GT is one of the more widely known kit cars, and there seems to still be quite a few of them out there. These were back from the good old days when a VW donor chassis was… more»
Jun 12, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
No Reserve Project: 1960 Dodge Dart Pioneer
Dodge introduced the Dart in 1960 as a smaller and more affordable offering within the company’s product range while also filling a void created by DeSoto’s demise. It offered three trim levels, with our feature car rolling off the… more»
Jun 12, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Diamond In The Rough? 1959 Jaguar Mark 1
Commencing any project build with a rust-free classic is always desirable because it can instantly wipe thousands of dollars from the required budget. That is the opportunity awaiting the new owner of this 1959 Jaguar Mark 1. Life in… more»
Jun 12, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Houndstooth Roof: 1970 Mercury Cougar XR-7
In an ideal world, this 1970 Mercury Cougar XR-7’s Houndstooth vinyl roof would be only one of the many highlights that make it highly desired. However, the world isn’t ideal, and much has changed since the day this classic… more»
Jun 12, 2024 • For Sale • 41 Comments
Lost Storage: 64k-Mile 1963 Chrysler Imperial
The Imperial was Chrysler’s top-of-the-line automobile for many decades. In 1955 (to better compete with Cadillac and Lincoln), they broke the Imperial out as a separate make. So, Chrysler badging disappeared even though they were built and sold alongside… more»
Jun 12, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Tri-Power Project: 1960 Chevrolet Impala
Based on the pedigree, I have to agree with the seller that this 1960 Chevrolet Impala is more than worth the effort it will take to get the car roadworthy again. While there’s plenty of sheet metal that will… more»
Jun 12, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Little Hustler! 1974 Datsun 620 Wrecker
Listen up, Datsun wrecker fans! That’s right: Shirley in Goat Elbow, Nebraska and Ed in Frozen Loaf, Oklahoma, this is your day! Joking aside, this 1974 Datsun 620 Little Hustler tow truck might excite a narrow band of enthusiasts,… more»
Jun 12, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Cheap Project: 1968 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
Volkswagen built its success and considerable wealth from the extraordinary sales of its humble Beetle. However, management viewed a halo model as a desirable addition to its range as early as 1950. Three companies eventually collaborated to deliver the… more»
Jun 12, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Solid Project: 1993 Ford Crown Victoria P71 Police Interceptor
Practicality is often a key consideration when an enthusiast assesses a classic to park in their workshop. It takes two forms. The first is whether the car will suit their needs if they have a growing family. The second… more»
Jun 11, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Single-Year Color: 1978 Datsun 280Z
Datsun’s First Generation Z-Car range graced American showrooms from 1970 until 1978, with the company offering buyers a choice of twenty-nine paint colors during the production run. However, the Black Pearl cloaking our feature car’s exterior was a one-year-only… more»
Jun 11, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Strong 300 HP V8: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
The 1973 Corvette may best be remembered as being the last of that generation to have chrome rear bumpers. Plastic (or Endura) coverings, like the front bumpers, would emerge in 1974 as the Feds were tightening safety requirements. This… more»
Jun 11, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Project Pair: 383-Powered 1964 Dodge 440
The seller has two unrelated Dodge automobiles that are both projects. The first is a 1964 Dodge 440, which was junior to the Polara that year. The second is a 1970 Dart Swinger which was the sporty variant of… more»
Jun 11, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Fastback Project: 1972 Ford Torino Sport
The Torino debuted in 1968 as an upscale Fairlane – and would replace that nameplate altogether in 1971. With a complete redesign in 1972, the cars took on a bulkier look compared to the aerodynamic strokes on the 1970-71… more»
