Some enthusiasts will balk at the idea of performing a faithful classic car restoration because they feel constrained by the need to retain that car’s originality. Those individuals crave a project where they can allow their imagination to run… more»
Project Cars
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Driveway Find: 1968 Oldsmobile 4-4-2
General Motors had four adversaries in the mid-size muscle car wars in the 1960s. Chevrolet had the Chevelle SS 396, Pontiac had the GTO, Buick had the GS, and Oldsmobile had the 4-4-2. The 4-4-2 name (pronounced “four-four-two”) was… more»
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No Reserve 1957 BMW Isetta 300 Barn Find
The Isetta was an Italian-designed, egg-shaped microcar that was built under license in several countries. BMW’s version became the world’s first mass-production car to achieve 78 mph in fuel consumption (take that, 2022 hybrids!). This 1957 BMW Isetta is… more»
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Blank Slate Ambulance: 1940 International Harvester Woody
The story goes that, due to the steel shortage during World War II, manufacturers began using wood as replacements for body panels. Hence, the “woody” was born. The style maintained popularity throughout the decades, even so much as starting… more»
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1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Convertible Project
With media-blasted metal, powder-coated inner fender liners, and freshly re-chromed bumpers, this 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL convertible in Aurora, Colorado upstages most of the project cars featured here at BarnFinds. In the words of the practically perfect gear-head… more»
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Original 440: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T
The passage of time can be kinder to some classics than others, while some can “dodge” the proverbial bullet. That last scenario could be the case with this 1968 Charger R/T. If the owner’s assessment is correct, it is… more»
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Driveway Find: 1968 Plymouth GTX
Introduced in 1967, the GTX was positioned as Plymouth’s upscale mid-size muscle car based on the Sport Satellite. A big 440 cubic inch V8 was standard, with a Hemi being the only way to upgrade. The GTX stuck around… more»
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Acapulco Project: 1974 Volkswagen Thing
This rare Acapulco Edition Volkswagen Thing is one of just 400 examples made by Volkswagen of Mexico. The blue-and-white color scheme and matching interior is perhaps one the more distinctive models ever made, but also a totally acceptable look… more»
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From Mecum to Donation: 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
A few weeks ago, we featured a hot-rodded Pontiac Fiero offered up for sale with the tags from the auction it was purchased from still on the car. This 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is a recent charitable donation that is… more»
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T-5 Project Car: 1960 Porsche 356
The Porsche 356 is a sought-after sports car, and likely will be for as long as there are buyers who wish to put one in their garage. Finding one for reasonable money these days is near impossible, especially if… more»
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StarLighter Edition? 1973 GMC Motorhome
The GMC Motorhome is well known around these parts, appreciated as an emerging collectible that goes for very big money when completely restored and/or in survivor condition. Many of them have seemingly survived in decent shape, which is a… more»
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Junk or Gem? Donated 1992 BMW M5
As some of you likely know by now, I really enjoy seeing what turns up at the charitable donation lots. It’s pretty remarkable what people give away in exchange for a modest tax break, and you have to wonder… more»
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No Reserve: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe
The seller of this 1964 Corvette Coupe purchased the car in 1979 but used it for two years before placing it into storage in 1981. It looks like they may have commenced a restoration on this classic that stalled… more»
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Technicolor Interior: 1972 Ford Mustang
OK, so this 1972 Ford Mustang “Sports Roof” looks pretty good at first blush. It looks to be a nice example of a non-muscle car version of a popular muscle car but it has been sent off to Just… more»
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Mini-Muscle Car: 1969 AMC SC/Rambler
Between 1968-70, American Motors would offer three short-lived muscle cars. The first was the 1968-70 AMX, which was a 2-seat GT-style heart thumper. The last was the 1970 Rebel Machine, a limited production mid-size that was painted to look… more»
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No Reserve Real SS: 1970 Chevrolet Nova
Pity the poor 1970 Chevrolet Nova (but not too much, there were 307K* built) but the Super Sport (SS) performance version was overshadowed by internal competition in the form of the Chevelle SS and the Camaro SS & Z28…. more»
