UPDATE: 06/15/2024: We have had a few recent cases where sellers haven’t tasted success on their first attempt to find a new home for their beloved classic. This 1970 Ford Torino GT is a perfect example because it failed… more»
Project Cars
Jun 14, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Good Body: 1970 Ford Bronco
First Generation Ford Broncos are renowned for two main attributes. Good examples command stratospheric values in the classic market. However, they also possess a reputation for being consumed by significant rust problems. Many owners have spent thousands of hours… more»
Jun 14, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Paddy Wagon Project: 1949 Dodge Power Wagon
“Paddy wagons” have been used for ages by police to transport groups of prisoners. They were especially visible in the 1930s during Prohibition when the cops were conducting raids on establishments selling illegal hooch. The suspects would be rounded… more»
Jun 14, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rare 4-Door Safari! 1957 Pontiac Star Chief
Everyone remembers the Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad, the “sport wagon” in production from 1955 to 1957. And some will recall that Pontiac offered a similar product called the Star Chief Custom Safari. But who remembers that Pontiac also sold… more»
Jun 13, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Bunny Not Included: 1961 Austin-Healey Sprite
What do you see that is out of place in the picture above? You would be correct if you answered that there is a ton of rodent residue in the engine bay of a 1961 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, look… more»
Jun 13, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Jump Seats! 1978 Subaru BRAT 4×4
You little brat! It’s refreshing to see a small car, truck, carck, whatever you’d call a Subaru BRAT, these days. There are so many monster pickups out there, even though they’re the new “normal”-sized pickup. At one time, we… more»
Jun 13, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Cheap Sports Car Project: 1971 Saab Sonett
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»
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»
