Project Cars

Restore or Preserve? 1967 Jaguar E-Type

The Jaguar E-Type is one of the more fascinating vehicles from the classic scene. Even rough and rusty examples command impressive prices, while pristine examples can be six-figure vehicles. This 1967 E-Type is a survivor, and while it would… more»

Revived After 45 Years: 1956 Hudson Hornet

The days of the Nash and Hudson brands were numbered when they joined forces in 1954 to form American Motors Corp. (AMC). Neither would field a car past the 1957 model year, which included the 1956 Hudson Hornet with… more»

Needs Interior: 1966 Chevrolet Bel Air

In its heyday in the 1950s, the Bel Air was Chevrolet’s top-of-the-line automobile. Then came the Impala and then the Caprice, so the Bel Air was repositioned toward the bottom of the rung by 1966. The rather stark Biscayne… more»

5-Speed Project: 1984 Chevrolet Chevette

The Chevette was the successor to the subcompact Vega. It was less controversial than its predecessor (but boring) and saw variants offered by Pontiac in the U.S. and Canada. Nearly 2.8 million copies were built over a dozen years… more»

Rust-Free Project: 1969 Ford Bronco

If I said I’d located a rust-free First Generation Ford Bronco for $16,500, most people wouldn’t be able to reach for their checkbook fast enough. These are desirable classics, and solid examples continue to command impressive prices. Therefore, I… more»

2-for-1: 1984 Chrysler LeBaron Town & Country

I don’t know anyone who doesn’t like a potential bargain. This is particularly true when they are searching for a project candidate to park in their workshop. This 1984 Chrysler LeBaron Town & Country kills two birds with one… more»

Patina Pickup: 1954 Chevrolet 3600

Older Pickups remain one of the star performers in the classic market, with enthusiasts split equally on the subject of preservation, restoration, and custom builds. This 1954 Chevrolet 3600 is a prime example of the breed, and while its… more»

Drivable Barn Find: 1929 Nash Standard Six Coupe

Charles Nash founded Nash Motors in 1916 after purchasing the Kenosha, Wisconsin factory belonging to the bankrupt Thomas B. Jeffery Company, maker of a car called the Rambler (history rhymes, eh?). With WWI in full swing, a critical cash… more»

Desert Find: 1968 Opel Kadett Wagon

The seller pulled this 1968 Opel Kadett Wagon out of the Arizona desert where it had reportedly been its whole life until being moved to the great state of Virginia. Despite the burnt and faded paint (just think what… more»

Daily Driver: 1961 International Harvester Scout 80

Daily drivers come in all shapes and sizes, and some classics are more obvious candidates for the role than others. This 1961 International Scout 80 is a perfect example. It is rough around the edges and would undoubtedly benefit… more»

Rebuilt 390 V8: 1969 AMC Hurst SC/Rambler Project

The Hurst SC/Rambler was a rare muscle car with just 1,512 copies only built in 1969 by American Motors. So, it’s interesting that we would see two of these cars in the same week here on Barn Finds. This… more»

Numbers Matching Project: 1967 Pontiac GTO

Pontiac had an unexpected hit in 1964 with the new GTO. Instead of selling 5,000 copies, 32,000+ flew out of showrooms that year. Demand grew even more in 1965 so the car was promoted to its own series from… more»

Hangar Stored Since the Early Eighties: 1966 Volvo P1800S

In today’s economy, you have to stretch every dollar.  As enthusiasts of classic vehicles, we know that costs are soaring daily.  What if you could purchase a vehicle suitable for Cars and Coffee and the occasional Monday commute?  What… more»

Restore or Restomod? 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback

Choosing to part with a classic that has been part of your family since Day One isn’t easy, especially when over five decades have passed since you took delivery. However, that is the decision made by the owners of… more»

Too Far Gone? 1972 Ford Bronco

I have often pondered whether a desirable classic will ever deteriorate beyond the point of no return. Even the saddest and rustiest vehicles are salvageable with time and effort, but the question is whether such an undertaking is financially… more»

One Owner Survivor: 1976 Oldsmobile 442

The 442 (or 4-4-2) was born in 1964 as Oldsmobile’s entry into the new mid-size muscle car market. It was a series of its own from 1968 to 1971 and then reverted to option status through the end of… more»

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