Project Cars

Parked Thirty Years: 1978 Datsun 280Z Coupe

What’s your favorite Z-car? Do you like early 240s? The cushy 280ZX? Or is the very most modern Z Performance more up your alley? Every car has its fans, and it looks like this 1978 Datsun 280Z coupe here… more»

Original L82/4-Speed: No Reserve 1979 Chevrolet Corvette

There are many reasons to like this 1979 Chevrolet Corvette. From its desirable drivetrain combination to its low odometer reading and the long list of factory options, it possesses something that will appeal to almost any taste. However, it… more»

Parked For a Decade: 1955 Chrysler Windsor

Some classics emerge from hiding and seem to tick many of the right boxes for potential buyers seeking a vehicle to restore or preserve. This 1955 Chrysler Windsor is a perfect example, having spent over a decade in dry… more»

Excellent Parts Source: 1956 Continental Mark II

At first glance, this 1956 Continental Mark II seems to have the makings of a promising project. It is largely complete and rust-free, thanks to its time in a favorable climate. However, with no VIN tag or title, the… more»

No Major Rot? 1972 Dodge Charger

I suppose we could parse adjectives when discussing the condition of this 1972 Dodge Charger. Specifically the claim of “No Major Rot“. That leaves one to believe there is at least some rot, but that’s not unusual for a… more»

Nailhead V8 Project: 1956 Buick Special Riviera

Whenever I hear about a Riviera, more often than not, my mind immediately thinks of those cool personal luxury cars that Buick produced beginning in 1963.  However, although it wasn’t a stand-alone model, a previous offering bearing the same… more»

Unfinished Business: 1964 Dodge Polara

In the 1960s, the Polara was Dodge’s version of the Chevy Impala and the Ford Galaxie. The 1964 edition was the last of those ill-fated Chrysler products that were downsized in 1962 due to bad intelligence. But with a… more»

Show Winner? 1962 Mercury Meteor

The Meteor was a short-lived FOMOCO nameplate in the U.S. but well-applied in Canada. Mercury used it for just three years, two as a mid-size like this well-healed 1962 edition. Paired with the Fairlane at Ford, the Meteor was… more»

Original 396/3-Speed: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

Other than a few paint touch-ups and blends over the years, this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS seems to match most of the criteria we like to use here at Barn Finds to deem it a survivor.  The seller doesn’t… more»

Ran When Parked: 1962 Mercedes-Benz 220

“Something clicked.” It’s a common enough idiom. I distinctly remember a grade school frustration: I just couldn’t wrap my head around the concept of reducing fractions to the lowest common denominator. My dad sat in the living room with… more»

$500 Project: 1995 Oldsmobile 88 Royale

At first glance, this 1995 Oldsmobile 88 Royale looks like a bargain, as it’s priced at only $500.  Even after viewing the entire ad, five Ben Franklin bills still sounds fairly reasonable, despite a couple of blunders we’ll investigate… more»

Original 340: 1973 Plymouth Cuda Project

Back in 1970, things were still looking bright for the muscle car market, when the third and final generation of the Plymouth Barracuda was introduced.  However, in what seemed like the blink of an eye, everything from rising insurance… more»

Dirt Nap: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

How long will a 1970’s era car last exposed to the elements? Does a layer of dirt covering the car help protect it? These are questions we don’t want to find out here at Barn Finds. We would rather… more»

Parking Garage Find? 1985 BMW 745i

Oh, boy. This is like catnip for someone such as yours truly, who has a panache for attempting to rescue forlorn European classics. This particular car looks like it has been sitting in a private parking garage for some… more»

Not an SS Clone: 1972 Chevrolet Nova

The 1968 to 1972 generation of the Chevrolet Nova is one of the most-cloned muscle cars from that era. So, it’s refreshing when we run across one that is not a tribute, like this 1972 example of the 2-door… more»

No Reserve: 1981 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne

We’ve recently seen a few classics at Barn Finds that don’t immediately make a positive impression. However, taking a closer look at this 1981 Chevrolet C10 Cheyenne reveals a project Pickup loaded with promise. It spent its life in… more»

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