This is how this 1973 AMC Javelin AMX Pierre Cardin edition appeared when the current owner purchased it in 2002. Since then it has been completely dismantled down to the bare shell, and as happens so often, the project… more»
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Competition Classic: 1966 Lotus Elan Fixed-Head Coupe
This 1966 Lotus Elan Fixed-Head Coupe is an unusual car because it has led a life of competition since new, but its original engine has managed to survive the rigors of racing. It retired from racing in the 1980s… more»
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Black Plate Coupe: 1963 Mercedes 300SE
This rare 1963 Mercedes-Benz 300SE coupe is listed as a project that needs minor restoration work, apparently with one owner from the 1970s until just recently. The W112 clearly needs its pneumatic refreshed, but the seller claims it’s quite… more»
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Rare Brit: 1971 Lotus Elan +2 Coupe
For many people, the words “Lotus Elan” evoke images of a classic British 2-seater convertible sports car. One of the more unusual and rarer versions of the Elan was the +2 Fixed-Head Coupe, which was first released in 1967…. more»
ChumpCar Potential: 1986 Pontiac Fiero
Reader Mark W bought this 1986 Pontiac Fiero with plans to race it in Chump/Champcar, but he’s never gotten around to racing it. It was actually built for SCCA racing back in 2004 with a full cage and the… more»
EXCLUSIVE: 1966 Buick Skylark Wildcat 310 Convertible
Reader Heidi G has been tasked with helping the owner of this Buick Skylark Convertible project find a new owner. It has been parked for a number of years and is obviously going to need work, but it appears… more»
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Smoke ‘Em If You Got ‘Em! 1955 Chevrolet
I was more than a little surprised to find the first picture in the ad for this 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air to be one of it lighting up its tires! The seller doesn’t really offer any explanation for the… more»
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Heavy Cruiser? 1959 GMC Suburban
Here at Barn Finds, we see a lot of vehicles with tons of patina. Most of them are cars and pickups, but occasionally we get something a little different, like this cool-looking 1959 GMC Suburban. It’s listed for sale… more»
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Jeff in the Junkyard: Parts Harvesting Score!
I have been negligent in posting any recent junkyard expeditions, but finally had a Saturday morning clear and a yard in sight that had two excellent parts cars for my two most recent project acquisitions. Theres isn’t much else… more»
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Sweet Scoot: 1960 Harley-Davidson Topper
As an incurable oddball scooter fan/fanatic, this 1960 Harley-Davidson Topper really caught my eye. I happened to be browsing the craigslist in Duluth, Minnesota and this one came up. It can be found here on craigslist in nearby Superior,… more»
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Practical Project: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle
Sometimes circumstances dictate that a 2-door classic car is not a practical consideration for some people. This 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle sedan offers something different to the person who has always longed to own a Chevelle but requires the convenience… more»
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Parked in 2003: 1974 AMC Javelin
The second owner of this 1974 AMC Javelin placed it in storage in 2003, and after 16-years of the car sitting idle, he has decided that the time has come to part with this classic. It looks to be… more»
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Solid Patriot: 1976 Dodge Dart
It was 1976, and an enormous number of companies jumped on the “bicentennial bandwagon” and tapped into the naturally patriotic spirit of the American people. I mean, who could blame them? An opportunity like that only comes along every…um,… more»
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Replica Roadster: 1953 Allard J2X Kit
This 1953 Allard J2X may fool you at first, but the asking price of just $9,950 clues you in pretty quick that it’s not the real deal. This is a kit car variant of the classic (and valuable) Allard… more»
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One Owner Classic: 1963 Chrysler Newport
This 1963 Chrysler Newport is a one-owner vehicle that has been parked for the past 25-years. It appears to be a fairly solid and clean car, but after so many years of inactivity, it will need to be revived… more»
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Revived After 35 Years: 1930 Ford Model A Tudor Sedan
After sitting largely forgotten for 35-years after the previous owner passed away, this 1930 Ford Model A has been revived, and it is looking for someone to complete the restoration that was commenced all those years ago. The car… more»
