It takes a dedicated individual to tackle a Hot Rod build. Locating the appropriate parts is only the beginning, because these types of projects typically involve a fair degree of fabrication before the owner’s dream becomes a reality. This… more»
Project Cars
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Blown Beast: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Pro Street
If you’ve been dreaming of a no-nonsense street machine with a throwback drag-strip attitude, this 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Pro Street build may just hit the mark. Starting life as a real X33-code Z/28, this coupe has since undergone a… more»
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73k Mile Tri-Five Sedan: 1957 Chevrolet 150
With the iconic status that the tri-five Chevrolet offerings have attained, not much introduction is necessary, other than perhaps pointing out that this one’s an entry-level 150 model. A couple of other choices were also available, including the upscale… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1958 Edsel Pacer Convertible
I think it’s safe to say that the Edsel has gotten its revenge for all those years of jokes; after all, I can guarantee that at least a handful of Barn Finds readers are calculating costs and planning garage sales… more»
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Slant Nose Targa: 1977 Porsche 911
This 1977 Porsche 911 is, like many others, suffering from the lingering side effects of having been a cheap, old sports cars for many years before every air-cooled 911 shot up in value. What we see here is a… more»
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Bucket Seat Project: 1962 Ford Falcon Futura
Ford joined Chevrolet and others in the “new” compact car market in 1960. Their product was thoroughly routine in its engineering (in contrast to the air-cooled Chevy Corvair). In the beginning, the Falcon was a pure econobox, but the… more»
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2 for 1 Projects: Pair of Chevrolet Nova Drop-Tops
When Chevrolet introduced the Chevy II/Nova in 1962, it was everything the Corvair wasn’t. It was a conventional compact with the water-cooled engine sitting up front. It was more like the Ford Falcon, and the two vehicles would dominate… more»
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Fix While You Drive! 1963 Ford Fairlane 500
Ford’s success at launching a compact car in 1960 led them to fill a second void in 1962 – the intermediate. The company rolled out a mini-me version of the Galaxie using the Fairlane name, which had been a… more»
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Wild Custom: 1963 Chevy Bel Air–Based Roadster Project
Now here’s a project with personality! This 1963 Chevrolet began life as a four-door Bel Air but has since been converted into a custom two-door “Impala-style” roadster. Located in the northwest suburbs of Illinois and listed here on craigslist,… more»
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BF Auction: 1970 Pontiac GTO
It would be easy to take one look at this 1970 Pontiac GTO and dismiss it immediately. That could be a mistake, because it offers a surprising amount to potential buyers. It will require work if it is to… more»
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Mechanic’s Special: 1991 Cadillac Brougham
Do you like Cadillac luxury at a convenient price? Are you familiar with the intricacies of an early 1990s Chevy V8 with Throttle-Body Injection? If so, this 1991 Cadillac Brougham may be your next hobby car/luxo boat/daily driver. Barn Finds reader… more»
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In Progress Roadster: 1969 Datsun Fairlady 1600
The Datsun Fairlady roadster is often overlooked in classic open-top classes, with the British makes seemingly dominating the category. This is a shame, as the cute-as-a-button Datsun is a compelling choice both as a classic cruiser or a hot-rod… more»
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Slant 6 and Solid: 1972 Plymouth Duster
Although the Duster shared a chassis and other components with the Plymouth Valiant, its sporty styling proved a welcome addition to the brand’s lineup and a favorable entry for the compact market, which was becoming more popular when this… more»
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Restoration Candidate: 1972 International Scout II
What was the first passenger vehicle to replace the horse in the farmer’s field? The Jeep might have been pressed into service; Citroën’s 2CV can take a bow in France; the Land Rover, certainly, in the UK. In America,… more»
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Affordable V8: 1966 Ford Ranchero
Affordability is often a genuine consideration when enthusiasts are searching for a classic to park in their garage. This 1966 Ford Ranchero ticks that box, with its lack of rust and the V8 under the hood adding to its… more»
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BF Auction: 1953 Willys M38A1
It’s a pity that many people who see this Willys Jeep out on the road will think it’s just another CJ-5. Yes, it’s the first of the “round fender” Jeeps and thus the forerunner of that famous, long-running CJ,… more»
