If you want patina, this is patina! And it isn’t going anywhere, at least for a while, as it’s been clear-coated to preserve it as much as possible. There isn’t any big rust to speak of, as in rust… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Feb 27, 2024 • For Sale • 39 Comments
16k Mile 1974 Chrysler New Yorker St Regis
In the 1970s, Chrysler had a knack for building the right cars at the wrong time. America had been in love with large, powerful land yachts – until the OPEC oil embargo of 1973 created a shift to smaller,… more»
Feb 27, 2024 • For Sale • 52 Comments
Cheap Micro Car: 1972 Honda Z600 Project
The Z600 is the coupe hatchback alternative to the N600, both being “kei” or microcars produced by Honda in Japan. More than 40,000 were produced between 1970 and 1974 with some being imported to the U.S. and sold by… more»
Feb 26, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Long-Term Owner: 1988 BMW M3
BMW enjoys a rich history of motorsport success, producing what is acknowledged as one of the most powerful engines in Formula 1 history. It also secured many titles in International Group A Touring Car racing, and it was for… more»
Feb 26, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
29K Miles? 1973 Buick Centurion Hardtop Coupe
“Whether it’s a family car or a very personal road car, depends on whether your family is with you or not.” So says a 1973 Buick brochure, enticing potential customers to their full-sized personal luxury-sport car. The seller has… more»
Feb 26, 2024 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Spotless Slant Nose: 1987 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet
Vehicle manufacturers will sometimes look at modifications performed by third parties and see the benefit of integrating that change into a production model. Such was the case with Porsche and its 911 Turbo model. Kremer Racing developed the styling… more»
Feb 26, 2024 • For Sale • 39 Comments
Drive it Home: 1949 Ford F1 Pickup
UPDATE 02/26/2024: Considering all the possibilities can be wise when contemplating a classic purchase. It might mean missing out on the first vehicle that comes along, but it could also open the possibility of a better deal. Such is… more»
Feb 26, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
94K Miles? 1959 King Midget Model 3
I’m a huge fan of these small cars in the first place, but the thought of someone driving a King Midget for 90,000+ miles was pretty shocking. The seller says that this one has 94,000 miles, but I believe… more»
Feb 26, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Half Million Dollar Craigslist Find: 1973 Porsche 911 Carrera RS 2.7
Craigslist can be truly surprising sometimes. Most of the time, the website is the home of questionable cars at high prices. Other times, vehicles that are far outside the reach of the average Craigslist reader pop up for sale. … more»
Feb 26, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
390-Equipped: 1971 Ford F-250 Ranger 4×4
Deciding which path to pursue with a project build is sometimes challenging, especially when an owner has no “lived” experience with the vehicle. There’s nothing like spending time behind the wheel to assess a vehicle’s needs, and that opportunity… more»
Feb 25, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Recently Restored: 1969 Dodge Charger SE
Choosing an appropriate classic to park in your garage can be challenging, and many factors must be considered. Those who admit a project build isn’t viable will seek a turnkey classic. The next consideration is budget, and the winning… more»
Feb 25, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Rebuilt Original 421: 1964 Pontiac Catalina 2+2 Sports Coupe
This 1964 Pontiac Catalina 2+2 Sports Coupe is a tidy and solid survivor ideal for an enthusiast seeking a driver-grade classic. However, lifting its presentation to a higher level would be straightforward, and the seller has given the new… more»
Feb 25, 2024 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Custom Business Coupe, Or…? 1978 Ford LTD
We’ve seen many custom pickups here on Barn Finds over the years, but this one is more of a custom business coupe, I think? It’s really cool whatever it is. You can find this unique 1978 Ford LTD Custom… more»
Feb 25, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Factory Prototype? 1945 Salsbury Model 85
It’s hard to imagine what the Great Depression was like if a person didn’t live through that era. Some of us have parents or grandparents, who lived through the fall of 1929 through the pre-WWII (in America) era. This… more»
Feb 25, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
WS6 Survivor: 1985 Pontiac Trans Am
The third-generation Pontiac Firebird / Chevrolet Camaro platform remains one of the more accessible muscle car families out there, with prices holding fairly steady and still within reach for most enthusiasts. There some special editions and limited production models… more»
Feb 25, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Low Mileage Original: 1940 Ford Deluxe Fordor Sedan
Here are a few conundrums wrapped up in one 1940 Ford Deluxe Fordor sedan, advertised on craigslist, with a request from the seller that prospective buyers send him a “best offer”. The car is located in Thousand Oaks, California… more»
