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»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
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»
Feb 25, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Mostly Original, Needs Upholstery: 1937 Ford Deluxe Coupe
Ford had a lot going for it in the period between 1932 through 1940. Not only did the brand have one of the best engines in the low-price field, but the styling through these years was incredible. Their most… more»
Feb 24, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
V6 3-Speed: 54K-Mile 1967 Jeepster Commando
The seller refers to this 1967 Jeepster Commando as being “highly original” and says that it only has 54,000 miles, which averages to 947 miles a year. No wonder it looks so nice. We’ve seen many Jeepster Commandos here… more»
Feb 24, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Only Two Owners! 1973 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna
General Motors treated its mid-size automobiles to a new design in 1973, dubbed “Colonnade” styling. That’s because true hardtops were discontinued, though the doors would not be framed for the glass. The Laguna would become the top-level Chevelle and… more»
Feb 24, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Drive Or Show: 1985 Dodge 600 ES Turbo
The seller says that the next owner can “Drive or Show” this 1985 Dodge 600 ES Turbo Convertible and they’re right. They have it posted here on craigslist in Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, just southwest of Pittsburgh. They’re asking $8,500 or… more»
Feb 24, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Low Mileage Turbodiesel: 1994 Ford F-350 XLT Crew Cab
A few years ago, if you were a farmer in the midwest and someone told you that your daily driver pickup would be a collector’s item, they’d likely laugh at you. These trucks were simple workhorses, and not seen… more»
Complete And Running: 1972 Volvo 1800E
In 1970, Volvo equipped its 1800 coupe models with fuel injection, hence the designation 1800E. There was also a cosmetic upgrade to the car, though the basic body didn’t change until the cute 1800ES station wagon arrived in 1972…. more»
Feb 24, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
4,000 Original Miles: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Extraordinary mileage claims are nothing new to us at Barn Finds, with some more plausible than others. That brings us to this 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. It is a striking car that presents superbly, and its big-block V8 promises exhilarating… more»
