When the time comes for an owner to tackle a custom build, the choices that they need to make are endless. They could opt for something pretty wild with dazzling paint and a drivetrain capable of melting tires the… more»
Survivor Cars
Not all barn finds are rusty! Here are the very best unrestored classics:
Aug 7, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
327/4-Speed: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette
The second-generation Chevrolet Corvette began with the 1963 model year, and Chevy was so spot-on with the outcome that few changes were made for the 1964 model. A few improvements for ’64 included a handful of suspension tweaks and… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Original Paint Panel Van: 1958 Volkswagen Bus
When it comes to Type 2 Volkswagens, it’s hard to go wrong with any pre-Bay Window model. From campers to panel vans to pickups, the early VW Buses are sure-fire bets either for justifying the cost to restore or… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Phaeton Fantastic! 1936 Ford DeLuxe Tourer
So what’s in a definition? My online dictionary defines Phaeton as follows: Phaeton [ˈfā(ə)t(ə)n] NOUN phaeton (noun) · phaetons (plural noun) historical, “a light, open four-wheeled horse-drawn carriage“. Now that we have that out of the way, we have… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 7 Comments
No Reserve Camper Van: 1973 Dodge Tradesman 200
This sweet 1973 Dodge Tradesman 200 was converted to a camper early in its life and remains in surprisingly nice shape despite being a home on wheels. In addition to the well-preserved interior, the exterior decals are in outstanding… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Transit Survivor? 1934 Ford Bus
The economy was finally rebounding after the 1929 stock market crash. Ford would improve its position in the truck market by dropping its 4-cylinder engine for a V8 in 1934 and discontinuing the use of open cabs on their… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Real Deal SS: 1964 Chevrolet Impala
The Super Sport was born in 1961 as a performance option on the Impala. It required that one of Chevy’s bigger engines, the 348 of 409 V8, be ordered. By 1962, that requirement was lifted, and any Chevy engine… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
3,161 Genuine Miles! 1981 DMC DeLorean
You have to wonder whether the DMC DeLorean would have generated as much interest today if it had been a massive sales success. The fact that it was a disaster on so many levels has seen the car find… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 31 Comments
The Ultimate Supercar? 1992 Ferrari F40 Survivor
While it may not be accurate for all of our Barn Finds readers, I’m sure that more than a few of you would have your “ultimate garage” defined in your head. These would be the cars that you would… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Custom Convertible: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS
With such high production totals, there will inevitably be a few custom examples of the 1969 Camaro kicking around. Some of these can be pretty average, but the owner of this ’69 RS/SS Convertible has tackled his build as… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
No Reserve: 1965 Amphicar 770
Owning a classic car will almost certainly mean taking a leap of faith at some point. This could entail taking that lovingly built high-performance motor to the redline for the first time in the belief that it won’t go… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 8 Comments
53k Mile: 1989 Ford F-250 XLT
The second owner of this 1989 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat pick up is selling this truck here on eBay. Current bids have reached $10,000 with 2 days remaining in the auction. This is a survivor vehicle with only 53,500… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
454 Big Block: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette
Ask any Corvette enthusiast what their favorite year model or body style is and why and you’ll get a plethora of great answers. 1972 was the last C3 model to feature chrome bumpers in both the front and rear… more»
Aug 6, 2021 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Worth Saving? 1970 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday Coupe
Such a big car has an equally big desire, for me at least. I have loved this year Olds 98 for decades and have wanted one for that long. This obvious project car, a 1970 Oldsmobile 98 Holiday Coupe,… more»
Aug 5, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
1985 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible
If you had moola in the mid-1980s you may have had or wanted a car like this 1985 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz convertible, at least if you were looking for an American car. A black convertible with a red interior… more»
Aug 5, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Pocket Rocket: 1991 Honda Beat
Roads are often smaller in Japan, so by necessity, there is a special class of vehicle devoted to these small roads. Kei cars have their own cult following here in the states, and the Honda Beat is highly sought… more»
