There are still some hidden gems out there on the vintage car marketplace, offering both exclusivity and a highly entertaining driving experience for reasonable money. And, if you decide to give a car like this gorgeous 1972 Volvo 1800ES… more»
• For Sale • 25 Comments
No Taxi Here! 1969 Checker Marathon Station Wagon
When Barn Finds reader Ted sent us the tip on this 1969 Checker Marathon Station Wagon, he mentioned not remembering ever seeing one before, and I’m not sure I have either, at least not in person. While the company… more»
• For Sale • 16 Comments
39K Mile Wagon: 2001 Saab 9-5
One of the more missed brands on the landscape of retired vehicle marques is undoubtedly Saab, which was loved by both hardcore enthusiasts as well as individuals who simply enjoyed the quirky character of this durable lineup of wagons… more»
• For Sale • 13 Comments
The Other Vista Cruiser: 1965 Buick Sport Wagon
In some circles, the Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser is a classic station wagon because of its raised roof and unique skylights. It was built between 1964 and 1972 on a mid-size platform. However, Buick sold the same type of period… more»
• For Sale • 19 Comments
Shooting Brake Garage Find: 1972 Volvo 1800 ES
I’ve always had a “thing” for Volvo’s 1800 and the shooting brake ES version, well, that’s even better – functionality wrapped up in a sporty package. Today’s 1972 example, discovered in a York, Pennsylvania parking garage and sitting for… more»
• For Sale • 5 Comments
Two Cars in One! 1960 Volvo PV445 “Duett”
Volvo’s first foray into unibody construction was the PV444, a sedan produced after WWII. That homely but beloved vehicle set Volvo up to thrive in the post-war period. To expand its appeal, Volvo produced a bare chassis version of… more»
• For Sale • 30 Comments
Blank Slate: 1950 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery 1500
The seller says this 1950 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery is wearing satin paint; it isn’t just gray primer. I may have chosen another color just so I didn’t have to explain that every time I was at a gas station… more»
• For Sale • 7 Comments
Clean and Original Camper: 1982 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia
The market for camper vans of any kind has definitely seen an adjustment in recent years as people have returned to normalcy and the expectation of employers seeing you in the office has risen. There was a time when… more»
• For Sale • 7 Comments
Turbo Diesel Wagon: 1982 Mercedes-Benz 300TD
The W123-series Mercedes-Benz is one of the most celebrated European classics from the 1980s. Their reputation for going the distance mileage-wise is well established, but that also results in the cars themselves being a little rough around the edges…. more»
• For Sale • 27 Comments
440 Power Plus Room For Eight: 1966 Chrysler Town & Country
With the popularity of station wagons seemingly on the rise in the mid-sixties, it’s a bit surprising that Chrysler only had a single offering for its 1966 lineup. However, it proved to be a good one, as the 1966… more»
• For Sale • 22 Comments
Wandering Roller: 1958 Chevrolet Nomad
The original Chevrolet Nomad from the “Tri-Five” years of 1955-57 are considered iconic today – and can command big bucks. That configuration was as a 2-door “Sport Wagon” which had a unique body from the windshield back. But the… more»
• For Sale • 10 Comments
Final Year Survivor: 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate
With no evidence that local manufacturers plan to introduce a full-sized Station Wagon into their model range, it falls upon classics like this 1996 Buick Roadmaster Estate to bridge the gap. As compromises go, it isn’t a bad one…. more»
• For Sale • 12 Comments
Last Of The Big Ones: 1978 Ford LTD Wagon
Today’s station wagon find, courtesy of Lothar, is a bit of a different twist in that it’s a full-size Ford, but it is not slathered in faux wood paneling. It’s also of a vintage that isn’t featured here often…. more»
• For Sale • 21 Comments
Yard Finds: 1972 Plymouth And 1968 Cadillac
Usually when we see a pair of cars for sale in the same listing, they have something in common. Such as a running 1965 Ford Mustang with a 1966 parts car. In this case, they appear to have nothing… more»
• For Sale • 10 Comments
Worn Wagon Project: 1967 Chevrolet Bel Air
The Bel Air was a staple of the Chevrolet lineup for more than 30 years (1950 to 1981). It was replaced as the top full-size Chevy car by the Impala in 1959, repositioned as the mid-level offering above the… more»
• For Sale • 11 Comments
Untouched for Fifty Years:1946 Ford Woody Wagon
Ford’s wagon aspirations began in 1929 with its first mass-produced “station wagon”, originally sold as a commercial vehicle. Its usefulness as a people-mover catapulted the woody to new heights over time, until it became the top-shelf model in many… more»
