If this rig had a helicopter as part of the package, it would really be something, not that a van that swallows a huge boat and then hauls it around as if nothing was unusual about that, wasn’t enough…. more»
Boats
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One-Owner Car Boat: 1967 Amphicar 770
The Amphicar was an odd duck (if you’ll pardon the pun), being part car and part boat. It was designed as an amphibious vehicle capable of 70 mph on land and 7 knots in the water. Production ran in… more»
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Drive Or Swim: 1964 Amphicar Model 770
Recently, there seems to be a lot of increased focus on the concept of driverless automobiles. If that idea ever gets perfected, it’s probably not a bad thing, seeing how poorly so many human-operated vehicles in my town are… more»
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800 SX-R Upgrade! 1990 Kawasaki Jet Mate
This 1990 Kawasaki Jet Mate has a surprise hidden in the engine compartment, a Kawasaki 800 SX-R, a nice upgrade over the original 650 engine. It can be found listed (not listing, as in tilting to one side in… more»
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BF Auction: 1956 Chris Craft Capri 19′
UPDATE – The seller has asked us to relist this Chris Craft. Since we ran it last, they’ve moved it into covered storage, so we went over and took new photos so you can see it in its current… more»
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Forced Sale: 1967 Amphicar 770
Some individuals have dedicated decades and, in some cases, millions of dollars, to the development of flying cars. They are brimming with sky-high optimism (excuse the pun), but their labors have so far failed to deliver. That makes me… more»
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70-HP Dockbuster: 1961 Mercury 700 Outboard
Outboard motors are tough to show here on Barn Finds. We have a horizontal format, since, you know, 99% of vehicles are horizontal. This 1961 Mercury 700 Direct-Reversing outboard is posted here on Facebook Marketplace in one of the… more»
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Part Car, Part Boat: 1964 Amphicar 770
I would describe my automotive taste as eclectic, and find myself drawn as much to quirky classics as motoring icons. However, vehicles like the 1964 Amphicar 770 leave me torn. While I can think of few experiences better than… more»
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Jet Ski Ancestor? 1969 Hydro-Cycle Barracuda
Drydocked in this garage for who knows how long is a mostly unheard-of personal watercraft that I’d bet most of you haven’t seen before. It’s a first for me, too. Said to be both the “grandfather of the Jet… more»
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1 Of 7 Prototype Corl Ice Fishing Rigs
Whenever I wake up and spot a Barn Finds tip that’s worded something like, “Does anyone know what this thing is?”, I quickly get intrigued and jump into a mystery-solving mode even before my morning coffee pot has gotten… more»
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Estate Sale – Potpourri of Cars, Trucks, Parts
It’s sad when someone dies and leaves their estate to someone else to dispose of. But it must be tough when the dearly departed was a mechanic who apparently kept more than he discarded. Such is the case with… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1967 Evinrude Rogue 200
UPDATE – The seller has added additional photos. “The sea is calmer already” was the marketing line used by Evinrude for the 1967 Rogue 200. They claimed the 19-foot boat was as roomy as a 25-footer and that its… more»
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Amazing Dock Find: 1975 Silverline Antigua 18T
If you’re looking to stand out at the next vintage boat show, or just want a boat that’s incredibly unique and useful with room for the whole family, check out this mind-blowing time capsule 1975 Silverline Antigua 18T. I… more»
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Two-Fer: 1941 Ford Super Deluxe Wagon With 1953 Fleetcraft Runabout
Fancy a boat with that wagon? Here on eBay is a 1941 Ford Super Deluxe wagon with its sidekick, a 1953 Fleetcraft runabout, looking for a new home. Neither has been fully restored, though the wagon was repainted in… more»
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Rare Amphibious Project: 1964 Amphicar 770
Who doesn’t remember the quirky Amphicar of the 1960s? You know, the little car that could ride on water or the small boat that could drive on land. Built in Germany, production ran from 1961 to 1965 with registrations… more»
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Land or Water Use: 1967 Amphicar 770
The Amphicar 770 was either a car that could also serve as a boat or a boat that could also perform as an automobile. With its unique design, it could travel up to seven knots on water and 70… more»
