Our recent battle with COVID-19 and forced isolation had at least one bright side. The sales of all manner of recreational vehicles went through the roof. People who couldn’t vacation the usual way sometimes purchased a camper and headed… more»
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Oct 22, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Pre-AMC El Camino? 1951 Hudson Hornet
The Hornet was a full-size car initially built by the Hudson Motor Car Co. from 1951 to 1954, after which the company merged with Nash-Kelvinator to become American Motors. The early Hornets had a “step-down” design which means the… more»
Oct 12, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
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»
Oct 3, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
428 CobraJet?! 1976 Ford F-150 Camper
Perfect for the camper who can’t wait to get back to nature, this 1976 Ford F-150 in Salt Lake City, Utah packs a burly 428 CobraJet V8 under the hood, according to the seller. The Six-Pac slide-in camper comes… more»
Sep 21, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Care To Spend The Night? 1983 VW Vanagon Westfalia
I have a friend who has a camper in the family of this 1983 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia. His is an ’82, and he lives up a hill. It’s not a mountain, more like a hillock, and he can barely… more»
Aug 25, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Subaru-Swapped: 1989 VW Westie Vanagon
This very clean and well-sorted 1989 Volkswagen Westfalia Vanagon is up for auction on eBay. When writing, the bidding was just over $12,000 with no reserve. The renowned Buslab shop in Berkeley, CA, sorted out this lunchbox, installing upgraded… more»
Aug 24, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Cheap Travel Project: 1950 Spartan Royal Mansion
During the 1940s, Spartan Aircraft Co. stayed busy making airplanes for the war effort. However, demand declined dramatically after the final cease-fire, so the company began to look for new ways to utilize its production capabilities. One avenue that… more»
Aug 13, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Hatchback Hutch: 1973 Chevrolet Nova
The Nova, Chevrolet’s venerable compact, became popular in 1973. It got a styling refresh in ’73 and ’74 that added a hatchback to the mix. As a result, the car enjoyed its second-best sales year to date. A new… more»
Aug 9, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Vintage Camper: 1976 Toyota-Chinook
Is there anything the Toyota Hilux can’t do? Made over at least eight generations, economical to run, sold worldwide … and transformed here into a camper by California company Chinook Mobilelodge, the Hilux proved its versatility for decades. The… more»
Jul 28, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Weekend Fun! New Build 1929 Ford Model A House Car
The concept of a house on a car is almost as old as the car itself. The oldest-known “house car” is a 1914 Model T caravan commissioned by a British family; its chassis was lengthened and its body was… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Romance the Road: 1974 Winnebago Brave D19
Here is a time capsule straight out of the 1970s – a very original 1974 Winnebago Brave D19. With only 43,000 miles on the clock and retaining nearly all of its’70s decor and appointments, this RV is ready to… more»
Jul 12, 2024 • Auctions • 58 Comments
BF Auction: 1977 GMC Kingsley MotorHome
For a half-dozen years in the 1970s, GMC’s Truck and Coach Division made one of the nicest and most iconic motorhomes of all time. Their advertising was even great, with lines like, “We hide our best work where it… more»
Jul 12, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Rare House Car Project: 1950 Hudson Camper
Hudson Motor Car Co. was one of the few independent automakers to last into the 1950s. They merged with Nash-Kelvinator in 1954 to form American Motors and the nameplate would soon disappear. The seller’s car may be a 1950… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • Auctions • 16 Comments
BF Auction: 1973 Volkswagen Transporter Westfalia
There are many ways you can escape daily life’s hustle and bustle. Some choose to camp in the great outdoors in a tent, while others seek five-star luxury. This 1973 Volkswagen Westfalia represents an excellent compromise. This beautifully preserved… more»
May 30, 2024 • For Sale • 40 Comments
Sky Lounge Equipped: 1963 Ford F100 Camper
One of the bonuses for being a regular reader of Barn Finds is that some of the most interesting and unusual vehicles being offered in the marketplace are written up right here. That said, this 1963 Ford F100 4WD… more»
May 16, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
No Reserve: 1987 Ford E-350 Conversion Van
Vacations are the moments when someone manages to escape their daily life and can wander off to recharge their batteries. Some people prefer five-star luxury, while others find pitching a tent in the wilderness irresistible. There is a middle… more»
