To show off their new hemispherical combustion chamber V8 engines, we’re told Chrysler built three cutaway models in 1953 for display to the public and media. And, we’re further informed that only one was constructed to have moving parts… more»
Customs
Apr 22, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
V8-Powered 2009 Pontiac Solstice
The Solstice was one of Pontiac’s last new cars, a 2-seat roadster. It was produced alongside the similar Saturn Sky from 2006 to 2010 and was the first Pontiac sports car since the Fiero of the 1980s. But this… more»
Apr 20, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Shop Truck: 1970 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed
A business can advertise its wares in many ways, but few are better than plastering its logo on the side of an eye-catching classic. That is the opportunity awaiting the new owner of this 1970 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed…. more»
Apr 18, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Mad Mud-Runner: 1934 Ford Pickup
We see an eclectic mix of vehicles at Barn Finds, from classic muscle cars to cool customs. This 1934 Ford Pickup fits into the second category and has spent time as a promotional vehicle. Below the skin is a… more»
Apr 8, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Only One Left? 1981 Buick Skylark Convertible
American Custom Coachworks Ltd. was a customization shop based in Beverly Hills, California and they made convertibles out of cars that were never meant to be convertibles, such as this ultra-rare 1981 Buick Skylark convertible. This example is listed… more»
Apr 6, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Coach Built 1978 Cadillac Seville Grandeur Opera
Looking back to the changing times the automotive world was experiencing during the mid-seventies, it seems General Motors couldn’t have chosen a more appropriate era to introduce the Cadillac Seville when the sedan was added to the lineup as… more»
Apr 6, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Luxury Buggy: 1970 Meyers Manx Kick-Out S.S.
The Dune Buggy recipe was surprisingly simple. Take one Volkswagen Beetle, ditch the factory steel, bolt on a funky fiberglass body, and hit the beaches for a spot of motoring fun. Bruce Meyers was the undisputed king of the… more»
Apr 2, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Crazy Custom: 1980 Honda Gold Wing Coach
Some custom builds are so crazy and left-field that they almost defy description. Such is the case with this 1980 Honda Gold Wing. It started life as a comfortable open-road touring motorcycle that could carry two people. However,… more»
Mar 27, 2024 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Accurate Reproduction? 1974 Dodge Bluesmobile
Some will probably love this Bluesmobile clone while others will completely dismiss it. I find it to be a curiosity item and that’s about it. It’s a 1974 Dodge Monaco that’s done up to resemble the famous car(s) that… more»
Mar 26, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Miami Vice Meets Ecklers: 1975 Chevrolet Corvette
In America, our culture has often been driven by media. In 1984, a television show called “Miami Vice” debuted on NBC. Over the five-year run of the series the show set trends that still resonate with us. One of… more»
Mar 26, 2024 • For Sale • 35 Comments
350-Equipped: 1961 Ford Econoline Pickup
One attraction of the custom scene is that it allows owners to be bold and daring. Some choose the safe path, while others consider more left-field alternatives. This 1961 Ford Econoline Pickup is a perfect example of that thinking…. more»
Mar 25, 2024 • Exclusives • 22 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1937 Ford Convertible Coupe
Modern cars are often referred to as “cookie-cutter” vehicles. Manufacturers typically follow the same generic recipe, producing cars that almost redefine the term bland. Some people want to march to the beat of a different drummer and slip behind… more»
Mar 20, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
One Of A Kind Project: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
It is “a one-of-a-kind project car.” That much is clear. The midnight black cruiser started life as a front-wheel-drive 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado, an innovative design in anyone’s book. From there, its owner got the customizing bug, chopped the roof,… more»
Mar 20, 2024 • For Sale • 63 Comments
LS-Powered: Custom 1934 Ford Victoria
The beauty of the custom scene is that it allows owners to let their imagination off the leash. The result can be some wild creations, although cars like this 1934 Ford Victoria owe much to subtlety. This classic hides… more»
Mar 17, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Corvette Powered: 1953 Willys Wagon Monster Truck
If your aim in life is to slip behind the wheel of a cool but subtle classic, this 1953 Willys Wagon probably wouldn’t be your first choice. The seller has invested a significant sum to transform it from a… more»
Mar 14, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
350/4-Speed: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air 2-Door Post
Some enthusiasts studiously avoided tackling another person’s unfinished project build. Their reluctance is understandable because nothing sours the ownership experience like rust emerging from beneath inch-thick Bondo on a car they were told was rock-solid. That shouldn’t be an… more»
