One of the most popular TV shows of the 1980s was The Dukes of Hazzard, a comedy/adventure about a couple of “good old boys” who were constantly in trouble with the law. One of the “stars” of the show… more»
Customs
May 8, 2023 • For Sale • 57 Comments
Custom El Camino! 1978 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz
The last of the really large Cadillac Eldorados were built from 1971 to 1978, the automobile’s ninth generation. These were the end of the line for some of the ginormous GM cars. The cream of the crop was the… more»
May 6, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Movie Star Car: 1933 Mercedes-Benz 770 K Replica
If you’ve never seen the 2001 movie “Rat Race,” you’ve missed one of Hollywood’s most fabulous slices of theatrical escapism. Starring a stellar cast, it broadly follows a similar storyline to the 1960s classic, “It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad,… more»
May 4, 2023 • For Sale • 46 Comments
Sporty Off-Roader: 1981 Chevrolet Corvette 4×4
I’ve long admired the custom car scene because many individuals involved let their imaginations work overtime to create something truly unique. That is the case with this 1981 Chevrolet Corvette. Its owner looked at it and said to themself,… more»
Apr 29, 2023 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Z Car Conversion: Velo Rossa Kit Car
The Ferrari 250 GTO is perhaps one of the most cloned classic cars out there. Body kits ranging from God-awful to surprisingly convincing exist, and thankfully, the original Datsun Z-car makes it possible to build a tribute that could… more»
Apr 26, 2023 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Tri-Power Equipped 274ci Flathead! 1947 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe
Looking beyond the wider wheels, there is little to indicate that this 1947 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe is anything but a nicely preserved or restored classic. However, those wheels are part of a package offering performance Ford could only… more»
Apr 24, 2023 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Mini Muscle! 1976 VW Camaro Z/28
Kit cars and replicas are no strangers to the pages of Barn Finds, but if you ask me, this one sort of falls in between the two. Some of you may have seen products from the KAR Manufacturing Company… more»
Apr 22, 2023 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Rare 1976 Jaguar XJC Coupe With V8 Power!
This is a very attractive offering here on eBay in Daytona Beach, Florida, a nicely restored and rare 1976 Jaguar XJC that started life with the trouble-prone 12-cylinder engine but now has more reliable Chevrolet V8 power. The car… more»
Apr 20, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Monster Grand National: 1986 Buick Regal 4×4
Why, why, why? It’s that age-old question, just because you can do something, doesn’t mean that you should. And here’s a case in point, a 1986 Buick Regal 4X4. While it’s easy to appreciate the planning and mechanical skills… more»
Apr 20, 2023 • For Sale • 49 Comments
Rapid Transit Show Car: 1970 Plymouth Cuda
There have been numerous cars from every automaker that enthusiasts have deemed legendary examples for a variety of reasons, and Mopar sure has its share that’s earned this badge. But a few cars in particular that seem to be… more»
Apr 16, 2023 • For Sale • 33 Comments
1971 Ford Maverick Grabber With 529hp!
I have always believed that the Ford Maverick could have proved a worthy successor to the First Generation Mustang in the right guise. I know such thinking is effectively rewinding the clock to the Mustang’s very roots, but this… more»
Apr 13, 2023 • For Sale • 76 Comments
Chevillac? Custom 1975 Chevrolet C10
We’ve featured quite a few customs here on Barn Finds, where somebody with a vision takes two cars and makes them into one, and arguably some turn out better than others. At times, a whole different body is put… more»
Apr 8, 2023 • For Sale • 41 Comments
One Of Zero! 1971 Plymouth Superbird
NASCAR threw Chrysler a curve ball when it outlawed those wing cars from racing for the 1971 season, a decision stemming from the Dodge Charger Daytona and Plymouth Superbird causing such chaos on the tracks during the previous two… more»
Apr 6, 2023 • For Sale • 61 Comments
Increased Price: Highwayman TV Truck Prop
UPDATED 4/5/23 — We last saw this interesting vehicle just four months ago and nothing much has seemed to have changed — except the price. The original listing was for $65,000, and now the seller is looking for $35,000… more»
Apr 4, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Famous Designer Buggy: Mantaray II Kyote
I’m sure some of you recognize the name Dean Jeffries as a famous automobile customizer of the 1960s through the 2000s. In addition to producing one-offs, such as the Mantaray, the Monkeemobile, and the Green Hornet, Jeffries also designed… more»
Apr 2, 2023 • For Sale • 36 Comments
21k Miles: 1959 Ford F-850 Fire Truck
Ford has long been in the commercial truck business and this 1959 F-850 is no exception. It was built to assist firemen in the course of their regular duties. According to the seller, it has been cosmetically restored though… more»
