When you scrolled into a Cadillac dealership in 1973, you’d find a selection of hardtops, sedans, and convertibles. But what you wouldn’t find was a station wagon because that body style wasn’t in the marketing plan. If you wanted… more»
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BF Auction: 1955 Dodge M37CDN
You can’t get much more rugged or overbuilt than a vintage military-spec version of the Dodge Power Wagon. These trucks were built to get supplies in and out of hard-to-reach locations during combat, so they had to be capable… more»
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Cool Custom: 1970 Chevrolet C40 Pickup
One of the great attractions of the classic scene is the sheer diversity of machinery on offer if an enthusiast chooses to park something new in their garage. This 1970 Chevrolet C40 is a prime example because it is… more»
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Prehistoric Find: Stegosaurus Dinosaur Skeleton
Most of the posts you’ll see here on Barn Finds feature wheels, but we recently spotted something so unique and unusual that we wanted to include it for those readers who have eclectic tastes, plenty of display room, bottomless… more»
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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»
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Spooky But Solid: 1960 Cadillac MM Hearse
Whether it’s an actual death driver or merely an ambulance, a hearse is one of those coaches that it’s always better to travel in the front seat of. The seller doesn’t give us much background on this one, but… more»
BF Exclusive: 1963 Ford Falcon Futura Sprint Convertible
Some classics are better candidates for a Restomod build than others, and the ready availability of parts made this 1963 Ford Falcon Futura Sprint Convertible an obvious choice. The owner retained the car’s inherent 1960s charm, hiding a more… more»
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BF Auction: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Restomod
It is common for exotic vehicle manufacturers like Bugatti and Ferrari to push the limits of automotive engineering. However, finding an individual willing to do so with a roadgoing custom build is less so. This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Restomod… more»
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1-of-3: 1988 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit Cabriolet
When most people walk into a showroom to purchase a new car, price is often a governing factor behind their choice. They have a budget in mind but may splash a few extra dollars on options to enhance the… more»
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ASC Converted! 1972 Cadillac Deville El Deora
You read that correctly, “El Deora” not El Dorado. This land-yacht ’72 Caddy Deville was custom converted to what we refer to today as a mild “pimpmobile” by ASC Custom Craft back in the day, and it is up… more»
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Vortec Powered: 1939 Chevrolet Patina Pickup
Customs come in all shapes and sizes, and there is typically something out there to suit almost any taste. The seller emphasizes that they don’t view this 1939 Chevrolet ½-ton Pickup as a Rat Rod. However, some readers will… more»
BF Exclusive: 1931 Ford Coupe Clown Car
One of the joys of writing for Barn Finds is the eclectic mix of classics we see. This 1931 Ford Coupe fits that description, having spent part of its life as a Clown Car. The owner recently released it… more»
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Ford V8 Restomod! 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
The W114 was Mercedes-Benz’s designation for six-cylinder sedans and coupes in production from 1968 to 1976. These vehicles were marketed as the 230, 250, and 280 – depending on engine size. The seller’s car once had a 2.5-liter inline-6,… more»
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Monster Fire Truck! 1950s Seagrave Ride Truck
Most of the classics featured at Barn Finds fit neatly into a specific category. We see muscle cars, pony cars, sports cars, exotics, and station wagons. However, pigeon-holing this 1950s Seagrave Fire Truck is impossible. It is undoubtedly a… more»
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Shorty Project: 1978 Cadillac Seville
The Seville was the first “smaller” Cadillac, born in the mid-1970s in response to rising demand for European luxury automobiles. And the increasing price of gasoline, which began climbing in 1973. Using mechanical components and a modified chassis from… more»
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LS-Powered Rat Rod: 1934 Ford Coupe
It is fair to say that Rat Rod creators play by their own set of rules. However, those rules are loosely defined, allowing builders to create genuinely unique vehicles that reflect their taste, imagination, and, crucially, their ingenuity. This… more»
