Customs

4×4 Bronco Chassis: 1965 Ford Falcon Sedan Delivery

Although it was considered a compact for the time, the Ford Falcon proved to be a versatile transportation choice, offering several different body styles for buyers to choose from.  A couple of the less-common varieties are the two-door wagon… more»

Ferrari Looks Without The Price: 1984 Chevrolet Corvette

Adding a Ferrari body kit to a Chevrolet Corvette might not appeal to everybody, but you’ve got to admit it’s an inexpensive way to spruce up the looks of a C4, and a touch that’s bound to get lots… more»

LS Upgrade: 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu Convertible

Well-executed restomods can offer enthusiasts the best of both worlds. The creator can retain a classic’s inherent charm and desirability, while mechanical upgrades will often improve safety and performance. Such is the case with this 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle Malibu… more»

Shrunken Tri-Five: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air

With such a large number of Chevrolet Tri-Fives that were produced over a three-year period, there probably aren’t many modifications left that somebody hasn’t thought of already.  We’ve seen lots of cool customs and Restomods over the years, and… more»

Chopped Colonnade: 1973 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

It wasn’t until 1978 that Chevrolet officially gave the Monte Carlo a chop, which had more to do with the size of the car’s length.  General Motors had no involvement with the chop that’s been made on this 1973… more»

Supercharged 351: 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback

Although I typically prefer unmolested survivors, I have a deep respect for well-executed custom builds. That term is appropriate when assessing this 1969 Ford Mustang Fastback. Its menacing appearance isn’t deceptive, because its engine bay houses a supercharged 351ci… more»

Cheap Hearse: 1979 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight

Here at Barn Finds, we like to feature a wide variety of makes and models, so there’s always something fresh for everybody to enjoy on any given day.  Although we’ve already posted a couple of other Oldsmobile 98s within… more»

Quirky Homebuilt 1940/67 Ford/VW Truck Bug

Since the advent of the vehicle, people have been customizing them to suit their tastes while pushing the limits of their engineering and artistic abilities. The Volkswagen Beetle is one of the most customized vehicles of all time due… more»

1 Of 6: 1973 Cadillac DeVille Caribou

If Cadillac had offered an El Camino or Ranchero-style pickup on their regular entree menu at dealerships during the seventies, I can’t help but wonder if it might have been moderately successful.  The idea of a car in the… more»

BF Auction: No Reserve 1987 Porsche 944 Convertible

Here’s something you don’t see every day, a custom-built 1987 Porsche 944 that spent most of its life in the hands of a professional body shop owner, who modified it for his own personal use. Now offered as a… more»

BF Auction: 1975 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed Stepside

Some project builds take on a life of their own. Enthusiasts will invest years of their precious time and countless thousands of dollars in their quest for perfection. Such is the case with this 1975 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed… more»

1 of 1: 1986 Wilt Chamberlain Searcher 1

Whenever I jump into my Lotus Elise Series 1, I’m reminded that even at 6 feet tall, it’s already a struggle to get comfortable. When you’re 7 feet 1 inch tall and can’t fit comfortably in a Lamborghini Countach… more»

Nova Camino? 358-Powered 1966 Chevrolet Nova

Beginning life as a 1967 Chevrolet Nova station wagon, this one was transformed into something entirely different, coined a Nova Camino by Barn Finds reader Chuck Foster when he spotted it and sent us the tip.  In addition to… more»

1 of 1: 1970 Chrysler Hurst/300 Drop-Top

The Chrysler Letter Series cars were part of the corporate ensemble from 1955 to 1965. The luxury/muscle car made a one-year return in 1970, thanks to an arrangement with Hurst Performance. Only 500 of the Hurst/300 2-door hardtops were… more»

Clark Griswold Tribute: 1969 Ford Country Sedan

In the 1960s, Ford offered three series of full-size station wagons. Entry level was the Ranch Wagon, mid-tier was the Country Sedan, and top shelf was the Country Squire. The seller purchased this 1969 Country Sedan and added a… more»

455/4-Speed: 1976 Oldsmobile Cutlass S

The muscle car bubble had undeniably burst by 1976, with the sector falling victim to government regulations and climbing insurance costs. Finding a car that offered respectable performance was becoming challenging, but the seller has transformed this ’76 Oldsmobile… more»

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