This 1965 Chevy Chevelle Super Sport was a beautifully built restomod that was no doubt quite the performer. Unfortunately, the hot car was involved in an accident that ruined the front clip and right rear, and some frame damage… more»
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Super Duty Tribute: 1963 Pontiac Tempest
The Super Duty was a limited-production Pontiac built for action on the racetrack. It used a souped-up 421 cubic inch V8 that was deposited in no more than 88 Catalinas and a dozen or so Tempests. Aluminum panels were… more»
Real Attitude: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Gasser
While some custom builds are subtle and restrained, others possess a genuine attitude. This 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Gasser falls into the latter category, with an appearance guaranteed to turn heads. It runs and drives well, leaving scope for… more»
27 Feet of Luxury: 1959 Cadillac Stretch Limo
If a 1959 Cadillac wasn’t long enough, this one (probably a Series 62) is said to measure 27 feet. That’s because it’s been converted into a stretch limousine. The work appears to be more recent than having been done… more»
One of a Kind: 1960 Buick Show Car
Have you ever owned a classic and wondered what happened to it years after you let it go? Such is the story behind this 1960 Buick Show Car. It is a cool custom that disappeared around 1966, only to… more»
Lake Buggy: Weird 1985 Chevrolet Cavalier
Chevrolet produced 3.8 million Cavalier-branded automobiles between 1982 and 1993. But none of them had a body made of wood. This one-of-a-kind oddball is based on a 1985 edition of the Cavalier, of which nearly 384,000 were assembled. We… more»
No Reserve: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette
Custom builds come in all shapes and sizes, and I have to thank Barn Finder Curvette for spotting this 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. Its creator followed the faux-racer look, guaranteeing that it draws plenty of attention wherever it goes. Its… more»
Which Way Did They Go? 1996 Geo Metro
The Geo Metro was a subcompact built by Suzuki and sold in the U.S. through a partnership with General Motors. After the Geo nameplate folded, it was also marketed as a Chevrolet. I recall these as being solid little… more»
Would You Drive It? 1963 Volkswagen Space Buggy
Barn Finder Santa spotted this 1963 Volkswagen “Moon Buggy,” describing it as “just plain weird.” That seems like a fair assessment considering its styling, although we could also use the word “unique” if we wish to be diplomatic. It… more»
Bat Rod Drop-Top: 1967 Pontiac Grand Prix
During its long and distinguished run, the Pontiac Grand Prix was only offered as a convertible one time. That was during the 1967 model year. These were beautiful cars, but perhaps the sales numbers weren’t strong enough for Pontiac… more»
Turbocharged V6: 1972 Chevrolet Vegamino
The Vega was Chevrolet’s first foray into subcompact transportation beginning in 1971. A lot of planning went into the little car. But it fell short in execution, and the early Vega’s were plagued by engine and premature corrosion woes…. more»
Plum Crazy 1976 Plymouth Volare 383 5-Speed
In 1976, Plymouth rolled out the F-body Volare to replace the aging Valiant compact. Over at Dodge, the Aspen took over for the Dart. The cars were produced in a single generation but were plagued by quality control and… more»
Gran Sport Spec: 1994 Buick Roadmaster
I dunno about you, but I find this 1994 Buick Roadmaster Limited Sedan, offered on Facebook Marketplace in Sebago, Maine, to be pretty cool indeed. It’s a sleeper, on sale for $14,700 or whatever the traffic will bear. Thanks… more»
342 Stroker! 1980 MG MGB LE
The 1980 MG MGB LE enjoys a well-earned reputation as a relaxed cruiser, at home on winding country lanes. With modest power, it isn’t what many people would consider to be a barn-stormer. However, this MG is an exception… more»
Corvair Powered: 1972 Volkswagen Short Bus
Custom builds are typically designed to stand out in a crowd, and this 1972 Volkswagen Short Bus ticks that box. It appears its creator performed the work to a high standard, and the Corvair motor transplant should provide a… more»
















