Volkswagen introduced the Super Beetle in 1971 to give dealers more choices for U.S. buyers. The Super Beetle varied from the standard Beetle by its curved windshield, larger luggage space, and McPherson front strut suspension. But none of them… more»
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3-Wheeled EV: 1961 Taylor-Dunn Trident
Taylor-Dunn has been in business for 75 years, producing a range of electric vehicles for personal and commercial use. While golf carts often come to mind, the Trident was a “neighborhood electric cart” that you could take the kiddos… more»
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Future Collectible? 2024 Tesla Cybertruck
There are at least two reasons why the 2024 Tesla Cybertruck shouldn’t be here on Barn Finds. The first is that it’s an electric vehicle, which goes counter to so many of the gas guzzlers we run across and… more»
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In A Museum For 30 Years: 1950s Victor Golf Cart
Cybertruck, look out! This is a battery-powered vehicle that most of us can get behind. This would be a really fun project as a lot of us are finally past the worst months of winter and may be thinking… more»
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Future Classic? 2024 Tesla Cybertruck
You may never have heard of a sleepy little company called Tesla, its shy CEO, or its latest product. Let’s fill in the blanks as this company is horrible at PR and is rarely if ever in the news…. more»
Magic Kingdom Mobile! Walt Disney World Trolley
If you ever made a visit to Walt Disney World as a kid, at least the location in Orlando, I’m guessing the chances are near 100% that one of these people movers transported your family from the parking lot… more»
BF Auction: 1980 Unique Mobility Electrek 2+2
You are forgiven if you have never stumbled across a 1980 Unique Mobility Electrek 2+2 because only thirty-five of these classics were built. This is 1-of-13 known to exist, with only three still in active service. Its fresh batteries… more»
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Tesla Alternative: 1980 Unique Mobility Electrek 2+2
Sometimes something that’s not everybody’s cup of tea is, in fact, not a cup of tea at all. It’s something else, at the outer orbit of liquid refreshment. A glass of something waiting to be claimed. That’s what this… more»
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Mini Electric Wedge: 1974 Sebring-Vanguard CitiCar
As of late, it appears like there’s not much middle ground with folks I hear discussing modern electric vehicles. People either seem to love them and wouldn’t consider anything else, while others wouldn’t even think about buying non-fuel-powered transportation. … more»
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1 Of 1 Electric Prototype: 1987 Chevrolet Corvette
The C4 Corvettes generally aren’t the most desirable under normal marketplace circumstances, but if you’re looking for something truly unusual and unique from this era, it may be hard to beat this one for guaranteeing a crowd to gather… more»
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Early Electric Cars! Pair of 1980 Dodge Omni’s
Before you plop down a small fortune to buy a new Tesla, why not scoop up this pair of 1980 Dodge Omni Electrica 007s and build your own? We’re kidding, of course. These two cars are from the days… more»
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Continuing A Legacy? 1975 Oldsmobile 442
Oh, what a year was 1975! If you were a domestic auto enthusiast, it was a lousy one! No more Plymouth Barracuda, Dodge Challenger, Camaro Z28, Pontiac GTO or SD-455 anything, AMC Javelin, or Buick GS – what a… more»
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Before the Tesla! Pair of 1982 Electreks
Four years before Elon Musk was even born (1971), another pioneer started a company to build electric-powered cars. The man was John Gould, and the name of the Colorado-based company was Unique Mobility. From 1979 to 1982, he managed… more»
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Bob Hope Golf Cart: 1985 Golf & Country by Western
Western Golf Cart Manufacturing was a leader in the production of electric golf carts and built special editions like this one for the annual Bob Hope Chrysler Desert Classic Tournament. This one is said to be from 1985 and… more»
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Upgraded Power: 1982 Unique Mobility Electrek
Although it was unthinkable a few years ago, it now appears inevitable that the world’s automotive industry will eventually be underpinned by zero-emission vehicles. Whether these new offerings feature batteries or the rapidly-developing hydrogen fuel cell technology is unclear…. more»
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Shocking Find: B&Z Electra King Project Cars
Incredibly, Barn Finds has featured this next oddity a number of times over the years. Here on craigslist are two Electra King three-wheelers for sale, $1,500 for the pair, or sold separately! These are project cars. The seller indicates… more»
