Hot Rods

Needs Finishing: 1932 Ford Coupe Hot Rod

While production cars are often referred to as “cookie-cutter” vehicles that share standard mechanical components, paint, and trim, the same can’t be said for traditional Hot Rods. They allow enormous scope for personalization, meaning that you will almost certainly… more»

BF Auction: 1953 Studebaker Champion Starliner

Custom paint and a Chevrolet V8 set this 1953 Studebaker Champion Starliner apart from the crowd, and this Los Angeles, California classic seeks a new owner right here on Barn Finds Auctions. The seller describes upgrades, including a disc… more»

Solid Start: 1941 Willys Coupe Project

Now up for grabs on eBay is this 1941 Willys, definitely not a wagon, offered by a private seller who’s owned it for about a decade. According to the listing, this project is ready for someone with the time… more»

Saturday Night Special: 1940 Ford Coupe Racecar

Racing is serious business if you get hooked on the lure of hot, nasty speed.  It can also cost you some serious cash if you find yourself “gut-hooked.”  Getting started in any form of racing can quickly bring you… more»

BF Exclusive: 1974 Chevrolet Vega GT Coupe

Chevrolet introduced the Vega in 1971 as a lightweight compact aimed at fuel efficiency and style, but it didn’t take long for hot rodders to realize the platform had real potential once you dropped in a V8. This 1974… more»

Traditional Hot Rod: 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe

The term “hot rod” is used today to describe any car that appears to be modified or fast. However, in the classic car scene, the 1932 Ford is the car that would most likely have a picture under this… more»

Nice Pre-War Driver: 1940 Ford Tudor Sedan

Many people consider the 1940 Ford to be the finest model that the big blue oval produced before the start of WWII. Here is a chance to own a nice driver-condition 2-door sedan version of this car. Located in… more»

Fantastic Foundation: 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod Project

It takes a dedicated individual to tackle a Hot Rod build. Locating the appropriate parts is only the beginning, because these types of projects typically involve a fair degree of fabrication before the owner’s dream becomes a reality. This… more»

BF Exclusive: 1951 Ford Custom Deluxe

I was on vacation with my lovely bride last week for a few days, and before we headed out for our day’s activities, I had the TV on in the background. Since I like old things, I found myself… more»

BF Classified: 1931 Ford Victoria Street Rod

The world of hot rodding was built around the prewar Ford. The ’32 Ford is the car on the album covers, but almost any year will do, and one of the most bona fide of them all is a… more»

Hemi-Powered: 1924 Ford T-Bucket

It feels like Hot Rod week at Barn Finds, with our feature car the second such vehicle to appear on our pages in under a day. While the previous vehicle was an old-school Ford Roaster, this is a 1924… more»

No Reserve: 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod

Regular Barn Finds readers will know my preference for original classics. However, I treat that attitude as a guide, rather than a hard-and-fast rule. I have total respect for well-executed custom builds, and am almost irresistibly drawn to old-school… more»

Real Rat Rod: 1936 Ford Coupe

With so many vintage autos nowadays being restored to perfection, it’s no wonder the owners are afraid to drive them, with most of their travel being on top of trailers.  The owner of this 1936 Ford Coupe here on… more»

Three-Year Build: 1934 Chevrolet Coupe

Occasionally, cars will appear on our desks at Barn Finds that help each of us to realize how lucky we are, and why we should never take life for granted. A passionate enthusiast who had served his country faithfully… more»

Garage Bound Since the Sixties: 1934 Ford Coupe

While many wags have declared that the era of undiscovered automotive treasures is largely over, our faithful readers are proving that is not true.  T.J., one of our most prolific classic car bloodhounds, has tracked down a very desirable… more»

Flathead V8: 1931 Ford Model A Hot Rod

As I’ve gotten older, I tend to prefer original and unmolested classics. However, that doesn’t mean that I dismiss custom builds. I am particularly drawn to traditional Hot Rods. These vehicles invariably demonstrate the builder’s creative thinking, and the… more»

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