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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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»
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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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Built in 1953 and Parked in 1961: 1932 Ford Five-Window Coupe
In the world of historians, an item that is a remnant of a particular place and time is called a primary source. These primary sources help us to understand the past by having a tangible item to study that… more»
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V6 Hot Rod: 1927 Ford Model T Coupe
The Hot Rod formula has always been pretty straightforward. The builder takes an older body and fits a more powerful drivetrain under the skin. Most tend to feature upgraded fours or V8s, but I have to say a big… more»
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Turbo Swap! 1977 Dodge Colt
Show of hands if you remember the original Dodge Colt. Well, I do now, but it was out of sight and out of mind for me as far as ChryCo’s rebadged Mitsubishis go. Today’s find, courtesy of Rocco B.,… more»
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Chopped Rod: 1931 Ford Model A Coupe
Some classic projects provide a wealth of options as the owner contemplates how they would complete the build. Such is the case with this 1931 Ford Model A Coupe. Its creator treated it to a chop and various mechanical… more»
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Old-School Cool: 1940 Ford Deluxe Convertible
This 1940 Ford Deluxe Convertible is close to what I would classify as an old-school hot rod. Its body is subtle, but changes below the skin should provide performance improvements while retaining the charm and character of a flathead… more»
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Nailhead V8! 1930 Ford Five Window Coupe
Slammed and flaunting its naked V8 for all to see, this 1930 Ford Five Window Coupe in Whittier, California looks ready to rip. Running and driving condition escaped the description here on Craigslist, but this 95 year-old shows no… more»
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Finish it Your Way: 1932 Ford Roadster
Some enthusiasts avoid tackling another’s unfinished project build because it often involves opening a particularly unpleasant can of worms. However, this 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod is a different kettle of fish. Not only does the buyer see what… more»
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Parked in ’55! 1932 Ford Roadster
This epic find came to light about ten years ago, a 1932 Ford roadster last registered in 1955! Now the former magazine-featured “deuce” can become the next life-sized Matchbox car in your personal hot rod museum. The practically untouched… more»
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Race Car In Waiting? 1978 Plymouth Arrow
Honk if you remember the Plymouth Arrow. I had to hesitate because I had forgotten completely about this Mitsubishi rebadge. Some might say they were forgettable cars entirely but I’m not going to stake a position from that perspective…. more»
