So, the question is, “Can you take the Vega-ness out of a Vega?” The Chevrolet Vega (1971-1977) rightly takes its lumps for the “lump” that was its engine. It had other foibles too but the iron head, aluminum block… more»
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Built V8: 1973 AMC Gremlin Levi’s Edition
This review of a 1973 AMC Gremlin with the Levis Custom Trim package will be interpretive. The seller states, “Actual mileage unknown. Car appears to be original. Tons of documents to justify” and that’s it, not another single word…. more»
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Volvo B18 Powered 1950 MG TD Roadster
MG TDs are fun to drive. They handle great and make good Sunday drivers. Add more power though and things really start to get exciting! This roadster may look stock but there’s a big Volvo engine under the bonnet…. more»
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Michigan Car Collection Plus House!
While collections of cars offered for sale as a package deal aren’t rare, seldom do you see one that comes with a house. That’s the case here, though we don’t get to see the abode in the photos nor… more»
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Munster Mobile! 1964 Dragula
The Dragula was a coffin-shaped dragster created by George Barris for use in The Munsters TV show and its subsequent movie of the mid-1960s. This custom was the last of five that were built and could be the most… more»
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Magazine Star! 1927 Ave-T Track T
This beautiful “T” is one of five produced by brothers Steve and Phil Averre of the Ave-T corporation in the early 1980’s. It was featured in a magazine and looks just as good in pictures now as it did… more»
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GN Turbo Powered! 1962 Buick LeSabre
Sporting stylized ventiports like Buicks of the past, this classic “runs and drives great” according to the seller. Most interestingly, this 1961 Buick LeSabre in Cumming, Georgia hides a big high-tech surprise under its weathered hood. A turbocharged late… more»
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This Coffin Hot Rod Could Be A Wild Last Ride!
This speedy coffin is licensed, insured, and registered as a 1972 Chevrolet truck, but as you can see any original truck parts died a long time ago! It’s listed for sale here on craigslist and is located in Poway,… more»
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Cool & Unusual Rod! 1934 Austin Bantam
This cool street rod is several degrees from the norm, and I love it! While the fiberglass ’34 Austin Bantam body isn’t that unusual, the chassis and drivetrain choices certainly are. Thanks to reader Matt R. for alerting us… more»
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Compact Custom: 1961 Vintage Hot Rod
Eclectic is such a great word. It also best encapsulates the vehicles that we see appearing on our desks here at Barn Finds. Regular readers will be used to seeing a wide assortment of desirable muscle cars, pony cars,… more»
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DIY Dirt Track Racer! Modified 1929 Ford Model A
The Model A, like the Model T before it, was offered in a multitude of body styles. This 1929 example was originally a “sport coupe,” but was converted to a roadster design, and was a dirt track racer for… more»
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Old School Cool: 1932 Ford Model A Coupe
Have you ever looked at a classic car and your bank account and realized that the two aren’t compatible? Yeah, me too. That is the dilemma that I face with this 1932 Ford Model A Coupe because as much… more»
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Hoard of Mopars and More in Texas!
Once upon a time, a Texas named John Haynie took a liking to Chrysler products and started amassing a collection of them. By the time he passed away at the age of 52, his arsenal had grown to more… more»
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Big Estate Sale: Mostly Fords and Model Trains!
When I see an estate sale involving several cars, I always wonder how they came to be gathered in one location and why. Case-in-point is this group of 21 cars located in a huge garage on a large piece… more»
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Split Window Conversion: 1964 Corvette Coupe
There’s a bit of a mystery with this listing, but you shouldn’t worry about it too much—just accept this lovely car for what it is. The offering is for a very original 1964 Corvette in black with a 327… more»
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Old School Cool: 1937 Chevrolet 2-Door Sedan
If we were to trace the roots of the hot rod scene in America, it has a history that now dates back a century. When Prohibition came into force in 1920, it led to an entire industry in bootlegging…. more»
