One of my favorite movies is the 1970s classic American Graffiti. It was a high-risk venture for its producers, bringing together a cast of young and unknown actors. However, Harrison Ford, Ron Howard, and Cindy Williams would all carve… more»
Hot Rods
Jun 8, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
BOSS 302 Powered: 1958 MGA Roadster
When Carrol Shelby first put a small block Ford V-8 into the narrow confines of an AC Ace, he unwittingly created a monster. Not only did his Cobras turn out to be beasts on the racetrack, but his revolutionary… more»
May 27, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Hot Rod Project: 1936 Ford 3-Window Coupe
There are certain years of prewar Ford production that attract hot rod builders like flies to a picnic. 1932, 1934, 1936, and 1940 are all banner years for Fords, and within those years, coupes and roadsters reign supreme. For… more»
May 26, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Hoarder Hidden for 40+Years: 1946 Ford Tudor Sedan
I am not sure how things are where our readers live, but, around here, every new hot rod that shows up is perfect from stem to stern. It seems unthinkable to many to display a car built from used… more»
May 19, 2024 • For Sale • 33 Comments
A Classic Combination: 1940 Ford DeLuxe Coupe
Some automotive journalists think that interest in pre-war cars is not what it used to be, however true fans of barn find hotrods know that 1940 Ford coupes like this one, up for sale here on ebay in Tuscon,… more»
May 12, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Fifties Hot Rod Stored 52 Years: 1933 Ford Five Window Coupe
You could argue that many of us frequent Barn Finds because the vehicles here remind us of our past and the fondness that hindsight bestows upon our memories. The sad thing is that as much as we would like… more»
May 7, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Lexus-Powered 1937 Ford Hot Rod Pickup
I’ve always viewed traditional Hot Rods as the ultimate custom cars. Their creators let their imagination off the leash, and typically, all that remains of the original car is its body. Such is the case with this 1937 Ford… more»
Apr 28, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Coffin Nose Custom: 1937 Cord 812 Project
Choosing an appropriate candidate for a project build can be challenging, especially for enthusiasts who march to the beat of a different drummer. A custom or hot rod often provides the best solution, but there is still a danger… more»
Apr 27, 2024 • For Sale • 43 Comments
Old School Cool: 1932 Ford 3-Window Coupe
I have long admired the American hot rod scene. I think it is because it draws its roots from necessity and a time when enthusiasts were forced to innovate if they wanted to slip behind the wheel of a… more»
Apr 18, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Mad Mud-Runner: 1934 Ford Pickup
We see an eclectic mix of vehicles at Barn Finds, from classic muscle cars to cool customs. This 1934 Ford Pickup fits into the second category and has spent time as a promotional vehicle. Below the skin is a… more»
Apr 10, 2024 • For Sale • 85 Comments
Small-Block Powered: 1940 Ford Deluxe Coupe
Some cars create barely a ripple when they appear in public, while others are so inherently cool they can’t help but attract attention. This 1940 Ford Deluxe Coupe fits into the second category. It is a classic that drips… more»
Apr 8, 2024 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Old School Cool: 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe Hot Rod
I’ve sometimes wondered whether we ever reach an age where using the word “cool” is inappropriate. I hope not because it is the best word to describe this 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe. This classic is an old-school Hot Rod… more»
Apr 5, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Estate Sale: 1969 Dodge Charger R/T and More!
It’s sad when you see someone’s entire world being auctioned off. That’s because no one else loved that stuff like the deceased, and the memories he/she once had are all but lost. Case-in-point is this upcoming auction in Ashland,… more»
Mar 25, 2024 • Exclusives • 22 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1937 Ford Convertible Coupe
Modern cars are often referred to as “cookie-cutter” vehicles. Manufacturers typically follow the same generic recipe, producing cars that almost redefine the term bland. Some people want to march to the beat of a different drummer and slip behind… more»
Mar 23, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Refresh or Refurbish: 1936 Ford Pickup Hot Rod
In the yin and yang of the automotive world, the salad days of old car restoration of the sixties through the eighties were met with an equal and opposing force in the form of hot rodding. Thousands of old… more»
Mar 17, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Down on its Luck Sixties Hot Rod: 1931 Ford Model A Coupe
Every once in a while, an archaeological find of recent vintage hits the internet. Be it an old dealership that closed its doors and never opened back up again, or that suburban garage that finally opened up to reveal… more»
