The Tiffany Classic was one of several 1930s neo-classic automobiles built in the 1980s. Its parent company was Classic Motor Carriages (CMC), which was out of Miami, Florida. Using a contemporary Mercury Cougar’s underpinnings and drivetrain, the body was… more»
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Oct 10, 2024 • Exclusives • 22 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1991 Johnson Phantom
Now, this is one you probably haven’t seen before! It’s a 1991 Johnson Phantom, of which Johnson Motorcars may have built 60. There were a few companies in the ’80s and ’90s rebodying production cars with wild fiberglass bodies,… more»
Oct 7, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Affordable and quirky barn find: 1948 Crosley Sedan!
Looking for an affordable entry into the classic car scene? Or maybe another fun and interesting ride to add to your stable of classics? If so, take a look at this 1948 Crosley sedan up for sale in Los… more»
Sep 26, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Flood Project: 1973 VW Thing
Military-inspired vehicles have always found a place in the public car collective. From Jeeps to Hummers to G-Wagons, OEMs have always figured out how to provide some utilitarian designs to the masses. For sale in Philadelphia, PA, is Volkswagen’s… more»
Sep 20, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Original Patina: 1946 Crosley Sedan
All we know about this long-time-stored 1946 Crosley panel two-door sedan is that it “needs restoration,” and that the “engine is out and turns free.” The owner may consider parting it out. It’s on Facebook Marketplace in Easton, Connecticut,… more»
Sep 16, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Rust-Free 1966 Renault Caravelle
About ten years ago, my dad found a long-sitting, decrepit old Renault Caravelle for sale on a dealer’s lot nearby for two grand, so I immediately jumped in the car to go see it. It was rough. I would… more»
Sep 14, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Born in Turin, Made in France: 1964 Simca 1000
It pays to have friends in high places. Henri Pigozzi, who grew up in Turin but founded Société Industrielle de Mécanique et de Carrosserie Automobile (Simca) in France, had known Giovanni Agnelli, head of Fiat, and his family for… more»
Sep 11, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Sportbak Custom: 1987 Nissan Pulsar NX
Over the last few years, we’ve seen a major shift in interest in 1980s and 1990s-era vehicles, most commonly seen at shows like Hagerty’s “Radwood” celebrations. The movement has cast a spotlight on cars and trucks that were simply… more»
Sep 2, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Sliced And Diced: 1961 Econoline Pickup Project
This chopped and shortened 1961 Ford Econoline pickup project is coming to Barn Finds from Henderson, Nevada. With an asking price of $10,000, all the difficult custom bodywork looks to have been completed, and this truck is ready to… more»
Aug 26, 2024 • Exclusives • 48 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1973 Ford Pinto Wagon
1973 was a good year for the Ford Pinto. It was the last year for small bumpers with the original body design and the robust 2.0-liter engine. It was also the first year for front disc brakes, heavy-duty steering,… more»
Aug 24, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Long Forgotten Orphan: 1927 Erskine Coupe
The history of the American automobile is one of expansion and consolidation with a lot of drama thrown in for good measure. As Americans fell in love with the automobile, dozens of companies sprang up to meet the wants… more»
Aug 23, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
To The Batcave! 1966 Batmobile Tribute
Some cars become the stars of TV shows, despite being subtle and restrained. The Pontiac Firebird driven by James Garner in The Rockford Files is a perfect example of that phenomenon. Others, like the General Lee from The Dukes… more»
Aug 13, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Imported Cutie: 1989 Nissan Pao
Retro cars are nothing new and are almost as old as the automotive industry itself. Japanese manufacturers have ridden the trend’s wave for decades, a fact perfectly proven by this 1989 Nissan Pao, which incorporated design cues from many… more»
Aug 10, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Parked 23 Years: 1988 Yugo GVL
How many Yugo articles would you guess have been shown here on Barn Finds over the years? 20? 40? More? This 1988 Yugo GVL is the 51st, believe it or not, if I did my math correctly. And that’s… more»
Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Dad’s Pair: Two 1955 Hemi DeSotos
The seller’s father purchased two 1955 DeSotos to restore, but now they are being sold. One of the projects, a two-door Fireflite Sportsman Firedome Special Coupe, has been started, while the Firedome sedan remains intact. Could these be the… more»
Jul 27, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Storage Find Smorgasbord: BMW Isetta, Pontiac Catalina, and More!
One of my favorite listing “types” is a mish-mash of cars offered for sale by a guy who is likely similar to many of us: a variety of vehicular interests, all colliding together in a cinder block garage. The… more»
