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Ford Track’ter: 1941 Ford N9 Tractor

Even though I’m a lifelong fan and aficionado of old tractors, I’ve never seen one of these before. Although, I’m sure that one of you has. This is a 1941 Ford 9N tractor and it will be at auction on… more»

Hip to be Square: 1968 VW Type 3 Squareback

I grew up with Volkswagen Beetles but I have always wanted a Type 3 of any variety: a Fastback, Notchback, or especially a Squareback. This 1968 VW Type 3 Squareback Baja is on Craigslist in Hesperia, California with an asking price… more»

1967 Fiat Ferves Ranger: The Original Jeep Renegade?

Thanks to Scotty G. for the tip on this amazing and funny little car. This little Fiat (the one on the left) certainly is cute and it seems like it should have a place to put your feet down… more»

Tough L’il Truck: 1998 Daihatsu HiJet 4×4

I know, it’s small; smaller than small, if not even smaller than that. But, if these trucks are tough enough for Texans and Coloradans, they’re tough enough for me. This 1998 Daihatsu HiJet 4×4 mini truck is for sale at… more»

Cut It Out: 1988 Chevy Suburban

Let’s face it: rust is the enemy and it makes all of our lives harder when it begins to encroach on sheetmetal. While we often just want to yank it out, it’s rarely that easy – rust is an… more»

Subaru Powered Vanatruck: 1980 VW Vanagon Pickup

Here is another custom pickup! Who knew that people had so much free time on their hands? This 1980 Volkswagen Vanagon custom pickup is listed for sale here on Craigslist in Gresham, Oregon, just east of Portland. You knew that… more»

Small Giant: 1949 Crosley

Barn Finds reader and car-collector Eric tipped us off to this 12′ long giant. This 1949 Crosley is found here on Craigslist in Clayton, NC, just Southeast of Raleigh. It’s listed at $2,500 and it sounds like it’s worth saving…. more»

Haven’t Seen Everything – Vintage Bow-Tie Hauler

I get to thinking sometimes that I’ve been around so long that I’ve seen everything. Nothing new under the sun, nothing can surprise me. Occasionally, I am proven wrong about that. Rarely is it as spectacular as this. If… more»

Homebuilt Hydroplane: 1940s-1950s Race Boat

Summer is almost here, at least for those of us in the upper part of the U.S., where there is more than one season. You should be able to restore this 1940s-1950s homebuilt hydroplane boat by the time that… more»

Trick Trackster: 1974 Cushman Trackster

Here’s something you don’t see every day, a 1974 Cushman Trackster, listed here on eBay in Mi Wuk Village, CA. The buy-it-now price is listed as $3,995 and the current bid is at about half that with the reserve not met. This… more»

Exotic Creature: 1987 Jeep Cherokee Custom

Do you own an exotic animal theme park? If so, here’s your ride! This 1987 Jeep Cherokee custom is listed here on Craigslist in Tucson, AZ. The seller is asking $1,200 or best offer for this wild animal. This a… more»

German for Firetruck: 1976 Magirus Deutz

When we think air-cooled, most of us would picture a Porsche 911 or a vintage Beetle. But some heavy-equipment fans would likely think of a different make and model, such as this 1976 Magirus Deutz fire apparatus here on eBay. Distinctly… more»

Turbo Diesel: 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfetta

As we all know, I tend to be drawn to oddball, quirky European cars. Even better if they were never sold here, as I hate seeing myself driving down the road. This rare 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfetta with a… more»

Seller Submission: Bumpin’ 1973 Cadillac Hearse

There is something morbidly alluring about a hearse. I’ve never owned one myself, but admittedly I’ve been tempted in the past. They can be a cheap, but strange way into classic Cadillac ownership. This particular coffin hauler was built… more»

Sweet Swede: 1973 Saab Sonett III

If you’re as Scandinavian, as I am, you probably like old Saabs. Or, maybe you’re not Scandinavian but you’re as wacky as I am, if that’s even possible. In either case, this 1973 Saab Sonett III that I ran… more»

Bathtub Beauty: 1951 Nash Airflyte

Well, maybe it’s not a beauty yet, but it sure could be with a lot of work. This 1951 Nash Airflyte coupe found here on craigslist in Independence, Kansas is in surprisingly good shape, or it appears to be at first… more»

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