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Rare Project: 1955 Plymouth Plaza Business Coupe

Plymouth may not always get the spotlight in classic car circles, but every so often a unique body style surfaces that reminds us of the brand’s place in postwar automotive history. That’s certainly the case here with this 1955… more»

Low-Rust Four-Stroke: 1968 Saab 96

I think that almost every country with a major stake in the auto industry has their equivalent of the timeless Volkswagen Beetle (okay, purists…Type 1), a car that is small, practical, and well-known to everyone who lives in that… more»

Made in Austria, Sold by Sears: 1964 Steyr-Daimler-Puch Allstate Compact DS60

Anyone miss the Sears catalogue, purveyor of everything from mail-order homes to balls of yarn? The Sears Wish Book connected rural America to a gallery of consumer items. For me, growing up in a small city, the catalog inspired… more»

Long-Stored Find: 1938 Morgan Super Sport Three-Wheeler

Few vehicles capture the quirky charm and mechanical ingenuity of early motoring quite like the Morgan Three-Wheeler. These lightweight machines were born from a distinctly British idea of combining motorcycle powerplants with minimalist automobile frames, creating an entirely unique… more»

Safety Vehicle 1: 1975 Bricklin SV-1

Have you ever thought of scoring a unique, almost one-of-a-kind, little sports car to impress your friends with? Here’s a chance at one, a 1975 Bricklin SV-1 to be exact, and the number attached to it is not daunting…. more»

The Original Dune Buggy: 1972 Meyers Manx

Few vehicles capture the carefree, beach-going spirit of the 1960s and 1970s like the Meyers Manx dune buggy, and this example, listed here on eBay, is patterned after the original “Old Red.” Titled as a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle, this… more»

Battery Upgrade: 1976 CitiCar EV

As instantly recognizable as a Lamborghini Countach, this 1976 CitiCar has been upgraded with a V12 and… no, wait a minute. It’s been updated with Nissan Leaf batteries, saving several hundred pounds in weight and giving a longer range…. more»

1948 Packard Woody With Matching Teardrop Camper!

For many classic car folks, the woody is the penultimate classic car. While many manufacturers continued to make “woodies” with faux wood panels up until the 1980s, the best examples are those found with real wood adorning the bodies…. more»

Wild Thing: 1973 Volkswagen Kubelwagen Replica

There’s always something new to learn about in the world of vintage vehicles. A model you didn’t know exist, or an upgrade not previously thought to be possible in an older car or truck. In this instance, consider me… more»

Unearthed Oddity: 1968 Brubaker Box

Over the years, the Brubaker Box has been an automotive curiosity that has occasionally emerged from hiding despite the very limited production numbers. It seems to be one of those vehicles that often emerges as a barn find like… more»

1 of 15 Made: 1995 Isuzu Navette RV

When it comes to RVs, the sky is the limit as it relates to makes and models. However, this is the first time I’ve ever seen something called an Isuzu Navette that sports an extremely streamlined front end with… more»

One-of-One Royal Ride: 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow Superstretch

This 1972 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow superstretch limo is unlike anything else on the market. Built as a one-off on chassis no. SRA13041, it measures a staggering 24 feet in length thanks to an 84-inch stretch. Finished in pearl white… more»

2021 Bestar BE-S09 15-Passenger Pedal Pub

Just when you think you’ve seen it all here on Barn Finds, comes this 15-person luxury pedal pub truck! This one has electric assist, but it’s meant to be pedaled by 15 fun-loving booze hounds. I guess a more… more»

Time Capsule: 1968 Miller-Meteor Cadillac Ambulance

Here’s something you don’t see every day squirreled away in a garage (or an airplane hangar). Different strokes for different folks as the late Sly Stone said in his song, “Everyday People,” seems like an appropriate theme song. Here’s… more»

Guaranteed Head Turner! 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado Pickup

Here at Barn Finds, we see our fair share of oddballs, unusual customs, Restomods, and the like.  However, I’m not sure we’ve ever run across an Oldsmobile Toronado that has undergone such a radical transformation.  Actually, it was reader… more»

Three-Door Plucked Chicken: 1962 Dodge Dart

Most Mopar fans recall the Dart being Dodge’s successful compact from 1963 to 1976. But for the four years prior, it was at the lower end of the company’s full-size roster. This ’62 Dart is one of the so-called… more»

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