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Cushman Trackster: Going Places!

The Cushman Trackster was introduced in 1970 as a vehicle that could “…take you to places you couldn’t go before!” and I think that still holds true today. This one is listed for sale here on eBay and is… more»

Backyard Fastback Find: 1969 Volkswagen Type III

This 1969 Volkswagen Type III Fastback was found baking in the Florida sun in the proverbial little old lady’s backyard, according to the listing. It runs and drives and aside from the sun-scorched paint and interior, it looks quite… more»

Epic History! 1918 American LaFrance

How many 101-year old vehicles for sale do you know of that come with their entire history including a picture of it at the factory! That’s the case for this 1918 American LaFrance Type 12/75 fire engine which is… more»

Restomod Pod: 1981 HMV Free-Way

We have seen many restomods here at Barn Finds over the years, but I have never seen a 1981 HMV Free-Way restomod. This three-wheeled gem can be found here on eBay in St. Louis, MO and the current bid… more»

Rare Pulse Predecessor: 1982 Litestar

This rare beast is hard to classify. Is it a motorcycle? Is it a car? Is it an airplane? Is it.. well, ok, we know that it isn’t an airplane, but how would you classify this 1982 Litestar? It’s… more»

Twin Stick Survivor: 1980 Dodge Colt

Given the abundance of cheap economy cars in this country, it still remains a mild shock when one shows up apparently preserved since new. This 1980 Dodge Colt with the novel “Twin Stick” transmission featuring eight speeds of travel… more»

17K Miles And AWD: 1988 Ford Tempo

This amazingly clean 1988 Ford Tempo sedan is one of the exceedingly rare models equipped with electronically-controlled all-wheel drive. Before the Subaru Legacy burst onto the scene, models like Toyota’s All-Trac lineup and the AMC Eagle were consumers’ go-to… more»

Rare Soft Top: 1957 BMW Isetta Cabriolet

This tired 1957 BMW Isetta is a rare cabriolet model that featured a small soft top at the edge of the roof panel. Not very many were made and they rarely pop up for sale, particularly in project car… more»

Hunting Truck Alternative: ASV 2800

This ASV 2800 is a nifty track truck that has been fitted with an aftermarket pickup truck cap to make it into a compelling utility vehicle for off-road activities like hunting and camping. Originally designed as a mini trail… more»

Bargain Rarity: 1975 Chevrolet Cosworth Vega

As I’m sure long-time Barn Finds readers know, owning a Cosworth Vega is on my bucket list. This one is remarkably inexpensive so far at a current high bid of only $647 without a reserve, but the issues it… more»

Tiny RollsWagon: 1969 VW Beetle

Need a little luxo-posing in your life? Can’t afford that new Rolls you have been eyeing? Well here’s a solution on the cheap, a 1969 VW Beetle with a “RollsWagon” nose piece, located in Tuxedo Park, New York. It… more»

$2,500 1977 AMC Pacer Wagon

AMC introduced the Pacer wagon in 1977 to what I was surprised to find was generally good press from automotive magazines. While some “enthusiasts” can’t see the appeal of the wide compact, I admit to being a Pacer fan… more»

Fastest Find Ever! 1968 Challenger 2 Streamliner

Challenger 2 may well be the fastest car we have ever featured here at Barn Finds! Thanks to reader Patrick S. for sending in the auction listing for this record breaker where it’s being sold at Mecum’s January Kissimmee,… more»

Tiny House Truck: 1948 Ford F4

The tiny house movement has been popular over the past decade or so. It has even spawned many television shows where people downsize their dwellings in an attempt to live a more simple life. Most tiny houses that are… more»

One Fun Find: 1971 Sears and Roebuck Funderbird

When you think Barn Finds, you probably think of an original rare car that has been squirreled away for years and finally, after an interminable slumber, it sees the light of day again. Well, those might seem like the… more»

The CEO’s Car: 1990 Avanti Touring Sedan

There’s always a lesson to be learned and here’s mine for today, a 1990 Avanti, four-door sedan, located in Columbus, Ohio and available here on eBay for a current bid of $4,450. The lesson for me is that while… more»

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