Legendary custom auto designer Chuck Miller was the first to take the 3rd generation Corvette C3 platform and design what became known as the Sportwagon. Conversion kits were available from American Custom Industries (ACI) and Eckler’s in the early… more»
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Space Invaders Incoming! 1970 Invader
Although this kit car almost looks like the wreckage from an alien crash site, it’s actually a Volkswagen Beetle-based kit car from 1970 called an Invader. It’s for sale here on craigslist and is located in Ashby, Minnesota. The seller is… more»
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One Year Import: 1980 Rover 3500SD
This V8-powered Rover 3500SD is one of just a few hundred sold on our shores as a U.S.-market model. The exposed headlights and larger bumpers are tell-tale signs that this is a one-year-only version as the car was quickly… more»
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Oil Sign With Oil Baron Price: Mobil Pegasus Sign
It’s probably safe to say that the vast majority of car guys and gals know this logo. Mobil has an incredibly interesting history and anyone with deep, deep, deeeeeeeeep pockets can snag this rotating Mobil Pegasus neon sign which… more»
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Half Scale Gullwing: 1990 Mazda Autozam AZ1
In the US we get only a small portion of the models that Japanese manufacturers build for their domestic market. One of those forbidden delights is the Autozam AZ1, a mid-engine, two seat sports coupe and one is for… more»
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Reach For The Sky! – 1968 Peter Pirsch Ladder Truck
Diversity is the name of the game here at Barn Finds. Recently I posted an article about a 1968 Morris Mini. Hailing from the same year is a vehicle that is the complete polar opposite to the Mini. Possessing… more»
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Long Story: 1960 VW Custom Camper Bus
The versatility of the Volkswagen Type 2 is like none other. The model carries many variants from Panel Van, Kombi, Samba and many more. Custom conversions are not uncommon, the type 2 has been used for everything from an… more»
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Olds Diesel Power: 1980 GMC Sierra Classic 15
Certain topics should not be brought up at the dinner table unless you are armed for verbal battle. I have a friend that will not discuss “religion, politics or motor oil” with anyone because of the heated debate that… more»
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So Beautiful Yet So Different: 1936 Ford C10 Phaeton
There were many reasons why we broke away from England during the American Revolution. One of these was the land itself. America was so vast and geographically different than the home islands, that it is fair to say that… more»
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1940 Ford + Pontiac + ? = This Snow Monster!
Thanks to Barn Finds reader Andre for alerting us to this…unusual creation! We’re not told much from the ad, either, but you can look at it yourself here on kijiji, where the car is called a “Rat Rod Classic.”… more»
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Eye Of The Tiger: 1990 Diahatsu Rocky
Ever wonder how the Diahatsu Rocky got its name? Sure, like its cousin the Rugged it probably alludes to the type of terrain its creators intended for it to conquer. Still, I like to think it’s a nod to… more»
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Machine Gun Equipped: 1921 Ford Model T
Well there’s something you don’t see every day! A Model T in this condition would be a nice little find. Apart from the obvious there is a lot to this classic. You can find it for sale here on… more»
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Penny Lane: 1968 Morris Cambridge Mini-Minor
Located in Gaithersburg, Maryland and for sale here on eBay is this truly unique 1968 Morris Cambridge Mini. It’s a replica of the Beatles “Penny Lane” promotional cars and it’s downright awesome up close!
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A Real Hybrid: 1972 GMC Sprint 4X4 Diesel
A 1972 GMC Sprint isn’t a truck that you see everyday. A lifted 1972 GMC Sprint that has been converted to four wheel drive is really something you don’t see everyday. And a lifted 1972 GMC Sprint that has… more»
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Patina Profit Part Two: 1968 Mercury M250
Keen-eyed readers may recognize this truck, it was featured here on Barn Finds in March of 2017. It appears the same truck has been in several ads since then. Currently it can be found here, offered by sale by Diversion… more»
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Coming Up Short: 1966 King Midget
Post World War II was an incredible time for America. If you had an idea, and the courage to share it with the world, then chances are you could put that dream into production. Even if the concept came… more»
