This McLaren MP4-12C looks like it just finished running the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Of course, looks can be deceiving too, so a deeper dive is in order. Southhampton, New York is where you will find this 2012… more»
Race Cars
Jun 30, 2020 • For Sale • 17 Comments
NHRA Record Holder! 1967 Pontiac GTO
This 1967 Pontiac GTO, known as the “Limelighter” looks familiar. Who knows, maybe I saw it in a Hot Rod Magazine years ago – it looks like a lot of drag cars from my youth. And it was in… more»
Jun 28, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Vintage Racer: 1951 Bandini Crosley Devin
We at BarnFinds enjoy all sorts of vintage wheeled machines, from Avanti to Zamboni, and everything in-between. Every so often, something truly fascinating comes along, and we just have to tell you about it! In this case, it’s a… more»
May 24, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Real Deal? 1967 Fiat 600 “Abarth”
This 1967 Fiat is a former race car, and until recently, it had been parked in a barn since 1978. This is a car that could have a story to tell because while it wears a lot of genuine… more»
Apr 7, 2020 • For Sale • 37 Comments
Cobra Killer? Swift 1972 MG Midget Racer
If you’ve been around the classic car hobby for any length of time, you’ve probably heard the names Holman and Moody. They are two of the more popular names in the performance industry and have had their hands in… more»
Apr 3, 2020 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Million Dollar Barn Find! 300 Car Collection Uncovered
One of my favorite YouTube channels is AMMO NYC, which regularly features the cosmetic revival of long-neglected cars and trucks. Of course, it helps that the channel owner has developed a pretty comprehensive lineup of detailing products to feature… more»
Mar 17, 2020 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Dragin’ Wagon: NHRA Winning 1974 AMC Matador
Here’s something you don’t see every day, a 1974 AMC Matador wagon drag car. No, really! Those hood pins weren’t a Kenosha factory option as far as I know. This one can be found here on craigslist in East… more»
Mar 11, 2020 • Stories • 10 Comments
200 MPH Club? Aluminum Austin-Healey Racer
Is your car quick, or is it fast? An odd question, some might think, but automotive enthusiasts know the difference references acceleration vs. top speed, respectively. This custom-bodied Austin Healey had one goal… go as fast as possible. Facts… more»
Mar 6, 2020 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Historic Racer: 1923 Ford Roadster
Update 3/6/20 – This cool little hot rod is still on the market after two years. The price has been dropped $2k since we featured it last. Find it here on Facebook where the seller is now asking $7,500…. more»
Mar 6, 2020 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Big Time Toys! 1970 Boss 302 Mustang and Transporter
Nearly every BarnFinds.com reader has played with MatchBox cars or similar die-cast metal miniatures. Manufacturers of the tiny tribute cars offered numerous combinations of racers with matching transporter trucks. Few of us collect real cars like Matchboxes, but if… more»
Feb 6, 2020 • For Sale • 8 Comments
SCCA Champion! 1973 Triumph Spitfire
It’s not very often that you get a chance to purchase some genuine racing history! This famous Group 44 1973 Triumph Spitfire won the 1973 SCCA Championship (as well as many other races, including 8 national races that year)… more»
Jan 20, 2020 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Vintage V8 Drag Car! 1960 Austin Healey Sprite
Austin Healey MK1 Sprites, affectionately known as “frogeye” or “bugeye” are very popular among collectors. Introduced for the 1959 model year, according to Hagerty.com, there were about 50,000 sold “…Bugeyes are the most collectible by a considerable margin.” Although… more»
Jan 6, 2020 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Ready To Run! 1970 Lotus Europa S2
This 1970 Lotus Europa S2 has led a recent life on the track and is advertised as being one of the only race-ready Europas in the USA. It’s listed for sale here on craigslist and is located on the… more»
Jan 5, 2020 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rat-Rod Custom: 1948 Willys Jeep Pickup
There is nothing like creativity and imagination when it comes to old cars. And a healthy dose of mechanical skill helps with the endeavor too. Listed here on eBay with a BIN price of $7,100, and located in Martensdale,… more»
Dec 30, 2019 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rare Racer: 1959 MGA Twin-Cam
While certain performance models of different automobile brands can bring and retain significant value, so can former racers that have a provenance or interesting story in their background. Here is just such an example, a 1959 MG MGA twin-cam… more»
Dec 26, 2019 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Retired Racer: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle
As you can probably tell, this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle is a former drag racer that needs to be saved. The car was apparently raced in the Richmond, Virginia area and retired around 1993 after a rear-end gear let go…. more»
