Hot Rods and Saabs: Maine Auto Auction!

We love seeing listings for estate clean-outs and auctions for whole car collections, as the variety of parts, cars, tools, and signage is usually pretty entertaining. This upcoming auction at a property in Maine is no exception, with a… more»

Lights & Sirens Working! 1942 Ford Coe Fire Truck

The Ford COE (Cab-Over-Engine) trucks were versatile workhorses, used in everything from agriculture to dump trucks to fire engines.  This 1942 Ford Fire Truck falls into the latter category and was recently acquired by the seller from a private… more»

Montana Highway Department: 1971 Dodge D100

This 1971 Dodge D100 Sweptline pickup is reportedly a former Montana State Highway Department maintenance truck, according to the seller. I don’t know why I like that so much, but I do. The seller has this safety-orange Dodge posted… more»

Original 360: 1973 Dodge Power Wagon W200 4×4 Pickup

It may not be 100% original, but this 1973 Dodge W200 4×4 Pickup is a tidy vehicle that would make an ideal tow candidate or the weapon of choice for off-road adventures. It isn’t perfect, but it has no… more»

Pickup Pair! 1970 And 1971 Ford Ranchero GT

When I stumbled upon a listing for a pair of Ford Rancheros I thought, hey maybe it’s a BOGO deal or a package arrangement. Nope, it’s a single listing advertising two similar cars but they’re still worthy of a… more»

Needs Prince Charming: 1937 International Harvester Half-Ton Pickup

It’s our lucky day. Here on craigslist is another stunning truck, a 1937 International Harvester half-ton project. The asking price is $15,000 and the truck is located in Huntington, Indiana. We have T.J. to thank for this tip! This… more»

Muscle Truck: 1990 Chevrolet SS 454 Pickup

One of the many challenges potential buyers face in their quest to locate a classic is finding one that has been appropriately maintained. The market is awash with vehicles that are a hit-or-miss proposition, but the news looks positive… more»

Perfect for Chores: 1979 Ford Courier Pickup

In the 1970s, a new vehicle category opened up – the compact pickup. Lightweight with small motors, these were economical to run but still had enough carrying capacity for that load of bark dust. Toyota and Datsun dominated the… more»

40K-Mile 1984 Chevrolet S-10 Durango 4×4

This 1984 Chevrolet S-10 Durango 4×4 pickup has only traveled 40,000 miles over the last thirty-eight years which is pretty amazing. I drive that much every year and that low mileage appears to have really preserved this golden nugget…. more»

Super Clean FJ60: 1985 Toyota Land Cruiser

I recently became a member of the Land Cruiser club, purchasing a 1997 Lexus LX450 which is the gussied-up version of the classic FJ80. I can already admit to being a huge fan of this model, as it’s buttery… more»

7K Miles and Supercharged: 1998 Dodge Dakota 4×4

Fellow Barn Finds writer Scotty G. alerted me to the fact that there was a fairly epic Dodge Dakota up for grabs on eBay. Why, you might ask? Well, because I recently bought my first-ever domestic pickup with the… more»

Li’l Hustler: 1980 Datsun 720 Pickup

Anyone who has owned a small pickup truck like this 1980 Datsun 720 Li’l Hustler knows how useful they are, not to mention just plain fun to drive. No, they aren’t fast or luxurious like your new four-door pickup… more»

Solid Survivor: 1988 Toyota SR5 Xtracab 4×4 Pickup

During the 1970s, vehicle manufacturers began to recognize that an untapped buyer market was ripe for the taking. Some potential buyers craved the practicality and ruggedness of a pickup but were unwilling to forego the creature comforts brought by… more»

Parts? Yard Art? Rat Rod? 1964 Divco Milk Truck

Or how about using it as a storage unit? I had an uncle who had an old truck similar to this that he used as a “parked storage shed” at his summer place on the Piankatank River in Virginia…. more»

Good Enuff As Is: 1952 Chevrolet 3100 5 Window Pickup

To refresh its designs after World War II, General Motors introduced the “Advanced Design” trucks. The new style’s first year was 1947 and marked quite a departure from earlier models: the windshield wiper was now inside the cowl, headlights… more»

Turnkey Restomod: 1949 Chevrolet 5-Window Pickup

There’s nothing like undertaking a project build, although that scenario isn’t always viable. Those in that position can face a situation where their classic ownership dream goes unfulfilled. Alternatively, they can hand over their cash for a completed vehicle… more»

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