Trucks

Muscle Truck: 1969 Chevrolet El Camino SS 396

Once the El Camino shifted to the mid-size Chevelle platform in 1964, it could be equipped like most any other Chevelle. That includes the SS 396 which was an option on the El Camino in 1969. The seller’s car… more»

Patina Pickup: 1948 Chevrolet 3100

Tastes evolve, and I openly admit that I am a late convert to the work of classic Pickups. I once viewed them as nothing but workhorses, but I have grown to appreciate the insight they offer into less complicated… more»

Ranchero Alternative: 1959 Chevrolet El Camino

Chevrolet rolled out the El Camino in 1959 as a coupe utility vehicle to keep up with the Ford Ranchero. Like the Ford, it was based on a 2-door station wagon. As a full-size vehicle, it only ran for… more»

Drive It Anywhere: 1985 Chevrolet K5 Blazer

Taking a low mileage specimen and restoring it is a bit of a calculated risk in the collector vehicle world. First of all, you have to truly weigh up and down how the outside world will respond to your… more»

The Highlander! 1972 Chevrolet C-10

Spicing up its outgoing trucks in this body style’s final year, Chevrolet offered three “Highlander” packages for ’72, and this 1972 Chevrolet C-10 in Shuqualak, Mississippi came decked out with the top level C package including tilt wheel, air… more»

1-of-1: 1991 Ford F-150 Ramp Truck

One of the most significant hurdles to hauler ownership is maneuverability. These vehicles can be unwieldy, making accessing parking lots and tight environments virtually impossible. This 1991 Ford F-150 could alleviate that problem. It is a genuine 1-of-1 prototype… more»

Parked Over 30 Years: 1982 Ford F-100 Flareside

First things first, this 1982 Ford F-100 Flareside shortbed pickup is wearing Jeep shoes. I don’t know why the former owner put Jeep wheels on a Ford but they don’t look bad, it’s just that embossed JEEP on each… more»

Rare Pickup: 1938 Studebaker K5 Coupe Express

We’ve seen plenty of classic Pickups over the past decade at Barn Finds, but one of the rarest of the breed is the Studebaker Coupe Express. Only ten of these stunning vehicles have graced this site, with our feature… more»

SUV Survivor: 1985 Chevrolet S10 Blazer

When you see a vehicle like the first-generation Chevrolet S10 Blazer pop up for sale, it can make you do a double-take. These early SUVs used to be everywhere, but now it’s more than a challenge to find a… more»

Simply Red: No Reserve 1979 Ford F-100 Custom Pickup

My late father-in-law was a diehard N.C. State Wolfpack graduate and fan and had a lot of red clothing in his closet. He also owned his own construction company and always drove a red Ford F100 pickup truck to… more»

Restoration In Progress: 1970 Chevrolet Blazer K5

Sometimes it’s tricky to pick up on a restoration project that a previous owner has already begun, with one of the unknowns often arising being concerns over the quality of the work that has already been performed, and whether… more»

Big Block Dually: 1983 GMC C3500 Sierra Classic

I try not to write like my gender, but this truck is so well photographed in such a beautiful setting that I can’t help romanticizing it. Here on eBay is a 1983 GMC C3500 survivor, with the Sierra Classic… more»

Godzilla-Swapped: 1993 Ford F150 Lightning

Ford’s F150 has a sales record that is the envy of many manufacturers. It has hit a sweet spot with potential buyers, and the company struggles to produce them in sufficient quantities to meet buyer demand. This 1993 F150… more»

SS 454 Pickup! 1971 Chevrolet El Camino

From 1964 to 1987, the El Camino was a “gentleman’s pickup” version of the mid-size Chevrolet Chevelle. Mechanically, it could be equipped any way you could order a Malibu, including the Super Sport option and the hot 454 cubic… more»

One-Owner Short Bed: 1988 Ford F-150

There’s a fine line between a pickup truck being considered a collectible and simply being a nice driver. This difference can lead to a wide gulf in the final sale price. In the case of this 1988 Ford F-150,… more»

Upgraded V8: 1984 Chevrolet El Camino SS

Let’s not beat about the bush. The V8 engine powering the 1984 Chevrolet El Camino SS did not provide the performance that most enthusiasts expected from any vehicle wearing the iconic “SS” badge. Power figures were pitiful compared to… more»

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