Looking appropriately sunburned and faded for the desert southwest, this one-family-owned 1978 Dodge B200 Xplorer 212 camping van would be a fun winter project. I used to dream about traveling around the country in a vehicle like this. The… more»
Vans
Sep 13, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Have it Your Way: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan Delivery
The Chevrolet Bel Air is an iconic vehicle. The Bel Air line was born in 1950 and named after an exclusive area of Los Angeles nestled in the Santa Monica Mountains. The car was known for its pillarless roof… more»
Sep 12, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Rumpus Room On Wheels: 1998 Mauck Limo
Well, well, what do we have here? It’s a 1998 Mauck MSV limousine manufactured by Mauck Specialty Vehicles of Worthington, Ohio. The seller states that only 400 of these limo/recreational-style vehicles were assembled but other sources put the number… more»
Sep 12, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Yamahauler Tribute: 1971 Dodge B100 Van
The early-1970s were what I consider the beginning of the adventure decade. Bicycles, especially ten-speed bikes, and downhill skiing were big sporting activities. Another one that really caught me by the neck would be motorcycles, especially offroad motorcycles. This… more»
Sep 5, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
1989 Ford E-350 Police Spy Van With 13k Miles!
Some people like surprises, others not so much. But in the case of this Ford E-350 van, it’s hard not to at least appreciate the startle that an unsuspecting bystander may experience once the double doors open up. And… more»
Sep 3, 2022 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Corvan Camper! 1962 Chevrolet Corvair
The Chevy Corvair was perhaps the most diversified of the 1960s compacts, available in all sorts of body styles. Not only sedans and convertibles but also pickups and vans, like this 1962 Corvan with an optional camping package. With… more»
Sep 3, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Too Far Gone? 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Van
You know when you look at a project and think….hmmm this is too far gone? Is there just a little bit too much rust? Maybe it’s got solid bones but you can’t see past the nests that local animals… more»
Aug 21, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Same Owner 40 Years: 1950 Chevrolet 3100
The “3100” panel delivery was part of the Advance-Design Series of light and medium-duty trucks. The series was one of Chevrolet’s first major redesign after World War II. Replacing the AK Series, the trucks were in production from 1947… more»
Aug 20, 2022 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Workhorse Restomod: 1970 GMC Value-Van
The GMC Value-Van and its Chevrolet counterpart, the Step-Van, were multi-stop trucks/vans made by General Motors between 1940 and 1999. In the case of this 1970 example, it looks like a square box on wheels, which would enable it… more»
Aug 19, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
We Have Shag! 1977 Chevrolet G10 Van
Every once in a while we get the pleasure of writing about a custom van from the seventies. While we encounter a few from the sixties and an occasional eighties variation, vans from the seventies have a distinctive look… more»
Aug 13, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
With or Without Reefer: 1999 Dodge Ram Van
The Dodge B Series (aka Ram) was a range of full-size vans produced by Chrysler from 1970 to 2003. In 1994, the front end was redesigned to resemble the all-new Dodge Ram pickups, with a refresh in 1998 that… more»
Aug 11, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
It’s A Shorty! 1979 Chevrolet Sportvan
Peace out man, it’s the ’70s and that means, among other things, it’s van time! All the rage in that now long ago decade, they’re still a fun and functional vehicle. Today’s review covers a 1979 Chevrolet G10 Sportvan… more»
Jul 26, 2022 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Puts the Shag in Shaggin’: 1974 Ford Econoline 100
The 1970s were a time of mystery. Who thought that Avocado Green was a good color for major appliances? Why did CB radios become a huge fad? Who the heck thought up disco and why weren’t they punished severely? … more»
Jul 19, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Daily Runner: 1970 Ford E-100 Club Wagon Van
A lot of the vintage vans that cross our desks here at Barn Finds are those of the customized variety, and I certainly understand their appeal, especially examples that are tastefully done and well preserved. It’s hard not to… more»
Jul 10, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Tiny Mini-Van: 1958 Fiat 600 Multipla
In case you never heard of it, the Multipla was a 4-door MPV (not much different than an SUV or van today) based on the Fiat 600’s drivetrain and the 1100’s front suspension. It could sit up to six… more»
Jul 5, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Squashed! 1976 Dodge Sportsman Van
It looks like a stepped-on frog! I guess I can see the reason to chop a top on certain vehicles, like a ’32 Ford, but a ’76 Dodge Sportsman van? Well, whatever works for you I guess – this… more»
