The Sport Wagon was often overshadowed by Oldsmobile’s equivalent, the Vista Cruiser. Both had a raised roof with extra glass and skylights over the cargo and second seat area. They were produced over three generations (1967-72), although the later… more»
Station Wagons
Jan 16, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Mini-Jeep Project: 1959 Crofton Bug
Crosley Corporation was ahead of its time, producing a variety of small-scale vehicles in the 1940s and 1950s. But post-war America would buy anything that moved, and independents like Crosley often got pushed to the side. Enter W.B. Crofton… more»
Jan 16, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Originality Abounds: 1970 Chevrolet Kingswood
We feature a lot of 1970 Chevrolets, of all different models on Barn Finds. There’s a lot of station wagon coverage too but 1970 Chevrolet full-size station wagons are another matter entirely. I could find only one other and… more»
Jan 15, 2022 • For Sale • 41 Comments
Parked 33 Years: 1971 AMC Hornet Sportabout
AMC beat everyone or almost everyone to the punch in coming out with a small station wagon. This 1971 AMC Hornet Sportabout is a little jewel box and it can be found posted here on craigslist in Denver, Colorado…. more»
Jan 15, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Rare But Cheap: 1961 Peugeot 403 Wagon
In the United States, Peugeot has always made wagons part of its somewhat limited presence. Obviously, it’s really limited now given they don’t even sell cars here anymore, but when they did, models like the 505 Estate were among… more»
Jan 14, 2022 • For Sale • 20 Comments
15k Mile Survivor: 1985 Chrysler Town & Country
Dating back to the 1940s, the Town & Country was Chrysler’s top-of-the-line station wagon for more than 40 years. In the 1980s, the T&C was a derivative of the Chrysler LeBaron, built on the Chrysler K platform. It was… more»
Jan 13, 2022 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Muscle Wagon: 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Concours Estate
Life may force compromises upon us, but that doesn’t always have to be the case. Take this 1971 Chevrolet Chevelle Concours Estate as an example. It presents superbly and would make a practical family wagon. Usually, owning such a… more»
Jan 11, 2022 • For Sale • 24 Comments
One-Off 1965 Ford Mustang Panel Delivery!
There are stories of several attempts in 1965-66 to get Ford to build a station wagon version of their popular new Mustang. And even private parties built one prototype. But none of those efforts went anywhere although homemade versions… more»
Jan 5, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
It’s Futuramic! 1949 Oldsmobile 88 Woodie
We cover woodie station wagons regularly on Barn Finds and one of the questions that I keep asking is how does one handle the necessary woodwork? Considering the age of the average woodie, a body style gone from our… more»
Jan 5, 2022 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Great Colors: 1973 Volvo 1800ES
This 1973 Volvo 1800ES has been extensively refreshed by the seller, with recent work including both mechanical and cosmetic improvements that should make this collector-grade Volvo a well-sorted classic for the next owner. The Volvo is not perfect and… more»
Jan 4, 2022 • Success Stories • 11 Comments
Success Story! 1987 AMC Eagle Wagon
We recently heard from reader Jeremy in Oregon that his sweet AMC Eagle Wagon sold through the Barn Finds Classifieds! It actually sold back in August, but he forgot to let us know that it had sold. With less… more»
Jan 3, 2022 • For Sale • 48 Comments
Success Story! 1975 Chevrolet Vega Kammback Survivor
UPDATE – We heard from John and this beautiful Vega has found a new home with a fellow Barn Finds reader! Congratulations to both parties. We hope the new owner enjoys this survivor. If you’ve bought or sold a… more»
Jan 2, 2022 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Family 4×4: 1986 AMC Eagle Wagon Limited
Buyers seemed to have had many more choices in previous decades, especially car buyers. Today, you can basically get an SUV which is most likely your choice, or a pickup, usually with four doors, of course, or a regular… more»
Jan 2, 2022 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Great Miami Collection of 28 Chevrolet Corvairs!
Unlike Ford and Chrysler, Chevrolet’s entry into the compact market field in 1960 was unconventional. With its new Corvair, the engine was air-cooled rather than water-cooled and was mounted in the back. Imagine being a gas station attendant in… more»
Dec 30, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Little Bit of Everything! Huge Car Collection For Sale
Every so often, you run across a situation where a car aficionado is selling off his complete collection. In this case, we’re talking about an assortment of cars and trucks from the 1948s thru 1990 that add up to… more»
Dec 30, 2021 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Original Owner: 1968 Ford Country Squire 390 Wagon
For over five decades now, this car has been owned by a woman in the Los Angeles area where she bought it brand new and it’s been there ever since. That’s pretty amazing. It’s being sold by the owner’s… more»
