The Camp Fire that ripped through Paradise, California, was devastating for numerous reasons. The toll on life, property, and wildlife was extensive, but cars like this 1957 Volvo PV445 Duett provide a mild silver lining to what is otherwise… more»
Station Wagons
Nov 14, 2020 • For Sale • 36 Comments
1957 Chevrolet 150 Handyman Pickup?
In 1957, Chevy built more than 1.5 million cars. And within their extensive line of passenger vehicles, you could get a hardtop, a sedan, a convertible, a sedan delivery, a utility sedan, and a handy man’s station wagon. But… more»
Nov 14, 2020 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Future Collectible? 1994 Saturn SW2 5-Speed Wagon
Bear with me on this one. This 1994 Saturn SW2 isn’t that old but it’s 26 years old which predates a good percentage of Barn Finds readers. It’s not particularly fast, although it does have a sweet twin-cam engine…. more»
Nov 13, 2020 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1 of 7: 1966 Plymouth Belvedere 440 4-Speed Wagon
Wagons from the 1960s with giant motors are not highly unusual, as the wagon made a supreme tow vehicle for family vacations with travel trailers of various sizes. Thrifty-minded wagon owners would often choose the three-speed column-shifted manual transmission… more»
Nov 12, 2020 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Nicest One Left? 1983 Honda Civic Wagon
I don’t know if a lot of people thought to preserve economy cars several decades ago. Not that they do that now, come to think of it. They’re cars to use as a tool or an appliance. They get… more»
Nov 12, 2020 • For Sale • 39 Comments
Surf Wagon! 1951 Ford Country Squire
A woodie! A for-real woodie built near the end of the wood/wood trim era. This beautifully restored example continues to survive the test of time and termites. The seller states that in spite of its like-new condition, this 1951… more»
Nov 10, 2020 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Nomad Alternative: 1956 Pontiac Safari
Most car people remember the 1955-57 Chevy Nomad, a sporty 2-door station wagon that is in demand today due in part to low production. But not as many recall that Pontiac had its version of the same wagon called… more»
Nov 4, 2020 • For Sale • 12 Comments
430 Horsepower 1971 Chevrolet Vega Sleeper!
The phrase “V8 Vega” has been around nearly as since Chevy began building these import-fighters in model year 1971, and the temptation to drop a big motor in a little car is strong with the bowtie faithul. This 1971… more»
Nov 3, 2020 • For Sale • 29 Comments
14,800 Original Miles! 1976 Chevrolet Vega Kammback
Green machine? Franken-wagon? Whatever you might call this vibrant 1976 Chevrolet Vega Kammback wagon, one thing is for certain: it’s an exceptionally nice example, and possibly quite low mileage, too, with just 14,800 original miles indicated on the odometer…. more»
Nov 2, 2020 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Parts Car Included: 1973 Ford Pinto Squire Wagon
This listing for a worn but worthy 1973 Ford Pinto Squire seems like a deal at $4,500 as it includes the runner and the parts rig – that’s right, an entire parts car is included at that price. The… more»
Nov 2, 2020 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Seldom Seen Estate! 1977 Lancia Beta HPE
The Beta represents Lancia’s first offering following its 1969 acquisition by Fiat. Beautifully styled, well-engineered, and much-maligned, a Beta can be an absolute blast to drive. However, ownership is not for the faint of heart. This Lancia Beta HPE… more»
Nov 1, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Original 396! 1966 Chevrolet Impala Station Wagon
The majority of full-sized station wagons were sold as mundane forms of transport for the family. With a few notable exceptions, they did very little to instill a sense of excitement in their potential buyers. This 1966 Impala Wagon… more»
Oct 31, 2020 • For Sale • 35 Comments
1966 Ford Mustang Station Wagon?
And now, time for something new from the, “just because you can, doesn’t mean you should” department. But creativity, and go your own way, has always been at the root of hot-rodding going back to at least the late… more»
Oct 30, 2020 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Suburban Alternative? 1961 International Travelall
Before there was the Suburban, there was the…we’ll there wasn’t much before the Suburban, but this 1961 International Travelall would be a valid competitor from an independent manufacturer. This one has a pretty long story associated with it but… more»
Oct 29, 2020 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Surf’s Up! 1949 Ford Woody Wagon
This iconic 1949 Ford 2-door Woody wagon is claimed to be “barn fresh“ and, according to the seller, has been off the road since 1972. Bullet nosed and wood-sided, this Ford looks reasonably complete and sports a well patina’d… more»
Oct 26, 2020 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Turn-Key! 1956 Chevrolet Nomad
I would be surprised if many of you reading this post have not considered having a classic car as a daily driver. Mental images of cruising around in a reliable, somewhat modernized classic are common in my household, and… more»
