Can You Save It? 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado

Jay Leno has a 1960s Toronado, something like the 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado pictured here on eBay. That doesn’t make it a good idea for you to buy this one, because even at $4,900 buy it now, this hot mess… more»

Turbo Barn Find: 1964 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Spyder Convertible

The average motorist is content to slip behind the wheel of a car that offers neutral handling or tends to transition gracefully into understeer. Chevrolet’s Monza was a groundbreaking design for the company that also possessed lively handling due… more»

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»

Parked Since ’68: Rare 1958 Pontiac Bonneville

Yeah, its rusty and rough and in need of a complete restoration, but it’s still a desirable ‘58 Pontiac Bonneville Sport Coupe with three rare factory options: Air Conditioning, Air Suspension, and the Sportable Transistor Radio (that you could… more»

MGA Shelby Cobra Replica

There are a few classic cars that make you do a double-take if you see them on the street. Cars that are so rare or valuable that you might not believe you are seeing the real thing. One that… more»

Package Deal: Pair of 1967 Chrysler Imperials

For all you fans of “package deals,” here’s a pair of Chrysler Imperials from the same model year. One is a 2-door hardtop (3,235 built) and the other is a convertible (577 built, so pretty rare). Both need work… more»

Humpty Dumpty: 1965 396 Corvette Coupe

Project Corvettes are seen pretty regularly here on Barn Finds.  However, it is becoming increasingly rare to see a project C2.  A large number of that generation’s survivors have either been hoarded away or restored.  Regardless of condition, C2s… more»

Original 440: 1971 Dodge Charger R/T

By 1971, it seemed the writing was on the wall for the American muscle car as it faced a perfect storm of circumstances that would impact performance for decades. Companies detuned engines preparing for stricter emission standards, fuel prices… more»

One Piece At A Time! 1939 Chevrolet

This strange-looking automobile, which comes with a title for a 1939 Chevy, reminds me of the country/novelty song from 1976 recorded by Johnny Cash. The title of the song was “One Piece at a Time” and it’s quite entertaining… more»

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»

A Classic 1941 Cadillac Sedanette That Needs Some Love

To move from casual web shopper to actual bidder on old cars often involves a leap of faith. You have to imagine the rusty, dusty vehicle in the pictures as a gleaming restoration and source of pride in your… 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»

Original 400: 1971 Pontiac GTO

As we head into an automotive future where it seems that zero-emission vehicles will dominate the new car market, enthusiasts with gasoline coursing through their veins will be drawn to high-performance offerings from past generations. When it comes to… more»

Hot Rod Material? 1935 Ford V8 Convertible Sedan Project

In 1935, one of the most successful cars Ford ever produced – the Model 18 V8 – was given a facelift. By now, Art Deco design elements were influencing car designers, and the new Ford – called the Model… more»

Tidy Driver: 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

While it may not be showroom fresh or 100% original, there are some sound reasons why this 1971 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray deserves a closer look. It presents nicely, with no immediate cosmetic needs. The interior is equally impressive, while… more»

1 of 902: 1968 AMC AMX

American Motors would introduce two new cars in 1968, quite a feat for an independent automaker. One was the Javelin, a pony car to do battle with the Ford Mustang, Chevy Camaro, and a host of others. The second… more»

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