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Red & Ready: 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix

For 1969, Pontiac sought to make a bold redesign of its full-size personal luxury car. This all-new third-generation Grand Prix would abandon its full-size roots for the G-body platform, creating a sleek luxury coupe that seemed equal parts sophistication… more»

Spinner Grill: 1950 Studebaker Champion

We’re looking at the extravagant prow of a 1950 Studebaker Champion. Whose idea was this anyhow! It reminds me of Little Red Riding Hood saying to the Wolf, “Grandmother, what big teeth you have!” As we all know, that… more»

Stored 30 Years: 1956 Chevrolet 210 Tri-Carb

For drivers who liked things sort of middle-of-the-road, the Chevrolet 210 was the ideal choice for Tri-Five buyers, as it was a step up from the base 150 yet less expensive than the slightly more luxurious Bel Air.  Fortunately,… more»

Long-Stored Heavy Chevy: 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

It isn’t every day that a true Heavy Chevy pops up for sale, especially one that’s described as all-original and still wearing its factory paint. Listed here on craigslist out of Visalia, this 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle Heavy Chevy SS-package… more»

Cheap 1950 Chevrolet Sedan Delivery Project

I remember a time, probably not long after the Sedan Delivery body style fell out of favor, that they were still pretty common, and I recognized them for what I thought they were, an unusual window-blocked-out sort of station… more»

Nicely Upgraded 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T

This 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T is one of those cars that started out strong, but it became even mightier during the first restoration, which took place about 15 years ago.  The seller has been tasked with selling a few… more»

Nicest One Left? 1973 Buick Century Regal

The Regal debuted in 1973 as Buick’s equivalent of the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme and the Pontiac Grand Prix. The first generation was based on GM’s new Colonnade A-body platform and had a formal roofline instead of the fastback of… more»

Factory U-Code Big Block: 1972 Chevrolet Monte Carlo

Major changes to the Chevrolet Monte Carlo were just around the corner in 1973, as that’s when the new Colonnade styling would begin dazzling General Motors buyers for the next several years, with the MC being one of the… more»

No Reserve 1968 Dodge Charger Project

Are you feeling brave? You are? That’s good, because you will need every ounce of your bravery to drag this American icon back from the brink. Hiding in this carport (which is included in the sale) is a 1968… more»

Early BMX Bike? Late-1970s Schwinn Hurricane 5

It’s time to think about winter restoration projects for a few million of us who live where it gets cold, snowy, icy, horrible, ridiculous, why-do-I-live-here, wait, where was I going with this? Oh yeah, with three or four months… more»

BF Exclusive: 1979 Ford Ranger With 460 Power

Some trucks come with a story that goes well beyond the usual “ran when parked,” and this 1979 Ford Ranger—now listed as a Barn Finds Exclusive—falls squarely into that category. According to the seller, this pickup has been in… more»

BF Auction: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7

Some cars carry their history with them, not just in paperwork but in how carefully they’ve been treated over the decades. This 1968 Mercury Cougar XR-7—now listed as a Barn Finds Auction—has that kind of story. It shows around… more»

Documented Survivor: 1968 Mercury Cyclone GT

Sometimes a car comes along that feels like a time capsule more than a project, and this 1968 Mercury Cyclone GT—now listed here on eBay—fits that description. The seller calls it a documented original survivor, powered by its 390ci… more»

Family-Owned Survivor: 1968 Buick GS 400

Cars that stay with the same family from new always seem to have a different kind of presence, and this 1968 Buick GS 400—now offered here on eBay—is that kind of car. The seller states it has been in… more»

BF Exclusive: 1948 Chrysler New Yorker Business Coupe

Barn Finds occasionally gets the privilege of showcasing something truly uncommon, and this 1948 Chrysler New Yorker 3-passenger Business Coupe is one of those cars. Located in Tucker, Georgia and offered as an auction listing, this sleek, three-window coupe… more»

Tri-Power Project: 1958 Chevrolet Impala

As part of a General Motors-wide 50th anniversary celebration, Chevrolet introduced the Impala in 1958. It was part of the Bel Air range but was limited to two-door body styles, featuring some unique rear sheet metal. The seller’s version… more»

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