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Rebuilt V-12 with Rare Options: 1948 Lincoln Club Coupe

We profile a plethora of 1942 through 1948 Lincoln Continentals here at Barn Finds.  While there appears to be no shortage of Continentals, you never hear much about the other Lincolns in the lineup.  Once the last of the… more»

Thrifty Rental Racer: 1988 Shelby CSX-T

Many of us know by now that the Shelby Corporation pioneered one of the most clever marketing campaigns ever conceived by allowing consumers to rent its high-performance products at the car rental counter. The Ford Mustang GT350H – the… more»

Last of the Breed: 1961 DeSoto Two-Door Hardtop

In the 1950s, DeSoto was knocking the ball out of the park. The nameplate had migrated upscale from a bread-and-butter necessity in the immediate post-war period, to a fashionista by 1957. That year, Virgil Exner gave the car exuberant… more»

New Steel Included: 1970 Plymouth Road Runner Project

One of the challenges when selecting a project candidate is knowing what a buyer will receive for their money. More than one enthusiast has parked a classic in their workshop, only to discover they have opened a particularly nasty… more»

Price Dropped! 1977 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Wagon

UPDATE 06/06/2024: Some sellers are more motivated than others when the time comes to part with their classic. Around a month has passed since we last saw this 1977 Chevrolet Malibu Classic Wagon, and the price has dropped dramatically…. more»

Amazing Dock Find: 1975 Silverline Antigua 18T

If you’re looking to stand out at the next vintage boat show, or just want a boat that’s incredibly unique and useful with room for the whole family, check out this mind-blowing time capsule 1975 Silverline Antigua 18T. I… more»

Museum Find: 1933 Rockne Model 10 Sedan

By the late 1920s, it was becoming apparent to automobile companies that it was better to have individual brands for each tier of automobile you produce.  The most famous example would be the structure used by General Motors, with… more»

77k Original Miles: 1968 Dodge Coronet R/T 440

We’ve recently seen a few excellent examples of Mopar muscle crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1968 Dodge Coronet R/T continues that trend. It probably isn’t perfect, but it appears to be a tidy, high-end driver with… more»

No Reserve Low-Mile 1989 Buick Skylark

With a lifespan lasting nearly 50 years for the Buick brand, the Skylark wore several different trim levels throughout the decades, with the name starting during the fifties as a high-end luxury offering.  Although the car began losing its… more»

Flagship Model: 1965 Dodge Monaco

The Monaco was introduced in 1965 as Dodge’s top-of-the-line automobile. It was positioned above the Polara and built on the C-body platform, which is also used for Chryslers. As a 2-door hardtop, it had bucket-like seats in the rear,… more»

Original Paint: 1962 Ford Fairlane 500 V8

In 1962, Ford shifted its Fairlane nameplate from a full-size product to a new mid-size platform to fill a gap between the Galaxie and the compact Falcon. The decision was a success, and the three categories would outsell the… more»

No Reserve: 1991 Cadillac Brougham

The classic car scene is varied. Some enthusiasts focus on muscle or pony cars, while others seek icons like the Tri-Five Chevrolet range. However, another group prefers to live life at a more leisurely pace, and their focus is… more»

Affordable Project: 1992 Ford Mustang LX 5.0-Liter

The rising popularity of Fox-Body Mustangs has seen values climb at a surprising rate. The day will come when they begin to be beyond the reach of mere mortals, and even project candidates often achieve impressive prices. This 1992… more»

Owned for 56 Years: 1949 Packard Sedan

While many of the cars we feature here at Barn Finds are advertised as a result of a family member passing on and an estate being settled, every once in a while, we see cars being sold, reluctantly, by… more»

35k Original Miles: 1978 Chevrolet C10 Silverado

While some Pickups work hard to justify their existence, others lead a more sheltered life. This 1978 Chevrolet C10 Silverado falls into the second category and is guaranteed to turn heads due to its spotless presentation and custom pinstripes…. more»

Genuine Survivor: 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A

We are no strangers to the 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A, and we have recently seen a few of these classics cross our desks at Barn Finds. They typically fall into two categories. Some are project candidates, while others are… more»

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