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It’s Baaack! 1974 AMC Matador Brougham

When we write about some of the cars that are advertised on various sites here at Barn Finds, it sometimes crosses my mind as to whether the owners actually take the opportunity to read our articles. Barn Finder Iain… more»

Rare Sport Coupe: 1986 Ford Escort EXP

Although Ford never mounted a serious challenge to the sport compact coupes of the late 1980s, they did try to formulate an answer with the short-lived EXP coupe. A true two-seater, the EXP offered buyers plenty of style in… more»

Solid Project: 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL

Even though it has spent some time parked in a barn, this 1964 Galaxie is a car that runs and drives well. It appears to be an essentially solid car that is just begging for someone to restore it…. more»

Parked in 1965: 1928 Willys Overland Whippet 2-Door Sedan

This 1928 Whippet is one of a group of cars that holds a special place in American automotive history. First introduced as a 1927 model, the car was a sales success, and in 1928 the sale of 315,000 cars… more»

Unrestored Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro SS

As you gaze upon the straight panels and the gleaming Rallye Green Poly paint on this 1968 Camaro, reflect upon the fact that what you are looking at isn’t a restoration, but a 100% original survivor. This is a… more»

Estate Sale Find: Multiple Race Car Projects

While most estate sales these days generally reveal few surprises as it relates to collector cars, there’s always one that makes you stop in your tracks. This is the case with an upcoming public auction in Illinois, where several… more»

Worth Reviving: 1966 Ford F-100 Stepside

Hiding under that healthy layer of dust is a pretty decent looking 1966 Ford F-100 Stepside. It will need some work to get it up and running since it has been sitting for 20-years, but it looks like a… more»

When Miles Don’t Matter: 1965 Mustang Coupe

The phrase “low miles” is like red meat to a car collector.  The term conjures up visions of perfect cars with little wear because they were only driven to church and the market on Sunday.  This time I think… more»

Just Needs Finishing: 1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback 2+2

The current owner of this 1966 Mustang GT Fastback 2+2 bought the car off the original owner. It had already been placed into primer when he bought it, and he has now decided to move the car on to… more»

Mystery Barn Find! 1969? Ford F-100 Ranger

Ford pickups are a passion of mine. I grew up with Ford trucks on both sides of my family and I own a couple of them today. In recent years, the fifth and sixth generation F-series Fords have become… more»

Completely Original: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

While 1967 had been a toe-in-the-water exercise for Chevrolet with the Z28 with only 602 cars rolling off the production line, 1968 saw the Z28 really start to hit its stride. With 7,199 cars being built, people had realized… more»

Parked in the 1980s: 1963½ Mercury Marauder

This 1963½ Mercury Marauder can rightly be referred to as an original survivor. This is a car that not only still wears its original paint and interior trim, but what lurks under the hood is also original. After being… more»

Period Hot Rod: 1930 Ford Model A

From day one, the Ford Model A was the go-to car for anyone wanting to build a hot rod. Over the years, hot rodding style and customization have changed wildly but one thing has remained, the Model A. Over… more»

Cheap 1961 Dodge Town Panel Barn Find!

For anyone lamenting the fact that every vehicle seems to be priced way out of reach these days, check out this 1961 Dodge D100 Town Panel. It can be found here on eBay in Seldon, New York with an… more»

Daily Driver: 1992 Dodge Ramcharger LE Survivor

On a recent junkyard visit, I saw an old Ramcharger going into the yard – its final resting place. The fenders were rotted out, the tires were clearly cheap mudders, and the interior was in shambles. Sadly, I see… more»

Grandpa’s Hot Rod: 1996 Buick Roadmaster LT1

While the hubbub around new-age car shows like Radwood has focused largely on imports and exotica, emerging classics like this 1996 Buick Roadmaster should be included in the same conversation about iconic youngtimers. While the Impala SS tends to… more»