The seller refers to this 1939 Ford Coupe as an older restoration, although its updated engine and interior may lead some to class it as a refurbishment. They admit the paint shows some age, but its overall tidy presentation… more»
American Classic Cars
$122k Already Spent: 1955 Chrysler C-300
I’m sure that almost every Barn Finds reader knows of an enthusiast who has spent considerably more than a car’s potential market value in their pursuit of perfection. That is the story behind this 1955 Chrysler C-300. Mere words… more»
Loads of Chrome! 1958 Buick Super Riviera
The U.S. economy experienced an economic downturn in 1958, its first real crunch since the ramp-up after World War II. This especially hit the auto industry, which saw sales drop 30% from the year before. Buick fared worse than… more»
Driving Project: 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe
Finding a classic where an enthusiast can enjoy it immediately and restore it at their leisure is tempting. That is the opportunity awaiting the new owner of this 1987 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS Aerocoupe. It presents acceptably as a… more»
Flat Top Survivor: 1959 Chevrolet Impala
Popular with collectors is the Chevy “Bubble Tops” from 1959 to 1962, the 2-door hardtops with more glass than roof (loads of visibility!). Also cool are the “Flat Tops” which are the 4-door hardtops from 1959-60, but they may… more»
Original 430: 1969 Buick Riviera
Hiding in this garage is an ideal candidate for an enthusiast seeking an affordable, luxurious classic they can drive and enjoy immediately. It is a 1969 Buick Riviera, and while it isn’t perfect, the new owner could address its… more»
Stored For Decades: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible
I’m guessing many of our readers can relate to the backstory of this 1968 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible, as it’s a case where the seller bought the car not very long ago as a project, but then ended up locating… more»
Unmolested Survivor: 1967 Mercury Cougar XR-7
Mercury joined the pony car party in 1967 with its Cougar range. It did so against initial misgivings from within Ford’s Upper Management. However, it proved a wise decision, with the badge accounting for over 42% of the marque’s… more»
Rare Motorcycle: 1962 Aermacchi Chimera 250
Looking at this sleek, aerodynamic 1962 Aermacchi Chimera 250, it’s not hard to believe that Aermacchi started as an aeronautic company making seaplanes in 1913. They concentrated on airplanes throughout the next two world wars and designed their first… more»
81k Mile 1980 Oldsmobile 442 W-30
Update 6/10/24 – The seller of this 442 has dropped their asking price by $2k here on craigslist. Could that be enough to get it sold this time around? Thanks goes to Matt H. for sending in the tip!… more»
BF Auction: 1994 Ford F-350 Crew Cab Dually
Finding a vehicle that can haul a substantial load but still has enough interior space to accommodate six people comfortably is challenging. That’s where this 1994 Ford F-350 Crew Cab Dually steps up to the plate. Its diesel engine… more»
Vanning Roots: 1977 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon
The Pinto was Ford’s answer to the fuel-efficient and affordable imports that were taking the American automotive market by storm. It was built to be lightweight and cheap. Engine options included a couple of four-bangers and a V6. Manual… more»
Bubbletop Beauty: 1961 Pontiac Ventura
The Ventura spent its first decade as a trim package for the popular Pontiac Catalina until the moniker was eventually moved to the GM X-Body in 1971, which often gets mistaken as a Chevrolet Nova. The name first appeared… more»