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Just Add Drive Train: 1970 Ford Boss 302 Mustang

I’m afraid your fears that we’re an engine and transmission short are true. However, a lot of this 1970 Boss 302 that has been in storage for 30 years is pretty good–I’d sure like to see someone put it back… more»

4x4x4x4, etc… 1970s Quadractor 4×4

There are a lot of 4s on this one! This may be something that I bet a lot of you haven’t seen before: a 1970s Quadractor 4×4 with 4-wheel steering and it’s not a homemade thing, believe it or not…. more»

24,400 Miles: 1977 Ford Granada Ghia

“Quality is Job 1” had a different meaning in the 1970s and early-80s than it does today. As imported vehicles started finding more homes with US consumers, American car companies like Ford started getting serious again. They had a… more»

East Bound and Down: 1981 Kenworth W-900A

If a riding mower won’t work for your next daily driver, maybe this 1981 Kenworth W-900A will! This is one nice-looking rig, and by rig of course I mean actual rig, like big rig, as in the one Snowman type… more»

$2500 V8 4 Speed: 1961 Ford Fairlane

When it comes to classic cars we all have our favorites, and even cars that we prefer over others. But do you ever look at a car like this Fairlane and get the itch to buy it? Packing a… more»

Rusty Driver: 1979 International Scout II

This rugged project/driver is a 1979 International Harvester Scout II. It looks pretty good upon first glance but there will be some work to do here, lots of work, structural work on rust issues underneath. The rust that you… more»

Land Barge Rescue: 1988 Lincoln Town Car

Although once quite common, Lincoln Town Cars are not spotted with the frequency they once were. Blame it on the fact that if consumers want a large vehicle, they now buy a Lincoln MKZ to get their land barge… more»

Grand Camino: Custom Grand National

When it comes to modifying collector cars, the Buick Grand National is typically off-limits. Most are enshrouded in an air bubble in a collector’s garage, waiting for the day it rolls across the auction block. Not this Grand National,… more»

Tow Ready Classic: 1972 Ford F-250 Camper Special

These classic Ford trucks have great looks, but this Camper Special has more than meets the eye. Factory optioned for towing a camper of your choice, the seller says you can “drive to China and back” in this old Ford…. more»

Dodging Electrons: 1980 Dodge/Jet Electrica 007

This one is recognizable as a Dodge Omni 024 or a Plymouth Horizon TC3, but it’s actually a 1980 Jet Electrica 007! Dang, that’s a cool name, at least until most people find out that it’s a battery-powered conversion… more»

454 And A 4-Speed: 1974 Corvette

Before you start writing that email telling me I’m wrong on the year, yes, this is a 1974 car, it’s just wearing a lot of 1982 parts. It does have a numbers-matching 454 V8 and a four-speed manual transmission, something you… more»

Woman Power: 1950s Fairbanks-Morse Mower

A riding mower?! Come on, guys, you’re losing your focus! It felt good to get that out of the way. This one may seem weird, but Barn Finds isn’t always about dusty, hidden muscle cars. Nowhere in the website’s… more»

Where Are They Coming From? 1966 Olds Vista Cruiser

Back in February, Josh posted about a 1966 Oldsmobile Vista Cruiser with pictures in the same location. I’m guessing it’s the same seller although I can’t access the old auction listing to find out. This car looks even nicer… more»

Dueling Campers: Chalet & Casa Grande

Take off your shoes, get up on the porch, and grab your banjo, these dueling campers are a 1976 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet and a 1977 GMC Jimmy Casa Grande. The Blazer Chalet is on eBay in Olive Hill, Kentucky with… more»

Impostor Bird: Shay Ford Thunderbird

Shay more commonly known for their reproduction Ford Model A’s also offered a limited run of Shay Thunderbirds. It is thought that only 200 Shay Thunderbirds were built, making this replica “rare.” In fine condition, this ‘Bird would be… more»

Black Plate Birdy: 1965 Ford Falcon Squire

Purchased from an 80 year old man last year, it is clear this seller struck the Ford Falcon jackpot. This Falcon Squire is very clean, and is believed to be a true survivor. Having lived in a car port… more»