General Motors introduced a third tier of automobiles in 1964, the intermediate. In Chevrolet’s case, it was the mid-size Chevelle that was sandwiched between the compacts Chevy II and Corvair and the full-size Impala, et al. It would quickly… more»
American Classic Cars
Nov 19, 2024 • For Sale • 57 Comments
Leave It Alone: 1934 Ford Five Window Coupe
The inevitable yin and yang of this hobby always boils down to either restoring a car to match how it left the factory or modifying it. Whenever one of us at Barn Finds writes up a car like this… more»
Nov 19, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
One-Year Wonder: 1979 Chrysler 300
A hot rod luxury car isn’t what I think of when I think of the Chrysler 300 series of cars, but I guess they really were. Most manufacturers offer luxurious, sporty, and even downright fast cars – at those… more»
Nov 19, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Restore or Restomod? 1971 Pontiac Firebird
Considering its cult status in the late 1970s, it’s hard to believe that the Firebird was in danger of cancellation earlier in the decade. With a long strike at the Norwood plant in Ohio and lukewarm sales, General Motors… more»
Nov 19, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Cross-Ram Project: 1962 Chrysler 300H
From 1955 until 1962, Chrysler buyers who wanted performance in a full-size car shopped for the 300 Letter Series. These automobiles had the best that Chrysler offered in terms of muscle mixed with luxury. But in 1962, Chrysler added… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Garage-Kept 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
While many enthusiasts focus on an original survivor to park in their garage, some can’t resist the appeal of an older classic that presents well and has been treated respectfully. This 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340 falls into the second… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 26 Comments
El Camino Wannabe: 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado
And now for something from the “Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should” department. The listing is a bit misleading as it describes this Oldsmobile El Camino-like truck as both a ’66 edition and a ’70 – it… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
No Reserve: 1974 Dodge Challenger Rallye
Finding a 1970s classic that wasn’t entirely strangled by emission regulations can be difficult. However, this 1974 Dodge Challenger Rallye coped better than most of its competition, with its range-topping 360ci V8 hitting a sweet spot with potential buyers…. more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Update: 1970 Mercury Cyclone GT 429 V8
UPDATE – This 1970 Mercury Cyclone GT is listed for sale again after it was featured in February of 2022 here on Barn Finds and had no takers. The same seller has it posted here on craigslist in Golden,… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Astronaut-Owned: 1995 Chevrolet Camaro Z28
From its introduction in 1967, the performance-oriented Z28 Chevy Camaro would be a popular model for many years. That included its original run through 1987, and its return from 1991 to 2002. In 1995, the Camaro was still in… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Two-Owner 1973 Ford Galaxie 500 Country Sedan
For three years, 1972, 1973, and 1974, Ford marketed these station wagons as the Ford Galaxie 500 Country Sedan. The following year they became part of the LTD family. I really like the look of this “base model” wagon… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Vietnam Ammunition Vehicle: 1962 Dodge M37
Most of us have a dream garage, or at least a master wish list of vehicles we’d like to own. Two of mine would be a Kaiser Jeep M715 and another military truck like this 1962 Dodge M37. There’s… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • Auctions • 28 Comments
BF Auction: 1960 Dodge D300
There’s no question about whether this old farm truck is a barn find! It’s been parked in a barn on a farm in Shipman, Virginia, for the past 30 years. It’s a project, but it could be a great… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • Auctions • 31 Comments
BF Auction: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28
UPDATE – The seller has added a video of the engine running and a walk around of the car. UPDATE – Additional photos have been added to the gallery. This 1979 Camaro Z/28 resided with the same family until… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • Auctions • 32 Comments
BF Auction: 1964 Ford F-100 Camper Custom
UPDATE – The seller has added a video of this truck on the road, so we are rerunning the auction! Be sure to take another look and cast your bids below. Ford’s F-Series trucks have been hard at work… more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Six-Wheeled Mystery Machine: 1983 Dodge Ram Van B350
This is a rare opportunity to own an unusual 6-wheeled Scooby Doo-themed van. This 1983 Dodge Ram van is a highly custom machine with 112,000 miles. The seller notes that the mystery machine started life as a camper van… more»
