American Motors Corporation debuted the second-generation Javelin in 1971 with a body that was slightly larger and more muscular than its predecessor. The front and rear fenders had a distinctive bulge and the interior featured a cockpit-style dashboard angled… more»
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Apr 22, 2021 • For Sale • 36 Comments
One of 341! 1970 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler SCJ 4-Speed
This is quite a find, it’s a genuine 1970 Mercury Cyclone Spoiler, not a Cyclone GT, but a performance car that came equipped with some pretty serious hardware. Unfortunately, time has gotten the better of it, but there is… more»
Apr 22, 2021 • For Sale • 42 Comments
440+6 Air Grabber: 1970 Plymouth GTX
Mopar pop quiz! Finish this phrase: “Four-forty and a…” If you said “six-pack,” then you’ve not only passed, you’ve correctly identified the sleeping beast under the hood of our current subject– an unrestored, but carefully repaired and updated, 1970… more»
Apr 22, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Unfinished Project: 1957 Pontiac Custom Safari
When Chevrolet came out with what would become known as the “Tri Five” Chevies, that included the addition of the Nomad 2-door sport wagon. Pontiac would follow suite with its version called the Safari and – it, too –… more»
Apr 22, 2021 • For Sale • 28 Comments
26K Mile 1956 Hudson Hornet Custom Six Twin-H
The second and last-generation Hudson Hornet was made for just three years, 1955 through 1957. Finding one with just 26,907 miles on it would be out of this world. This 1956 Hudson Hornet Custom Six with Twin-H power is… more»
Apr 22, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Deluxe Hot Rod: 1932 Ford Roadster
The ad for this beautiful 1932 Ford Roadster claims it features original sheet metal, grille shell, hood, headlights, dash, and firewall! With all the reproduction parts out for these cars, hopefully, some provenance of the history is included with… more»
Apr 21, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Barn Find! 1956 Chevrolet 210 Delray Club Coupe
With 19 models in the Chevrolet line-up for 1956, it’s no wonder people get them confused. This car’s seller properly identified it as a 210 with the Delray package. The 1956 Chevrolet 210 Delray Club Coupe in Valley, Alabama… more»
Apr 21, 2021 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Mechanic Special: 1987 Dodge Shelby CSX
There’s potentially a serious diamond in the rough with this rare, project-grade 1987 Dodge Shelby CSX up for grabs in Hayward, California. This is the first year model of Carroll Shelby’s “Experimental” project (hence, CSX), and it was a… more»
Apr 21, 2021 • For Sale • 42 Comments
Update: Long Hauler 1964 GMC Suburban 2500
UPDATE – We featured this 1964 GMC Suburban last spring and since then it’s been somewhat updated and has had a lot of maintenance and bodywork done on it. It’s for sale again here on craigslist in Kelso, Oregon… more»
Apr 21, 2021 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Parked For 48 Years! 1964 Studebaker Avanti
It is a fact that the RMS Titanic sank because by the time the iceberg was spotted, the evasive maneuvers attempted by the crew were too little, too late. The same is true of Studebaker as a manufacturer. The… more»
Apr 21, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Police Package: 1986 Ford Mustang LX SSP
If the “Blues Brothers” were made today, you’d have to wonder whether Jake and Elwood would choose this 1986 Ford Mustang LX SSP as the new Bluesmobile. After all, the original 1974 Dodge Monaco would be getting long in… more»
Apr 21, 2021 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Original 455: 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible
Some owners can be more protective than others when it comes to their beloved classic cars. The previous owner of this 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Convertible has kept it parked in a storage unit since 1981. It has only emerged… more»
LS Power 6-Speed! 1980 Pontiac Trans Am
Author’s Note 4/27/2021: Two of us at Barn Finds ended up with this assignment simultaneously, so this post is not an error – just a slightly different take on a very special car. JO OK, full confession, I’m not… more»
Apr 21, 2021 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Finned Project: 1957 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
Sometimes an enthusiast will buy a project car, and they’ll wonder if they’ve bitten off more than they can chew. Some people will wave the white flag, while others will decide to chew harder in a bid to return… more»
Apr 21, 2021 • For Sale • 30 Comments
American Motors Collection Up For Auction!
Those of us who remember American Motors Corporation will recall names like Gremlin, Javelin, Matador, Pacer and Rambler… and even if you aren’t a fan of their work, you’ll appreciate the excellent condition of this collection, up for… more»
Apr 21, 2021 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Shed Find: 1949 Chevrolet Pickup
A lot of old farm trucks seem to be coming out of the upper Midwest lately and this 1949 is no exception. It can be found for sale in Murdock, Minnesota here on eBay with a current bid of… more»
