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Superstretch Project: 1984 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur Limousine

If you want to make an entrance at the country club, get a regular old Rolls-Royce. If you want to make an entrance in a city like Las Vegas, you’re going to need something truly unique. This 1984 Rolls-Royce… more»

Chevy Powered: 1963 Jaguar Mark II

Offered here is a 1963 Jaguar Mark II on Craigslist near Portland, Oregon that looks ready to cruise down the road tomorrow, as long as you’re not too much of a stickler for originality. The owner wants $10,999 or… more»

V8 Powered! 1971 Austin Mini 850 Custom

The secret to the original Mini’s success was its exceptional packaging efficiency. With an extremely low curb weight, the company squeezed surprising performance from its 850cc motor. The Cooper S was a giant-killer, but this 1971 Mini 850 Custom… more»

5.0L V8 Swap: 1974 Jensen Healey

While it doesn’t happen every day, it’s also not without precedent that a cherished project car can end up like any other donation vehicle if the owner passes on. Of course, sometimes the owner is still alive and kicking,… more»

Affordable Rare Brit: 1952 Armstrong Siddeley Hurricane

We’re no strangers to British classics at Barn Finds, but this 1952 Armstrong Siddeley Hurricane is something different. It is a relatively rare Drophead Coupe that runs and drives. The seller admits it requires restoration, but it is undoubtedly… more»

British Hatchback: 1967 Triumph GT6 Mk l

Before MG launched its GT into the market, Triumph had cobbled up a hatchback based on the Spitfire. The new car was heavier than the Spitfire, and its inline four-cylinder labored under the extra weight. The project was shelved… more»

Little Engine That Could: 1983 Ford Ranger Diesel

Throughout the 1970s, Ford relied on imports to fill the needs of the compact truck market in the U.S. Mazda supplied a Japanese truck badged as the Courier to compete against the likes of the Chevrolet LUV, also an… more»

BF Auction: 1960 Jaguar Mk 2 And 1967 S-Type

Jaguar sedans of the 1960s offered a rare blend of elegance, performance, and old-world craftsmanship, and this two-car package could provide the foundation for an ambitious British car project. The package includes a 1960 Jaguar Mk 2 and a… more»

Rare 5-Speed Manual: 1996 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery has been on my list of vehicles I’m generally curious about and would like to own for some time. Well, some time came recently when I snagged a 1994 Discover S1 with the desirable 5-speed… more»

$2,500 Barn Find: 1989 Jaguar XJS V12 Convertible

The XJS (XJ-S in its earlier years) was a “grand tourer” produced in England from 1975 to 1996. Three body styles were offered, including the convertible that you see here. Jaguar was acquired by Ford in 1991, but that… more»

Big Visual Appeal! 1950 MG TD

I’ll admit it, most MGs don’t usually grab my attention. Sure, I’m familiar with the marque, even though I never owned one. But I did spend a bunch of time in my college years riding around in mid-sixties B’s… more»

Upgraded Engine: 1954 Nash Metropolitan Hardtop

Model year 1954 saw the introduction of the Nash Metropolitan, a true subcompact (its wheelbase was shorter than a VW Beetle) that was ahead of its time in some respects. It was unique as well, being the first car… more»

Celebrity Owned? 1978 Rolls Royce Silver Shadow II

It’s always interesting when a celebrity-owned automobile hits the marketplace, and we have featured quite a few of them over the years here at Barn Finds.  It’s fun to hear what our readers have to say about how much… more»

Vintage Auto Works Replica: 1990 Jaguar XK120

It should come as little surprise that this replica Jaguar XK120 roadster has been hiding out in Pennsylvania. In fact, it hasn’t traveled far from where it was first assembled by a small, 10-man operation in the mountains of… more»

Track Day Special: 1996 Locust Lotus 7 Replica

As some of my fellow Barn Finds writers will confirm, motorsport can be expensive. Building a car utilizing high-end components can cost a pretty penny, even if you adopt a DIY approach. However, this 1996 Locust Lotus 7 Replica… more»

Pint-Sized Project: 1958 AMC Metropolitan

The 2-seat Metropolitan was one of the products that Nash brought to the acquisition with Hudson in 1954 to form American Motors. It was a small British-built automobile that was sold as the Nash Metropolitan, Hudson Metropolitan, and AMC… more»