If you are not already a major automobile manufacturer, you can try to become one. However, the track record for those who try is abysmal. Just ask Malcolm Bricklin and, later, John DeLorean. While the DeLorean story is well… more»
Canadian Classic Cars
Aug 2, 2017 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Crazy ‘Bout A Merc: 1947 Mercury Pickup
Some collectors, especially those who love fifties era collector cars, like to embellish their cars with accessories that were popular in that particular period. Anyone who has ever seen a J.C. Whitney catalog can tell you that there are… more»
Jul 31, 2017 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Canada’s Corvette: La Dawri Daytona
Known for making Canada’s first fiberglass car, La Dawri Coachcraft offered a surprising array of bodies that could be purchased as kits and mated to a variety of underpinnings. This LaDawri Daytona offered here on craigslist utilizes a 1970 Corvette… more»
Jul 9, 2017 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Clean Canadian Hauler: 1949 Mercury M47
Appearing mostly complete, this rarely seen counterpart-to-the-Ford F-series, Mercury M-47 is being offered here on eBay where bidding is at only $1,250 with less than a day remaining. For those of you who don’t already know, up until 1972, Ford… more»
Jun 20, 2017 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Patina Deluxe: 1947 Mercury One Ton Pickup
Ford introduced the Mercury pickup in Canada in 1946. They were identical to the Ford trucks except for a fancier chrome grill and trim. This pickup was left in a barn at the end of its useful life. It’s listed… more»
May 2, 2017 • For Sale • 13 Comments
O Can-A-Da: 1961 Mercury M-100 Unibody
Most of us know that Canada received Mercury trucks beginning in 1946 due to the fact that a lot of rural towns didn’t have both a Ford and Mercury dealer. They’re quite unusual to see in the US unless… more»
Mar 15, 2017 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Canuck Truck: 1968 Mercury M-250 Pickup
Disclaimer: I love and respect Canada, and Canadians, but it was too good of a rhyme to pass up. This patina-rich 1968 Mercury M-250 Pickup is from north of the Yankee border in Canada and it’s still wearing its… more»
Jan 2, 2017 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Elite Status: 1973 Ski-Doo Elite
Here’s one for you folks who actually have snow on the ground during the winter months. This is a 1973 Ski-Doo Elite and it’s on eBay with a Buy It Now price of $3,995, or you can make an… more»
Nov 11, 2016 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Work Horse: 1970 Ski-Doo Alpine Invader 640/ER
You knew that the first snowmobile post would be coming soon! This one was too good to pass up. This is a rare beast, it’s a 1970 Ski-Doo Alpine Invader 640/ER and it’s on eBay in New Windsor, New York…. more»
Aug 23, 2016 • For Sale • 46 Comments
One Of 16 Remaining! Not A Falcon But A Frontenac!
At first glance, you might think this is a plain first generation Ford Falcon–but now look a little closer, especially at the front grille. Different, huh? Yes, this is a one-year only (1960) Ford Frontenac, only sold in Canada…. more»
Jun 25, 2016 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Canadian 4X4: 1970 Terra-Jet 400 E
If you’re looking for something that almost nobody else has, this could be it. This is a 1970 Terra-Jet 400 E and it’s an amphibious 4×4 ATV, believe it or not. It’s listed on eBay with a current bid… more»
May 25, 2016 • For Sale • 13 Comments
*Dog Not Included: 1979 Bombardier Bombi Snowcat
Thanks to Barn Finds fan, Olaf E., for sending in the tip for this beautiful and rugged machine! This is a 1979 Bombardier Bombi Snowcat and it’s located in equally beautiful and rugged Centennial, Wyoming. It can be found on… more»
May 19, 2016 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Manitoba Mercury: 1950 Mercury M-68 Pickup
Mm mmm Mercury! This is one beefy truck. This 1950 Mercury M-68 Pickup is on eBay in Gladstone, Manitoba, Canada, about an hour and forty-five minutes west of Winnipeg. That’s farm country if there ever was farm country and this… more»
May 13, 2016 • For Sale • 50 Comments
Restore Or Preserve: Canadian Curtis-Wright P-40 Warhawk
Unbelievably, this Curtis-Wright P-40 Warhawk has been almost untouched since it’s 1946 Canadian War Assets sale. Even the fluids are original from that era (no, it is definitely not in flying condition!). The warbird is located in an undisclosed location… more»
Apr 30, 2016 • For Sale • 3 Comments
True Blue Sea-Doo: 1970 Sea-Doo 372
Well, maybe true blue isn’t accurate since these only came in yellow! This is a 1970 Sea-Doo 372 and it’s in Florence, Alabama. This blue bayou cruiser is listed on eBay with a price of $6,000! I’m not kidding, six-grand…. more»
Apr 28, 2016 • For Sale • 25 Comments
Every Kid’s Dream: Fairmont Speeder
In keeping with the Planes, Trains, and Automobiles theme here at Barn Finds, here is a nice Fairmont Speeder for your consideration. It’s listed on eBay with a price of $2,000 and it’s located in Fredericton New Brunswick, Canada; a little over… more»
