Competition improves the breed, and nowhere is that phrase more accurate than within the automotive industry. It would be fair to say that American luxury car manufacturers became complacent during the late 1960s and early 1970s, focusing more on… more»
Road-Going Racer: 1941 Plymouth Coupe Gasser
The trend of returning old racing machinery to the road isn’t new, and we’ve seen a few examples of that practice at Barn Finds. However, none have been quite like this 1941 Plymouth Coupe. The seller hasn’t attempted to… more»
Rust-Free Daily-Driver: 1974 AMC Hornet
As nice as a vintage vehicle may be, I wonder if many of us would use it as a daily driver after being spoiled by easy-to-drive and reliable vehicles over the last couple of decades. I like to think… more»
60’s-Era Hot Rod: 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe
Back in the early 1960’s, this was one of countless 1932 Fords that were modified into hot rods. The 3-Window and 5-Window “Deuce Coupes” (a nickname based on the second number of the model year) have long been the… more»
Nearly Ready to Go: 1971 Ford Maverick, 302CID V8
Ford launched its subcompact Maverick for model year 1970, capturing buyers who wanted sporty looks in an economy car. Once the Falcon shifted to an intermediate platform, the Maverick became the de facto compact option. It was never meant… more»
THE Hemi ‘Cuda: 1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda
There was a time not too many years ago when racing machinery typically faced a bleak future. Owners would often dismantle them for any parts that could be used or sold, and the remains would find their way to… more»
Stylish Compact Coupe: 1955 Nash Rambler Country Club
Nash Motors introduced the Country Club in 1952. At a time when compact cars were just starting out, the Country Club was an upscale model and was only offered as a 2-door hardtop, which was also just coming of… more»
American Graffiti Tribute? 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe
One of my favorite movies is the 1970s classic American Graffiti. It was a high-risk venture for its producers, bringing together a cast of young and unknown actors. However, Harrison Ford, Ron Howard, and Cindy Williams would all carve… more»
BOSS 302 Powered: 1958 MGA Roadster
When Carrol Shelby first put a small block Ford V-8 into the narrow confines of an AC Ace, he unwittingly created a monster. Not only did his Cobras turn out to be beasts on the racetrack, but his revolutionary… more»
Solid Project: 1940 Ford De Luxe Convertible
We always appreciate the input of our readers at Barn Finds. Whether it is via article feedback or spotting excellent vehicles for us to feature, we remain eternally grateful. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn… more»
Resurrected Stepside: 1979 Chevrolet C10
This 1979 Chevrolet C10 short wheelbase stepside truck was found sitting in a garage since 1994. The truck was dusty and junk was piled all over it. The half ton pickup is said to have only 37,000 miles and… more»
No Reserve Exotic: 1994 Ferrari 348 Spider
This is shaping up to be a very decent deal for someone, as this 1994 Ferrari 348 Spider is offered for sale on eBay with no reserve. It has a few flaws – some outstanding issues, including the seller’s… more»
Needs Finishing: 1954 Mercury Monterey Sun Valley
Many enthusiasts avoid tackling another person’s unfinished project build. There is always a lingering doubt that doing so may open a can of worms. However, when it is a car like this 1954 Mercury Sun Valley, it is a… more»