Never Seen The Road? 1931 Ford Model A

It isn’t unusual to find classics that have spent decades squirreled away in a barn, but this 1931 Ford Model A is an extraordinary discovery. It is staggering to think that this beauty has ninety-four years under its belt,… more»

51k Miles: 1962 Mercury Meteor Custom V8

The Meteor nameplate, a nod to the burgeoning Space Race, had been used by Ford of Canada since the 1950s. However, for a brief period in the 1960s, the moniker was applied to a new mid-size car sold by… more»

Project or Parts? 1969 Chevrolet Corvette

Time can treat some classics more kindly than others. This 1969 Chevrolet Corvette graphically demonstrates how severely a desirable vehicle can deteriorate if life hasn’t been favorable. The seller is blunt with their assessment, raising the question of whether… more»

25k Mile 4-Speed Survivor: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

With around 282,000 produced, the 1979 Chevrolet Camaro saw the highest number of units roll off the assembly line during the entire second generation, which was a long run, lasting all the way from the 1970 model until 1981. … more»

Once In A Barn: 1956 Chevrolet Bel Air

Chevrolet had a hit on their hands with what would become known as the “Tri-Fives” of 1955-57. Some of the credit for selling nearly five million Chevies during this period may go to the return of a V8 engine… more»

BF Auction: 1977 Chevrolet Corvette L-82

This 1977 Chevrolet Corvette left the factory powered by the range-topping L-82 version of Chevrolet’s 350ci V8. It provided very respectable performance by the standards of the day, but many enthusiasts craved more. If you harbor that feeling, this… more»

30k Original Miles: 1990 Chevrolet Corvette 6-Speed

Arizona is a retiree hotspot, but it’s also just plain hot. Living there requires a high degree of comfort with soaring temperatures that make Florida look like an oasis, and months of 100+ degrees are not uncommon. That said,… more»

42k Mile Survivor: 1985 Ford Thunderbird 5.0

When the ninth-generation Ford Thunderbird was introduced in 1983, it was sort of a comeback for the model, as the downsized previous gen had suffered a significant drop in sales.  The T-Bird received a fresh new look, which featured… more»

Guaranteed Head Turner! 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado Pickup

Here at Barn Finds, we see our fair share of oddballs, unusual customs, Restomods, and the like.  However, I’m not sure we’ve ever run across an Oldsmobile Toronado that has undergone such a radical transformation.  Actually, it was reader… more»

Small Bumper Find: 1971 DeTomaso Pantera

The early DeTomaso Pantera models remain among the most desirable for collectors, especially the small-bumper 1971 examples like this one. Listed here on eBay, this first-year Pantera is finished in a deep burgundy over a black interior and shows… more»

Cleaned Up Well: 1968 Pontiac GTO Barn Find

If this 1968 Pontiac GTO doesn’t look like a Barn Find, I don’t know what does. Parked in 1987 by the original owner, his niece’s husband has been tasked with bringing it back to life.  There’s a lot of… more»

Mostly Original: 1976 Jeep CJ7 Renegade Levi’s Edition

You know what the automotive industry is missing these days? Wild model names. Yes, this new-for-1976 Jeep CJ-7 used the alphanumerical nomenclature that we can find on so many Cadillacs and Kias today, but it was a CJ-7 RENEGADE!… more»

S-Code 390 Powered: 1967 Mercury Cougar XR7

For some reason, the introduction of Mercury’s Cougar in 1967, such as today’s subject, is one that I clearly remember. It probably has more to do with the styling than anything else, and I was young enough that I… more»

Cheap Cruising Wagon: 1979 Ford Pinto Project

The Ford Pinto is one of those cars that went through the school of hard knocks in its early days of production.  However, despite some safety issues, it proved to be an economical offering to own and operate, with… more»

Plum Crazy Project: 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A

Among Mopar muscle fans, few names resonate like the Challenger T/A. Built for the street with Trans Am roots, the 1970 Dodge Challenger T/A remains one of the most desirable variants from the golden era of Detroit muscle. This… more»

Rust-Free 1979 AMC Concord D/L Wagon

Looking more than a little rough around the edges, this first-year 1979 AMC Concord D/L Wagon would still be worthy of a restoration, in my opinion. Or, at least, worth fixing as much as possible while driving it and… more»

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