I am eternally envious of those forward thinkers who can measure their land in acres. As a city dweller myself, I have to get a little creative with storage; I’m doing better than most, but life is still a… more»
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Jan 1, 2025 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Well Documented: 1976 Ford F150 Ranger XLT
Sometimes it is documentation that separates a good classic from a great one. Take this 1976 Ford F150 Ranger XLT as a prime example. It is a solid and rust-free Californian survivor. However, the inclusion of a collection of… more»
Jan 1, 2025 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rust-Free Top To Bottom? 1977 Ford Ranchero
The seller says this 1977 Ford Ranchero Brougham is “rust-free, to bottom” and despite the primer on the parts that would normally be rusty, it does look pretty solid in the photos. Maybe the primer was just used to… more»
Jan 1, 2025 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Recent Big Spend: 1963 Oldsmobile Super 88
Locating a classic where an owner has spent a considerable sum to ensure the vehicle is in excellent health is always a welcome find. It is also the story behind this 1963 Oldsmobile Super 88 Holiday Hardtop. The seller… more»
Jan 1, 2025 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Falcon Fighter! 1962 Chevrolet Chevy II Sedan
Chevrolet sold a lot of Corvairs in 1960 and 1961. But not every buyer was ready to go in for a car with its air-cooled engine in the rear. So, they introduced the Chevy II in 1962 with its… more»
Jan 1, 2025 • For Sale • 19 Comments
The Model T’s Biggest Threat: 1917 Chevrolet 490 Touring
Rivalries in the automotive world never get stronger than the age-old battle between Ford and Chevrolet. From racing to the affections of their loyal owners, these two storied American brands have been locked in combat for over a century. … more»
Jan 1, 2025 • For Sale • 67 Comments
How Much?! 1972 Schwinn Orange Krate
Our own “pedal maniac Michelle” showed us a nice, mostly original Schwinn Sting-Ray a couple of weeks ago here on Barn Finds, and here’s another vintage bike: a 1972 Schwinn Orange Krate five-speed! An orange bike with a small… more»
Jan 1, 2025 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Tri-Five Limousine: 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air
Most of the time, limousines are known for focusing their attention on whoever is sitting in the back. However, with this one beginning life as an auto that’s become as iconic as the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air, I’d be… more»
Jan 1, 2025 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Tasteful Restoration: 1969 Plymouth Road Runner
While some enthusiasts prefer their desirable classics original and unmolested, others will compromise, especially if the changes are minor and reversible. Such is the case with this 1969 Plymouth Road Runner. It presents extremely well and is a potent… more»
Dec 31, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
First Place Winner: 1976 Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow
The Rolls-Royce Silver Shadow is undoubtedly a classic car in every sense of the word, but it is one that is not particularly appreciated by the broader car community. Sure, British car fans will always respect the big body… more»
Dec 31, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Four-Speed Short Bed: 1969 Ford F-100 Ranger
The archetypal hero of literature and cinema is the strong, silent type, but that motif perhaps shouldn’t extend to salesmanship. This is the exact text of the craigslist ad for this ’69 Ford: “1969 ford ranger f100 asking 15,000… more»
Dec 31, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
8k-Mile Survivor: 1957 Chevrolet 210 Series
When a tri-five Chevy enters the marketplace, it’s hard to know upfront what to expect, as so many have already been restored or modified. However, examples falling into the survivor category are getting fewer and farther between, and this… more»
Dec 31, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Running Project: 1974 Plymouth Scamp
Plymouth and Dodge were always copying one another within the Chrysler camp. For example, Plymouth brought out the successful Duster in 1970 and Dodge followed suit with the Demon in 1971. Also, Dodge introduced the Dart Swinger in 1969,… more»
Dec 31, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Mystery Car: 1953 Mercury 4-Door Sedan
When most sellers want their vintage car to sell, they list it with a full description (including history) and a variety of photographs. In the case of this 1953 Mercury, the seller has done the opposite. All we’re told… more»
Dec 31, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rare Forward Control Cab! 1974 Land Rover Santana 1300
Answering customer requests for a vehicle to transport larger, heavier objects while utilizing its existing 109 inch wheelbase, Land Rover launched this cab-forward option in 1962. (edit:) “Land Rover Santana” models were built by Santana in Spain, and Santana… more»
Dec 31, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Overland Ready: 1992 Mitsubishi Delica
One of the more interesting trends over the last few years is how the world of JDM imports evolved to include funky 4WD vans that made it possible to go overlanding – and in doing so, spurred an entire… more»
