American Motors introduced two new cars in 1968: the Javelin, to compete in the “pony car” market, and the AMX, a GT-style automobile whose closest rival was the Chevy Corvette. Underneath, they were much the same car, with 12… more»
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Time Machine! 1984 Neoplan Jetliner
While the world of custom cars and trucks may seem extreme at times, it has nothing on custom RV and motorhome builders. Think rock stars, actors, TV hosts – anyone with a busy travel schedule and a few hundred… more»
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Original Owner Garage Find: 1987 Buick Grand National
This 1987 Buick Grand National is a rare find, not because it’s a true GN but because it’s untouched – it went into the barn years ago and hasn’t been touched since, but it also hasn’t been modified or… more»
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1 of 850: 1941 Lincoln Continental
The 1941 Lincoln Continental was the epitome of luxurious cars in the 1930s-40s. So much so that a couple of them were chosen to appear in The Godfather movie of 1972. The seller thinks this one was featured in… more»
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12K Original Miles: 1979 Jeep Cherokee
It’s amazing how many times we hear the story of the owner who fell ill and never got to use their vehicle, which emerges as a barely-used barn find with incredibly low miles. This 1979 Jeep Cherokee two-door is… more»
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48K Original Miles: 1984 Porsche 944
The Porsche 944 is a known quantity by now, but the early cars are generally found in tired, beater condition. The later models, especially in Turbo form, are coveted and cared for, so that’s why this low mileage specimen… more»
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RV Conversion: 1945 Ford Transit Bus
This Ford Transit Bus originally began life as a people mover when it was manufactured in 1945, with its duties including being a transportation vehicle for a fire department. Several years later, it was the lucky recipient of a… more»
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One Of 359! 1952 Buick Roadmaster Estate
I still find wood-trimmed station wagons, produced as late as the early ’50s, to be a phenomenon. In earlier decades it made sense, but by 1952 and “modern” automobile construction techniques in place, it’s hard to imagine that the… more»
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Carport Find: 1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1
The Mach 1 originated as a performance-oriented option on the Ford Mustang in 1969. Ford first used the name “Mach 1” earlier that year in its display of a concept car called the “Levacar Mach I” at the Ford… more»
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454 Powered + Nitrous! 1970 Chevrolet Nova SS
With all the cars we run across here at Barn Finds, as you can imagine we’ve seen just about every reason you can think of given as to why the owners want to sell that car. From family matters…. more»
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The Only 1906 Maxwell Model S
I don’t remember where it was I heard this, but at one point I read that in the early 20th century, there were more American car companies beginning with the letter A than there are total today. Before this,… more»
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Unreal Garage Find: Mustang GT350 and Shelby Parts
There are some finds that seemingly defy explanation. The types of discoveries where you shake your head and ask how this scenario can even unfold. That’s essentially what was going through my mind as I digested this incredible YouTube… more»
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Pro Street Racer Project: 1966 Chevrolet El Camino
The El Camino started in 1959 as Chevy’s response to the Ford Ranchero. Both were based on full-size versions of the companies’ 2-door station wagons. When the Ranchero switched directions and became a compact in 1960, Chevrolet pulled the… more»
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Low Mile: 1981 Buick LeSabre Limited
If you were a teenager in the 1980’s or 1990’s and your parents gave you the keys to their 1981 Buick LeSabre, it was pretty hard to get a speeding ticket. I am sure some of you were able… more»
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Tanya Tucker: 1981 Pontiac Turbo Trans Am
In 1980, Pontiac hired Tanya Tucker to promote the new Turbo Trans Am. Tanya was in her early 20’s and headed to legendary status in the country music world. In the promotional video, I Dream of Jeannie star Bill… more»
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High End Replica: 1966 Ford GT40 Tribute
The allure of kit cars is hard to deny. For a fraction of the cost of the genuine article, you can essentially build your dream car. And kit cars have also come a long way from the early days… more»
