V8 Powered 1962 Fiberfab Jamaican

Here’s yet another one that has escaped my attention, a 1962 “Jamaican” kit body offered by a defunct company known as Fiberfab. I have to admit that I’m amazed at the number of former kit car companies that continue… more»

The Last Of It’s Kind: 1956 Packard Clipper Custom

The proud history of Packard essentially ends here, with cars like the rare 1956 Clipper Custom on offer here on eBay for a $9,100 Buy It Now in Mechanicsville, Maryland. It’s a very tidy car that the fairly modest… more»

Barn Find 1971 Plymouth Road Runner

This 1971 Plymouth Road Runner apparently came out of a West Texas barn, where it had been parked for a number of years. The previous owner purchased it in 1974 but passed away and his widow parked it as… more»

Hurst Shifter Project: 1972 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme

The Supreme was the premium Cutlass offering beginning in 1966 and in production for more than 30 years. By the 1970s, it had become not only the most popular car in the Oldsmobile line-up but the best-selling mid-size car… more»

Stored 30 Years: 1969 Chevrolet Impala 396 V8

The Impala would be Chevrolet’s best-selling car throughout the 1960s, including 777,000 copies in  1969 alone. While a small-block V8 was the most common powerplant, you could order a 396 engine in any full-size Chevy, including the seller’s ’69… more»

Rare Fastback! 1969 Sunbeam Alpine GT

With a mere 4000 or so exported to America (according to the seller), the Sunbeam Alpine GT makes a rare site indeed. This 1969 specimen in West Bloomfield, Michigan is presented as having “no rust,” and would certainly make… more»

390 Powered: 1963 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

1963 was the end of the road for the third generation Ford Thunderbird, which only lasted for three model years between 1961-1963.  Ford managed to sell over 63,000 Thunderbirds in 1963, but less than 6,000 were convertibles so the… more»

Wild Prototype: 1965 Mayan Magnum

If you can honestly tell me you’ve ever heard or seen this car in person, I will gladly buy you a drink if our paths ever cross. This is a one-of-one 1965 Mayan Magnum, a custom creation straight from… more»

Surf Van? 1964 Ford Falcon Club Wagon

Despite having a leaking head gasket, bidding is going strong for this cool 1964 Ford Econoline Falcon Club Wagon, which is undoubtedly a perfect option for those of you who live near a beach and happen to own a… more»

Ponton Project: 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190B

Imagine having a model of car that is colloquially referred to as a “ponton” which translates loosely into “a landing barge”. Doesn’t sound too enticing, does it? Nevertheless, that’s the term being bandied about to describe what is essentially… more»

Rare Interior: 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe

This 1965 Chevrolet Corvette coupe is an interesting mix of modifications and options, and is yet another Corvette of this vintage that is missing its original engine and transmission. It’s like all the guys with early 60s Corvettes that… more»

427 Powered Estate: 1968 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon

High-powered family wagons are a favorite segment of our favorite muscle cars here at Barn Finds and this 427-powered 1968 Chevrolet Caprice Estate Wagon doesn’t disappoint. The Caprice is a limited production example in that only 200 or so… more»

Low Mile Luxury Coupe: 1970 Cadillac Eldorado

This 1970 Cadillac Eldorado is a looker, with an excellent color combination of cranberry red over a white leather interior. The two door body always grabs your attention if for no other reason than the sheer size of it,… more»

Parked 49 Years: 1967 Chevrolet Camaro

UPDATE – This garage find Camaro has been relisted. The previous auction reached $8,000, this time it’s up to $5,600 with a little over a day left to go. If you missed the last auction, you can find it… more»

California Cool? 1960 Chevrolet Impala

Everything in moderation right? Sometimes you wonder if car designers follow that mantra, or perhaps consider it after the fact. Take the 1959 Chevrolet for example – that was an “out there” design. And it was a huge change… more»

5-Speed Stepside: 1989 Chevrolet Silverado

A few years ago, a family friend asked for my help in selling a truck very similar to this one, a 1989 Chevrolet Silverado with the short, stepside bed and 5.7L V8 under the hood. I ultimately stepped away… more»

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