It’s malaise motoring week here at Barn Finds. Yesterday it was a ’79 Volare station wagon and today it’s a ’78 Dodge Aspen coupe. But this isn’t any Aspen, it’s a genuine “Super Coupe” and an unusual take on… more»
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Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 12 Comments
BF Classified: 1977 Ford Ranchero GT
For the person who is looking for a 1970s classic that is ready to be driven and enjoyed, this 1977 Ford Ranchero GT is a vehicle that is well worth a look. It has only recently received a major… more»
Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Chapman’s Creation: 1970 Lotus Europa
To some, a Lotus is a flower that represents purity, beauty, and strength in Buddhist culture. To others, it’s a sports car that was the brainchild of Colin Chapman, a famous race driver and brilliant engineer. In this case,… more»
Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rust-Free Project: 1957 Ford Thunderbird
By 1957, the Ford Thunderbird was firmly entrenched in the American new car market. While many people today perceive the 1st Generation Thunderbird as a sports car, Ford aimed to produce a comfortable roadster. They succeeded in this aim,… more»
Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 23 Comments
440 Muscle Boat: 1983 Century Coronado
On this fine July 4th weekend, you might be wishing you owned a boat this year in the era of social distancing and shuttered social venues. Finding ways to celebrate without violating a rule of some sorts requires some… more»
Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 19 Comments
All Original: 1976 Pontiac Firebird Formula 400
We see more than a few Pontiac Trans Ams here at Barn Finds, but far fewer examples of the Firebird Formula. There is probably an excellent reason for this. The simple fact is that the Trans Am managed to… more»
Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Six-Figure Potential: 1965 Jaguar E-Type Series I
Project cars with the potential to command solid six-figure values once restored don’t come along every day. That is what this 1965 Jaguar E-Type represents. A bonus is the fact that the buyer will be able to commence the… more»
Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Brand New National Lampoons Family Truckster!
If you’re like me, the 1983 classic National Lampoon’s Vacation starring Chevy Chase is a must-watch whenever it is on television. With the most popular in the “Vacation” series probably being Christmas Vacation, the first movie is a cult classic… more»
Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Premier Condition! 1979 Plymouth Volare Wagon
Station wagons are a hot topic right now. Two weeks ago we covered this 1968 Caprice wagon and we received 38 comments from our readers. Many recall growing up and riding in the third, rear-facing seat, or had other… more»
Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Shorty Van! 1955 Fageol by Twin Coach
If you’ve been looking for a really unique delivery vehicle or business advertisement, this van might be a winner. It is from 1955 and was produced by the Twin Coach company of Kent, Ohio. It can be found for sale… more»
Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Blue Plate 1984 Minnie Winnie
When a seller calls their vehicle a “diamond in the rough”, there’s a few different conditions that can apply. As far what constitutes rough, it could be the cosmetics, or the location where it’s been sitting. Or, in the… more»
Jul 5, 2020 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Sports Car Survivor: 1979 Triumph TR7
You’d be forgiven if the Triumph TR7 doesn’t exactly jump off the page at you anymore, as they’ve been an entry level classic car for years. Sometimes, like any vintage vehicle that has been popular for ages, like an… more»
Jul 4, 2020 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Skeleton Car? 1978 Datsun 280Z
As some of you know, I’ve been helping to clear out a stash of vehicles from a property in Georgia. One the models we have several of (and that has proven popular in terms of how many we’ve sold)… more»
Jul 4, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Faux Race Patina: 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
This McLaren MP4-12C looks like it just finished running the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Of course, looks can be deceiving too, so a deeper dive is in order. Southhampton, New York is where you will find this 2012… more»
Jul 4, 2020 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Low-Mile Special Edition: 1979 GMC Royal Sierra
Of all the square-body GM trucks out there (and there are many), few hold the moniker “Royal”. GM made multiple special-edition trucks in those days, and this example is up for bids right now, here on eBay, out of… more»
Jul 4, 2020 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Runs And Drives: 1971 Triumph GT6
Now here’s a car that’s alive with possibilities, a 1971 Triumph GT6 “for restoration or driving” (not both?) here on eBay in Crescent Valley, Nevada with a minimum bid of $2,500. No one’s bid yet.
