Big Bold Survivor: 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado

I may be in the extreme minority here, but I really like the unusual design of the second-generation Olds Toronado. That “face” that only a mother could love, the size, the weight, the colors, the landing strip hood. They… more»

Cobra Jet Time Capsule: 1969 Shelby GT500 Barn Find

This unrestored but largely complete 1969 Shelby GT500 is up for grabs here on eBay and located in Indiana. The seller is accepting bids for what they describe as a true barn find that’s been off the road since… more»

Parked In The ’80s: 1974 Plymouth Barracuda Project

Having been tucked away safely in a garage since the mid-eighties, this 1974 Plymouth Barracuda seems more solid than many E-Bodies that turn up in the marketplace, and the seller states that it hasn’t seen a drop of rain… more»

Fins to the Moon! 1959 Buick Electra 225

Buick’s flagship Electra joined GM’s fintastic ’59s, flaunting bold styling front-to-back. This 1959 Buick Electra 225 convertible in Marathon, Wisconsin sports a non-running but reportedly rebuilt 401 V8. It needs some metal repairs, but despite the Badger State address,… more»

Barn Find Build: P-51 Belly Tank Racer Project with Model A Bones

If you’re hunting for a true hot rod project with roots in early land speed racing, this rare and unfinished belly tank racer unearthed in Central Oregon could be the perfect starting point. Offered on Facebook Marketplace, this project… more»

Solid Survivor: 1969 Chevy Camaro Project

If you’ve been dreaming of a first-gen Camaro project that won’t require extensive rust repair, this 1969 Chevy Camaro out of Riverside, California might be your car. Equipped with a 350 V8, an automatic transmission, and a factory center… more»

16K-Mile 1974 Chevrolet Nova Custom Hatchback

A lot of us have vehicles that we don’t wash too often, because we don’t drive them in the snow and rain, or in any other conditions that would cause them to get dirty enough to warrant taking a… more»

Options Plus Extras: 1967 Dodge Coronet 500

I recently did something that I have never done before: walking into a dealership to order a brand new car as my daily driver. I chose to throw caution to the wind, ticking the boxes beside the paint shade… more»

Rare Rampside: 1961 Chevrolet Corvair Pickup

Whether you loved or hated the VW Beetle, there’s no question it kicked off a round of innovation at US automakers. AMC put its Rambler American “subcompact” on the ground in 1958; Ford introduced its Falcon in 1960; Studebaker… more»

Twin H-Power: 1951 Hudson Hornet

When we begin to assess some of the marques that have long passed into automotive history, some deserved greater success than they ultimately achieved. One such brand is Hudson, which broke new ground when it introduced its “step-down” design… more»

Relisted Special Edition: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

This 1979 Pontiac Trans Am is located in Tacoma, Washington and is basically a barn find that Mitchell G. sent to us. Before we could write it up the first time, the eBay auction expired but the seller relisted… more»

Rust-Free 390: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible

Most of my colleagues will agree that the toughest aspect of writing for Barn Finds is resisting the urge to park many of our featured cars in our garage. That is how I feel about this 1963 Ford Galaxie… more»

455/4-Speed: 1967 Oldsmobile 442

If you’re the type of enthusiast who prioritizes performance over total originality, this 1967 Oldsmobile 442 deserves a close look. Its upgraded mechanical specifications leave no doubt that it is a genuine muscle car that can pin occupants in… more»

Whole Lotta Red: 1978 Chevrolet Camaro

Red on red on red on red—that’s how it seems you should describe the color combo on the 1978 Camaro seen here on eBay. You can make your play for a bid just around $7,000, though you’ll have to… more»

Good Project Bones? 1970 Buick Riviera GS

When considering Buick’s vaunted Riviera, I believe the second gen (’66-’70) is my favorite, except for today’s subject, the bookend ’70 edition. The sleek Bill Mitchell light, airy, fleet-of-foot styling is still present, but the fender skirts just kill… more»

Lightweight Fun: 1960 Austin-Healey Sprite with Extras

If you’ve been looking for an affordable and unique way into the world of classic British roadsters, this 1960 Austin-Healey Sprite might be just the ticket. Offered for sale on Facebook Marketplace, this example blends vintage charm with sensible… more»

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