I wonder how many times any of us have said, “Wow, what a beautiful Rambler Classic wagon!” I’ve thought it and must have said it over the years as I’m a big fan of any AMC products. This 1964 Rambler Classic 770 Cross Country Wagon is on another level; this thing is gorgeous. The seller has it posted here on craigslist just east of Denver, Colorado, and they’re asking $10,500 or offer. Here is the original listing, and thanks to Mike F. for the tip!
Before snowplows and four-wheel-drive trucks roamed the backroads, winter transportation in rural America often meant ingenuity, and nothing represents that spirit better than this 1918 Ford Model T snowmobile conversion. Listed on Facebook Marketplace, this nearly 110-year-old machine is said to run better than many modern cars and comes complete with removable skis and tracks.
Here’s one that doesn’t grace Barn Finds’ webpages very often, if ever, a 1973 Saab 99. But wait, there’s more as this mobile citizen of Elyria, Ohio, is a hopped-up EMS (Electronic fuel injection Manual transmission Special) edition. Said to have been restored about six years ago, this sporty Saab is beautiful in blue. We have Ted to thank for this tip, and those with an interest will find it here on Facebook Marketplace, where it’s available for $15,500.
This 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am is a running and driving project that still needs some finishing work but has several key updates already completed. It’s powered by a 403 cubic inch V8 and comes with a clean title. The car is listed here on eBay and located with a dealer seller. Bidding is active, and the listing notes that it may sell locally before the auction ends.
If you want a genuine Porsche 911 Carrera 2.7 RS, be prepared to shell out a lot of money. In a world where supercars are surprisingly common, the connoisseur’s choice is a vehicle like, a limited production sports model that defied the standards of the era and seemingly became an instant icon. As someone who is unabashedly a Porsche fan, it’s because of cars like this that you become part of the legion of supporters. In 1972, it could reach 0-100km/h in 5.8 seconds – a number that would be more than acceptable by today’s standards, but just bananas at the time. The seller of this 1970 Porsche 911 here on craigslist has gone to the proverbial deep end building a sympathetic recreation, but it’s still cheaper than buying the real thing. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Curvette for the tip.
The second-generation Ford LTD evolved and changed more times than a politician doing and saying anything they can to stay in office. The front end and grille went from having hidden headlights with a protruding center grille section to exposed headlights with an even bigger “nose”, which is seen on this 1971 Ford LTD Convertible. This example is posted here on craigslist in Salem, Oregon, and the seller is asking $9,500. Here is the original listing, and thanks to Scott for the tip!
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 were just over-the-top in every way, something we don’t see a lot of anymore with carmakers. This 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is posted here on craigslist in Puyallup, Washington, and they’re asking $11,900 or best offer. Here is the original listing, and thanks to Curvette for the tip!
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 2009. With a 428 Cobra Jet under the hood and a 4-speed manual transmission, this car is the real deal—and it’s listed in the Shelby American World Registry.
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 in nearly four decades or longer. That’s not to say it wouldn’t benefit from a nice restoration, but it’s come a long way already since being rescued from the long hibernation. While the final year Barracuda may not be quite as desirable as some of its predecessors performance-wise, this Mopar still retained that great-looking body style, and I’m seeing quite a bit of potential here. This 1974 Plymouth Barracuda is in Bayonne, New Jersey, and can be spotted here on eBay. So far, bidding has reached $11,100 without lifting the reserve, but another option worth considering is the $20,000 buy-it-now price. (more…)
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, it looks solid underneath. The seller here on eBay includes some extra used and NOS parts. At least five bidders have the drop-top cruiser’s market value over $9000 without meeting the Reserve. One click of Buy It Now makes this mostly complete and straight-looking classic yours for $17,500, suggesting the Reserve is within reach. Thanks to reader Mitchell G. for spotting this barn-find Buick.
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 includes a wartime drop tank—believed to be from a P-51 Mustang—paired with a partially completed chassis, bulkhead, pedals, and steering setup. You can check out the listing here on Facebook Marketplace.
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 console, this car has been off the road since 2004, but it’s a dry California survivor that reportedly starts with fuel in the carb. Find it here on craigslist and thanks to Tony Primo for the tip!
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 hose to them in the driveway or, gasp, running them through a car wash. That’s the case with this incredible museum-quality 1974 Chevrolet Nova posted here on craigslist in Appleton, Wisconsin, and the seller is asking $34,000. Here is the original listing, and thanks to Tony P. for the tip!
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 and the options that I decided were “must-have” items. The original owner of this 1967 Dodge Coronet 500 followed the same approach, maximizing the enjoyment they would derive from their new toy. The seller has performed a few changes, including additional parts in the sale that should unlock this car’s full potential. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder TV for spotting the Dodge listed here on Craigslist in Homewood, Illinois. They set their price at $37,500 for this low-mile classic. (more…)
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 had its Lark; and Chevrolet came to the table with the Corvair. Of these four, the Corvair was the only groundbreaker. It was not just a smaller version of an existing sedan powered by some thrifty six cylinder. Like the Beetle, it carried its air-cooled engine in the rear. But unlike the Beetle, its sedan body provided scads of room for passengers and luggage. Later, body styles proliferated and turbocharging spiced up the performance, so the Corvair could cater to almost any need. Here on eBay is one of the two pickups offered – a 1961 Rampside. Bidding has reached $9100, but the reserve is not yet met. Retrieve the truck from Atwater, California – and reading between the lines, a trailer might be a good idea.
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 philosophy with the 1948 Commodore. It continued that trend with this 1951 Hornet, a car that presents beautifully following a total restoration. Its only apparent need is a new home, and I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Mike F. for spotting this beauty listed here on Craigslist in Denver, Colorado. The seller set their price at $33,500, stating that potential buyers won’t be disappointed with this classic. (more…)
