Brambles Find: 1985 Ford Mustang LX

Does it help to be a dreamer when it comes to owning old cars and trucks? I think so, especially if you’re inclined to buying heap-grade examples of rare cars like I do. To me, it’s like waking up… more»

No Reserve Project: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Taking on someone’s unfinished restoration project can be a daunting task, and that is what awaits the buyer of this 1964 Corvette Convertible. However, it might not be as bad as it first seems. It appears to be mostly… more»

Red, White and Blue: 1970 AMC Machine

In the 1960s, American Motors competed in many market segments, but not the mid-size muscle car class. They had the AMX and Javelin to do battle with the Mustang and Camaro, but nothing for the GTO and Road Runner…. more»

Short Bed 4×4: 1978 Chevrolet K10 Cheyenne

The introduction of the “Square Body” line of GM trucks in 1973 was a marked departure from the previous C10/K10 design (did you know that internally, GM called the 1973 design the “Rounded Line”?) and the new styling captured… more»

25K Original Miles: 1995 Chevrolet Corvette

The last hurrah of the classic C4 Corvette remains on my short list of vehicles to own before it’s either too late or values climb too high (and those scenarios effectively go hand-in-hand.) The 1995 model seen here is… more»

Runs and Drives: 1948 Willys Jeep CJ2A

It’s hard to go wrong with a Willys Jeep CJ2A for a project vehicle. Whether you restore it back to new condition or simply keep it running well enough to hop in and bomb around the deer lease, there’s… more»

11K Mile Survivor: 2002 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

To me, the SN95 Mustang remains one of the better performance bargains available on the market today. I’ve felt for a while they suffer from the same fate as other iconic cars that came right after a well-loved generation,… more»

All-American Six: 1928 Oakland Landau Coupe

From 1909 to 1931, the Oakland Motor Car Co. was a part of General Motors. Oakland is known for bringing the Pontiac to market in 1926, while also fielding cars under their own name. In those days, Chevrolet was… more»

Unusual French Find: 1969 Citroen Ami

I guess it’s Citroen week here at Barn Finds. While it is a very storied brand, not too many find their way to our discovery list. Yesterday, we covered this outrageous 1964 DS that is now Corvette powered and… more»

Frozen In Time: 1930 Model A Pickup Hot Rod

At one time or another, pretty much every car guy or gal has opened up a car magazine and enjoyed the pictures, stories, and specifications of the cars within. Consequently, some cars featured in big publications have gone on… more»

Desert Barn Find: 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Nomad

Chevrolet had a break-out year of sorts in 1955. New modern styling, a dash of Cadillac glamour in a “low-priced three” car, optional air conditioning, a new V8 engine – and a sporty new model called the Nomad –… more»

Non-Turbo T-Top: 1983 Datsun 280ZX

The Nissan S130 platform has been recognized as a classic 1980s sports car for the last few decades. From pop culture references to all levels of professional racing, Nissan’s flagship coupe always had the looks and performance to preserve… more»

428 V8 Estate Car: 1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

1966 was a milestone year for the Ford T-Bird. It was the last year for both convertibles and unibody construction. The cars that followed would be bigger and closer to Lincoln in terms of size, style and function. But… more»

Drop Top 4-Speed: 1974 Chevrolet Corvette

This 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is one of those rare collector cars that’s just easy to buy and even easier to own. It won’t ever be the most valuable vintage muscle car out there, and that’s OK; with a four-speed,… more»

Adventure Machine: 1987 Dodge XPLORER

Campers of all shapes and sizes, from monstrous motorhomes to tow-behind trailers, are often purchased for a specific purpose: a retirement, an upcoming road trip – perhaps even an expectation of frequent tailgating at upcoming sporting events. Sometimes, the… more»

V12 Barn Find! 1941 Lincoln Continental Mark I

This one had me at the first image of the engine! Yeah, it looks like a scary old Lincoln, the kind where you might be reluctant to open the trunk but once the hood was up and that flathead… more»

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