Without going into too much detail, I find myself suddenly a big fan of convertibles – namely, because as of last week, I own one. More to come on that later. I haven’t owned a drop-top since my ill-fated… more»
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Jul 8, 2019 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Go Package Survivor: 1969 AMC AMX
Bidding is already north of $25K for this 1969 AMC AMX, and it’s easy to see why: this is an original paint car with the desirable Go Package, and comes with a few extras you don’t often see. The… more»
Jul 8, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Airstream Accessory: 1975 International Travelall
While not aerodynamically-enhanced in any way, these slab-sided International Travelalls were at least quite capable as family haulers or road-trip machines. As the seller points out, they were also quite popular with the tow-your-camper set, and this 1975 model… more»
Jul 7, 2019 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Automotive Orphan: 1961 Comet
With the demise of the Edsel brand, the Comet found itself to be something of an orphan. Originally designated to be sold as an Edsel model, the car was marketed through Lincoln-Mercury dealerships from 1960. However, it didn’t finally… more»
Jul 7, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Euro Turbo: 1987 Merkur XR4Ti
For a car that had the potential to be a market success, circumstances contrived to see the Merkur XR4Ti actually wind up being something of a failure. This was a shame, as the potential was certainly there, but a… more»
Jul 7, 2019 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Fancy Canadian: 1986 Chevrolet Chevette CS
It’s always fun to look at cars like this 1986 Chevrolet Chevette CS to see just how far things have come with automakers. And, to see what people accepted in this era. This example can be found here on… more»
Jul 7, 2019 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Hand-Made Classic: 1982 Avanti II
In an era of mass production, a hand-built prestige vehicle like the Avanti II was always going to struggle for survival. Automotive history is littered with manufacturers who have tried to achieve this goal, but have fallen by the… more»
Jul 7, 2019 • For Sale • 18 Comments
The Poor Man’s Corvette: 1970 Opel GT
The Opel GT was, in its day, quite popular, particularly in Europe. Legendary 1982 world rally champion Walter Röhrl and Opel racing legend Volker Strycek love theirs, and you can have this one, if you place your bid here… more»
Jul 7, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
All Original: 1982 Jeep Scrambler CJ-8
With the new Jeep Gladiators showing up on showroom floors, consumers are eager to get into the 4×4 game. While this 1982 Jeep Scrambler CJ-8 is not the latest and greatest, it’s all original, un-restored and can help you… more»
Jul 7, 2019 • For Sale • 55 Comments
Stretched Imagination: 1953 Porsche 356 Limousine
Over the years people have made some “interesting” choices when they have embarked upon the idea of building a stretched limousine, but I’d be willing to bet that not many people have considered a classic Porsche 356 as the… more»
Jul 7, 2019 • For Sale • 21 Comments
More Info Please: 1968 Dodge Coronet 440
The photos of this 1968 Dodge Coronet 440 are a little bit sketchy, but the owner does admit that it needs work. I get the impression that this is one of those cars where the restoration process has stalled,… more»
Jul 7, 2019 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Parked in 1976: 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta
Are you sitting down? Good. It isn’t often here at Barn Finds that we have a project car in need of complete restoration that comes with a six-figure asking price, but that is precisely what we have with this… more»
Jul 6, 2019 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Stalled Street Rod: 1935 Buick Series 40 Touring Sedan
Hiding in the back of this overgrown shed is a bit of a secret. It is a project that stalled more than 27-years-ago, and the owner has now decided to move it on to someone who can complete the… more»
Jul 6, 2019 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Blank Canvas: 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda
When it was in its prime, this 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda would have been a car that would have attracted plenty of attention. The next owner will need to be prepared to roll up their sleeves because there is going… more»
Jul 6, 2019 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Classic British Project: 1955 Austin-Healey 100/4
The person who decides to take on this 1955 Austin-Healey 100/4 (BN1) is facing a major restoration project, but in my own opinion, the appearance of the 100/4 ranks only second to the Jaguar E-Type Roadster when it comes… more»
Jul 6, 2019 • For Sale • 53 Comments
Beyond Help? 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 396
Here at Barn Finds we’ve seen some pretty desirable cars that have been reduced to shadows of their former selves, but this 1969 Chevelle SS 396 must rate up there with some of the best (or worst) that we’ve… more»
