How many cars can you think of were originally produced in uncommon materials or with exotic design features, only to be scaled back as costs skyrocketed? How about that ’66 Barracuda we just wrote up, with the grand rear… more»
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Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
New Paint: 1974 Plymouth Road Runner
Finding a classic where a new owner needs to do nothing but slip behind the wheel for automotive fun is the dream of many enthusiasts. If you fall into that category, then you will probably join me in saying… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
1960 Messerschmitt KR200
In the ’50s the German company Messerschmitt was temporarily forbidden from manufacturing aircraft so the engineer Fritz Fend recommended manufacturing small motor vehicles in the interim. The result was the Kabinenroller or cabin scooter. When the cars were offered… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Fully Loaded: 1984 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Brougham
If you are the type of enthusiast who prioritizes luxury and comfort over performance, have I got a car for you? I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder T.J for spotting this 1984 Oldsmobile Delta 88… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 25 Comments
455-Equipped: 1973 Pontiac Grand Am
If you are the type of person who is less concerned about originality than luxury and performance, this 1973 Pontiac Grand Am deserves a close look. It presents beautifully following a recent repaint, while the 455ci V8 under its… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • Auctions • 29 Comments
BF Auction: No Reserve 1968 Ford F-100
Reader Gary M has done a ton of work to this ’68 Ford F-100, but has made the difficult choice to let it go to a new home. As they put it, it’s received a driver quality restoration. It… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Rust-Free 1972 Chevy Chevelle Malibu
Chevrolet Malibus are a symbol of what being hip looked like in the ’70s. The cars appear in loads of movies including Drive and The Fast and The Furious. They’re aggressive yet have an aura of opulence. This example… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Rare Mazda/Perkins Diesel: 1983 Ford Ranger
Here’s an example of a truck with an engine option that we’ve only seen three times on Barn Finds. That doesn’t necessarily make them rare, but they don’t come up for sale all that often. This 1983 Ford Ranger… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Early Example: 1964½ Ford Mustang Convertible
Ford officially unveiled the First Generation Mustang on April 17th, 1964 to almost universal acclaim. Motoring journalists and buyers were equally impressed by the stunning styling and the affordability of the entry-level variants. However, this Convertible is a genuine… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
49k Original Miles? 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Sedan
Enthusiasts seeking a classic from Chevrolet’s legendary Tri-Five range to park in their garage have typically focused on the two-door variants. However, a growing group of individuals view cars like this 1955 Bel Air Sedan favorably. These cars retain… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Original 394: 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible
Some project builds require deeper commitment than others, while others can be deceptive. Take this 1962 Oldsmobile Starfire Convertible as an example. It doesn’t make a positive first impression, courtesy of the visible surface corrosion. However, below the surface… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Cheap ATV? 1985 Honda Odyssey FL350
UPDATE – This 1985 Honda Odyssey FL350 is listed for sale again after it was featured about a month ago here on Barn Finds. The same seller has it posted here on craigslist in Santee, California and they’ve dropped… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Seldom Seen Coupes: 1979 and 1980 Plymouth Horizon TC3s
By the mid-seventies, everything about economy cars was changing. The rear-engine rear-wheel drive design of the Volkswagen Beetle and the front engine rear wheel drive layout of the Ford Pinto and Chevrolet Vega were fading from the marketplace. Their… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 33 Comments
Three-On-The Tree: 1960 Buick Convertible
One could argue that a faded black 1960 Buick convertible, in top-down mode, projects a pretty reasonable Batmobile bearing. Today’s Long Beach, California discovery, likely a LeSabre (hard to tell as the badging has been removed), presents in before-and-after… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Runs Great! 1983 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera Brougham Diesel
Oldsmobile had a long history as General Motors’ engineering division, thanks in part to the first HydraMatic in 1940, the Rocket V8 in 1949, and the front-drive Toronado in 1966. Unfortunately, as any car person knows, the teething pains… more»
Dec 25, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Loaded LX! 1987 Ford Crown Victoria
This claimed one-family ride shows the high end of what many drivers remember as police and taxi fleet vehicles. Luxury features on this 1987 Ford Crown Victoria LX include leather upholstery, twin six-way power seats, automatic climate control, power… more»
