Like race cars, most hot rods evolve over time, changing colors, wheels and tires, engines, and other parts to suit a succession of new owners. This 1930 Ford Model A in Aguanga, California appears to have changed little since… more»
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Aug 11, 2018 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Fiberglass Dreams: 1957 LaDawri Conquest
Fiberglass reinforced plastic technology of the 1950s brought forth a wide array of futuristic designer body kits designed to be mounted on a variety of existing car chassis. This allowed enthusiasts of lesser means to build a swoopy-looking sports… more»
Aug 11, 2018 • Stories • 38 Comments
Tri-Door Tri-Five: 1957 Chevrolet Crew Cab
I’ll bet you haven’t seen very many crew cab trucks from 1957. This truck can be found here on eBay with a current bid over $6,600. Located in Beaumont, Texas, this truck started life as a run-of-the-mill Chevy pickup… more»
Aug 11, 2018 • Uncategorized • 30 Comments
Arrow Straight: 1963 Ford Falcon Ranchero
I love writing for Barn Finds. I get to write about cars that are fun, interesting, unusual and rare. This is the first time that I’ve had the opportunity to write about a car where I can say that… more»
Aug 11, 2018 • Uncategorized • Comment
4×4 Fixer Upper: 1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT
Like all retro 4×4’s, Ford Broncos are a hot ticket right now. While we’d all love to score a rust free survivor at a steal of a price, it takes a lot of searching (and a lot of luck)… more»
Aug 11, 2018 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Last Licensed In 1942: 1927 Buick Master Six Brougham
The Buick Master Six Brougham Sedan was only built from 1925-1928 and has the rare opera oval windows. It was last licensed in 1942 and was a California car. It’s not every day that you come across a car… more»
Aug 11, 2018 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Fair Weather Only: 1988 Chevy Cavalier
The second generation Chevy Cavalier did nothing to dispel the notion that this was the lowest rung on the Chevy family tree. However, many owners will tell you their car was dirt cheap to run and reliable if maintenance… more»
Aug 11, 2018 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Stretch Swede: 1988 Volvo 740 GLE Limo
While we’re accustomed to seeing Lincoln Town Cars or Navigators converted to stretch configurations, saloons like a bread-and-butter Volvo 740 served as platforms for limos overseas. This example is a 1988 model is largely complete condition, parked after failing… more»
Aug 10, 2018 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Original Keys Included: 1969 Datsun 2000 Roadster
Among my list of “sleeper” cars on the collector scale, the Datsun 2000 roadster has been a regular fixture. These cars have been cheap for so long, yet check multiple boxes for enthusiasts. They can be reliable Sunday drivers… more»
Aug 10, 2018 • Uncategorized • 50 Comments
TV Antenna in the Back: 1973 Cadillac Eldorado
Of course, that’s noted custom Cadillac fan Elvis depicted on the Continental kit of this ’73 Eldorado, but thanks to tipster Patrick S. for including a reference to another great moment for custom Cadillacs in pop culture, William DeVaughn’s… more»
Aug 10, 2018 • Uncategorized • 24 Comments
Back To School Special! 1954 Buick Special
Nothing says “High School” more than a car wearing a boatload of stick-on accessories, stripes, hood scoops, and stickers. If you trust your young driver with a 5000 lb ’50s hot-rod, or wish to relive your Glory Days, this… more»
Aug 10, 2018 • For Sale • 41 Comments
Classic For A Cause: 1972 Plymouth Valiant
While never flashy, the reliability of the Mopar A-body sedan is legendary. In his autobiography, Lee Iacocca acknowledged “The Dart and the Valiant ran forever”, and recognized that replacing them too early contributed to Chrysler’s woes later in the… more»
Aug 10, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Not That Ferrari: Oddball Ferrari Tractor
Curiously, we featured this “Ferrari” brand tractor back in 2016 when it first popped up for sale. Apparently, it didn’t sell when he lived in New Mexico and he dragged this oddball all the way to Connecticut as part… more»
Aug 10, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
The Non-Italian Stallion: 1984 Lamborghini Countach Kit Car
Kit cars can be really interesting. They are one of those things that over the last 40 years seem to cycle in and out of fashion. Some of them can be quite good cars, while some of them are… more»
Aug 10, 2018 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Blazing Comet: 1972 Mercury Comet
The Mercury Comet and the Ford Maverick of the early 1970s are cars that people seem to either love or hate. This 1972 Comet is a car that I suspect will see comments from both sides of the fence…. more»
Aug 10, 2018 • Exclusives • 20 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1969 Mustang Mach 1 Sportsroof
This Mustang has a lot going for it! For one, it’s a Mach 1 with the 390 S-Code V8. It’s also in amazing condition inside and out. Reader Russell S puts it best when describing this car, “This car… more»
