ABC Widebody Benz: 1983 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC

The 1980s were synonymous with many different aspects of the automotive hobby that today are powerful forces on the vintage car market. From improving performance standards to more luxurious offerings from European counterparts, it was a time when a… more»

454-Equipped Custom Project: 1980 Chevrolet Corvette

With third-generation Chevrolet Corvette production having such a long lifespan, beginning at a period when performance was king, the later C3 cars aren’t as desirable as the sixties and early seventies examples.  The last factory big block disappeared after… more»

Air-Conditioned 1960 Pontiac Bonneville Convertible

In 1959, Pontiac introduced two themes that its styling and marketing departments would mine for five decades into the future: the “Wide-Track” advertising slogan (sometimes based in fact) and the split grille. The success of both is plain in… more»

1953 Studebaker Commander Starliner Project

Here’s one of the prettiest cars Studebaker ever made, courtesy of Robert Bourke working under Raymond Loewy: the Commander Starliner hardtop. Its shapely demeanor is a bit of a miracle since the model was a rush job, emerging for… more»

BF Auction: 1977 Chevrolet Nova

Life has a habit of throwing us curveballs, sometimes scuppering the dreams of enthusiasts planning a project build. Such is the case with this 1977 Chevrolet Nova. The owner has visions of an LS-powered classic dancing in his head,… more»

Nicest One Left? 1988 Mitsubishi Cordia L

When was the last time you saw a Mitsubishi Cordia? A decade ago? Two decades ago? Never? We’ve only seen one here on Barn Finds, and it was almost a decade ago. This 1988 Mitsubishi Cordia L is listed… more»

350-Powered Wagon: 1982 Chevrolet Malibu Classic

I don’t have to mention how hot station wagons are right now. When those hot wagons are hotted up a bit, they’re even hotter. Picture if you will (in my best Rod Serling voice), a 1982 Chevrolet Malibu Classic… more»

Worthwhile Project? 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback

While the Ford Mustang hit showroom floors in April 1964, the popular fastback model didn’t arrive until the Fall. Since the seller’s rough roller was produced in September, it was one of the earliest players. This car needs a… more»

Patina In Abundance: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible

Patina is so cool that some places can even replicate it on a car that doesn’t have it. Other shops preserve the rusty fenders on cars so that they don’t get worse, knowing that the whole goal is to… more»

Not A Moped: 19XX Suzuki FA50

Mopeds get a bad name for being for wimps, or those not experienced enough to ride a “real” motorcycle. I admit to never having ridden or owned one, but if I could find a nice one locally, I might… more»

NASCAR-Loving Grandma Owned: 1996 Ford Thunderbird

As a NASCAR fan myself, I have to ask a tough question: Does NASCAR sell cars anymore? After all, the Camaro has been out of production for a year, but it’s still out on track, badged as a Chevrolet…. more»

Sleeper Build: 1983 Ford Mustang GT

When it comes to modified muscle cars, my view is: the sleepier, the better. While not every trip to the store should necessarily involve a stoplight battle, it’s nice to know you have some prodigious amounts of horsepower at… more»

28K MIle 1976 Oldsmobile 98 Regency Coupe

A big, bold maroon over silver over red Olds 98 makes me want to break out my white shoes and white belt again. I mean, not that I ever wore those (whew, that was close). I miss the era… more»

DOHC Equipped Ragtop! 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass

Mr. Mitchell G. has found an interesting one for us, it’s a 1993 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme convertible with the optional dual overhead cam engine and a reported mileage recording of only 8K. If for no other reason, we don’t… more»

BF Exclusive: 1957 Buick Caballero Estate Wagon

If you are a fan of the Tri-Five Chevy, but want something a bit more unique and rare, look no further than a Buick Caballero Estate Wagon. It has all the charm of a ’57 Chevy, but with its… more»

Running Project: 1965 Ford Mustang

Few trendsetters have been as popular as the Ford Mustang. Launched mid-year in 1964, the “pony car” is still in production today after more than 10 million copies have hit the road. This first-year edition is a project but… more»

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