Blank Canvas Project: 1968 Dodge Charger

When the Dodge Charger was first introduced as a 1966 model, it offered a sporty fastback design outside, an unusual interior featuring four bucket seats, plus a console that ran almost the entire length of the inside area.  As… more»

31k-Mile 1972 Ford Thunderbird with No Reserve

In hindsight, it’s easy to poke fun at Ford for (in some people’s opinion) losing its way with the Thunderbird in the 1970s, but it’s hard to argue with the results. When Ford upsized the T-Bird in 1972, sales… more»

Just Needs Paint: 1985 Ford Mustang SVO

After years of purchasing projects that needed both cosmetic and mechanical restoration, I’ve learned that you should definitely try to find endeavours that only involve one or the other. This 1985 Ford Mustang SVO is a bone dry and… more»

Parked for 10 Years: 1974 BMW 3.0CS

Can you imagine driving home your dream project car only to park it and never turn a wrench on it for a decade or more? That seems to be the case with this 1974 BMW 3.0CS, one of the… more»

Stripped Survivor: 1961 Chevrolet BelAir Sedan

Talk about originality—this 1961 Chevrolet BelAir four-door sedan is in fabulous 1961 condition! The amazing thing is that it’s not an Impala, just an ordinary, low-content BelAir four-door sedan, and it has survived the test of time – unaltered,… more»

Supernatural Tribute Project: 1967 Chevrolet Impala

Who remembers the science-fiction TV series Supernatural? It ran from 2005 to 2020 on WB/CW and was about two brothers as they went on a search for ghosts, demons, and all sorts of other supernatural beings (hence the name… more»

Rust-Free 1967 Chrysler 300 Hardtop

I just spent about two minutes staring into the distance pondering an important question: Have I really not driven a Chrysler C-Body, of any kind? I don’t think I have. I’ve driven hours to look at big Chryslers I’ve… more»

58k Mile Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Bel Air

Given the choice, I’m typically one of those auto enthusiasts who prefer two doors over four, at least for vintage offerings.  I’m also keen on plenty of options, as fooling around with lots of gadgets helps keep me occupied… more»

Show-Worthy? 1968 Morris Minor

Despite a set of poor photos, I thought this 1968 Morris Minor deserved space on Barn Finds. Its color combination is attractive, it’s said to be in show-worthy condition, it runs well, and the price is reasonable. The Morris… more»

Fender Flares and Lambo Wing: 1984 De Tomaso Pantera GT5

From the glory days of Car and Driver magazine, when the writers could actually write and the editorial board had more influence than the actual board, came this wonderful line about the De Tomaso Pantera GT5: This is a… more»

Preserved PCH Driver: 1967 Porsche 912

There’s a price that many enthusiasts are willing to pay for originality that transcends logic. In the case of the Porsche 912, this is a model that was at one time the cheapest air-cooled model you could buy, with… more»

Recently Revived: 1976 Pontiac Trans Am

This 1976 Pontiac Trans Am recently awoke from a twenty-five-year slumber and has been returned to a roadworthy state. It has a known history and is an almost totally original survivor. The one apparent change made during its life… more»

1969 Oldsmobile Delta 88 Royale Holiday Coupe

As a huge Oldsmobile fan for the last few (five) decades, this one caught my eye. Being a two-door model, it’s even more unique and it appears to be in nice shape, despite its Utah sun patina. This 1969… more»

Field Find Roller: 1959 Chevrolet Impala

Chevrolet’s cars were all new in 1959, sporting “batwings” that made for a much sleeker product than the year before. And the Impala would lead the way as a series all its own. One of the biggest sellers was… more»

Rare Roller: 1957 DeSoto Firesweep “Shopper”

When Chrysler redesigned their cars in 1957, DeSoto was also treated to Virgil Exner’s trendsetting “Forward Look” styling. DeSoto used that opportunity to introduce the Firesweep as the gateway product. This Firesweep is the rare “Shopper” wagon, meaning it… more»

454-Equipped: 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS

If you harbor a desire to park a classic muscle car in your garage and aren’t focused on originality, this 1969 Chevrolet Chevelle SS could be worth more than a passing glance. Its paint and trim combination, combined with… more»

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