It’s Electric! 1912 C-T Electric Truck

There seems to be an overwhelming misunderstanding within the general public that hybrid and electric vehicle technology is a brand new, never before seen science. While industry leaders such as Elon Musk are revolutionizing the way we see and… more»

Ranch Wagon: 1958 International Travelall

If I ever go to a dude ranch, I want to be picked up at the airport or train station or whatever in this baby! This 1958 International Harvester Travelall A110 seems like the perfect people mover for any… more»

Entry Level Square Body: 1984 Chevrolet Silverado

While I usually like to write about sports cars and prewar Fords, I do have a special place in my black little heart for trucks.  While I guess you could say I am a Ford truck man, having two… more»

It’s The Champ! 1963 Studebaker Pickup

If you have been following Barn Finds for a while, you know I’m a pretty big fan of Studebaker pickups, although I have yet to pull the trigger on one. If this one weren’t so far away, it might… more»

Fairly Fair Lady: 1968 Datsun Fairlady Convertible

As the number of people who are collecting Japanese sports cars rises, the search for restorable examples continues to turn up a number of cars that probably cannot be restored economically.  As with nearly all of the manufacturers at… more»

Meaty Bird: 1962 Ford Falcon Gasser

I have to admit that I was never fond of gassers.  That is, I was never fond of them until the Southeast Gassers Association came to our local 1/8 mile track for a couple of days of racing.  Trust… more»

Cheap Road Runner Wagon? 1969 Plymouth Satellite

Ever fancied a Road Runner station wagon? That’s one thing you could make out of this 1969 Plymouth Satellite, and after a quick google search, you wouldn’t be the first person to do so. The car is being auctioned here… more»

Grandpa’s Sunday Driver: 1978 Cadillac DeVille Survivor

When I saw the picture above as the first photo of this auction listing here on eBay, I honestly thought it was a picture out of the factory brochure included for reference! This is a true one-owner car, and… more»

1935 Dodge Truck Canopy Express: What To Do?

I’m not exactly sure what to suggest that you do with this 1935 Dodge truck. It’s listed here on eBay, and bidding is still under $250, although there is a reserve higher than that. It’s being stored in Mentone, California…. more»

Dodge The Apocalypse: 1972 Challenger 4×4

For 2017, Dodge introduced an all-wheel-drive Challenger powered by a 3.6 liter Pentastar V6 with an EPA mileage rating of 30 mpg. Just try to make a rock crawler out of that! I dare ya!  This 1972 Dodge Challenger… more»

The Junk Yard Dog: 1948 Saber 60

When this little car showed up at the museum Wednesday, it got a lot of attention. Retired Lt. Colonel Paul Jones built it from the ground up using parts from a junkyard for less than $250. For example, the frame… more»

1929 Ford Model A Barn Find

What an evocative picture! I can only imagine the thrill of the discovery. Even if it’s a rather ordinary 1929 Ford Model A, there’s nothing quite like looking a dusty car over in whatever dim light is available. After… more»

Not A Zimmer: 1990 Buick Riviera

You’d be forgiven for mistaking this for a Zimmer Quicksilver. Both share a generic GM platform, lots of plastic chrome, and oddly disproportionate neo-classic styling. But whereas a Quicksilver is a dolled up Fiero, this Riviera is all Buick…. more»

Still A Market For Tri-5s? 1957 Chevy Bel Air Wagon

Nomads and two door hardtops get all the attention, but how about an original, 1957 Bel Air Wagon? Only the tires are keeping this rust free, Texas Chevrolet from being all original. And they should have sprung for whitewalls!… more»

Say Hello To Victoria: 1955 Ford Fairlane Hardtop

You know how you have that informal list in the back of your mind? The one that includes the cars you want to own before motoring off this mortal coil? Full disclosure: I covet the mid-50’s Fords and, yea,… more»

Milkman Special: 1965 Divco Delivery

These days the trucks used for household delivery are big and square and IMHO boring. This classic shorty multi-stop delivery truck built by the Detroit Industrial Vehicles Company (Divco) is the opposite. So much style and class, you can… more»

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