C4 Corvettes aren’t exactly rare, but hey – a cheap V8 sportscar is a cheap V8 sportscar. We don’t often see cars like the C4 Corvette pop up in the San Francisco Bay area as a barn find, but… more»
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If Only It Ran: 1977 AMC AM Van Concept
It doesn’t get better than this for me! A concept vehicle that I remember liking from my youth, one-off, known history, and excellent condition! If only it ran! The Am Van is for sale here on eBay, where it’s… more»
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Classy, Glassy Rat! 1930 Chevrolet
Whether or not you like the trend of “rat rods,” you have to admit there are some creative juices flowing out there as a result! And this 1930 Chevrolet “hearse wagon” is certainly a prime example. It’s listed for… more»
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High Build Primer Build: 1940 Ford Coupe
It really is amazing what we can do with antique cars today. Parts to completely rebuild many of the most popular cars of the past are being sold by numerous companies. Craftsmen can duplicate almost any part, be it… more»
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Simple Survivor: Low Mileage 1984 Buick Skylark
Though more of an “underground garage find” than a barn find, this 1984 Buick Skylark certainly fits our criteria. One of the less frequently seen GM X-body vehicles, this Buick shares many components with the infamous Chevrolet Citation. Many… more»
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Drag Car: 12,000 Mile 1966 Chevrolet Chevelle
When I hear the term “drag car,” I don’t think of a nice low-mileage vehicle like this 1966 Chevelle. This car has seen primary use as a drag car, and has been in the same family since new. It… more»
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Canadian Beauty: 1951 Mercury M1
Some of the best looking trucks were designed and built in the early 1950s, obviously style is subjective, but just take a look at this 1951 Mercury M1 survivor. Now try and tell me it isn’t a great looking… more»
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Forward Looker: 1955 DeSoto Fireflite Sportsman
1955 was a pivotal year for the Chrysler Corporation, heralded by the arrival of Virgil Exner’s “Forward Look,” the first range of cars from the company that had been truly styled rather than designed around engineering dictates. Things got… more»
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Still in the Barn – 1968 Mustang and More!
We’ll get to the Mustang in a minute, but this shot begs the question “In what country is this barn located?” This shot looks more like a barn in Germany or the U.K. or anywhere European, but it’s actually… more»
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Josie And The Pussycats 1966 Chevy Van
Does anyone besides my wife remember the 2001 movie Josie and the Pussycats? It was based on a cartoon about 3 ladies and their band somehow heroic things. The cast and crew had a 16th reunion just a few weeks… more»
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Fully Restored 1933 Ford 3 Window Racer
Normally we avoid restored cars on BarnFinds.com but I couldn’t pass up this 1933 Ford 3 Window racer in Eudora, Kansas. Restored mechanically, it should never EVER be restored cosmetically. This is a “done” car that should be enjoyed… more»
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Looking For Marshall Lucky: 1975 Chevrolet Corvette
In the cult classic movie Used Cars, one of the scenes centers around an illegal commercial being filmed for the struggling car lot in the movie. Superstitious salesman Jeff, dressed as an old west era U.S. Marshall named Marshall… more»
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Daydreaming: 1977 Lotus Esprit S1 Project
Taking over someone else’s stalled project is always a risky move, but if too much hasn’t been done yet, it’s fun to daydream about the directions you could take it in. That’s where I find myself with this 1977… more»
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Manual Trans + Gray Market: 1981 Mercedes 280SL
Gray market Mercedes are really the only ones I’d be interested in taking on as a project, as they tend to be a bit more special than their U.S. equivalents: more powerful / less restrictive motors, classy European-style lighting,… more»
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Conflict Of Interest: 1965 Buick Hearse or Ambulance
We are spoiled by the professional and prompt response we receive when someone dials 9-1-1. Fire services usually arrive first to gain control of the situation. Soon thereafter, an ambulance with two well educated paramedics arrives to stabilize the… more»
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Well-Maintained: 1986 Ford Thunderbird
While Thunderbirds of this generation aren’t many people’s first choice, it is a rarity to see one on the road these days let alone one in decent condition! Although the pictures aren’t super high quality, it is clear that… more»
