I have fond memories of motorboating around in my uncle’s 1960 Thunderbird. Why do I call it “motorboating”? Several reasons, not the least of which are the low burbling sounds at idle through the dual exhausts and the smooth… more»
Auctions Ending Soon
Feb 6, 2015 • For Sale • 68 Comments
MPG Champ: 1984 Chevy Chevette Diesel
You may be surprised to know that there’s some serious bidding happening around one of Chevrolet’s most underwhelming creations from the malaise era: a 1984 Chevy Chevette. But this isn’t your run-of-the-mill econo-hatchback from hell. Among those who are… more»
Feb 5, 2015 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Road And Bog: 1957 FWD Teracruzer
Calling this massive eight wheeled machine an oddball would probably be a bit of an understatement. Of course it’s hard to come up with any other label to give it, it just looks so, well odd. This massive piece… more»
Feb 5, 2015 • For Sale • 55 Comments
Face Off: ‘71 Road Runner VS ‘75 Porsche 911S
Here at Barn Finds, we know everyone has their preferences, from sports teams to sports cars. And we know that translates to some of you being die-hard loyalists to American muscle cars and trucks while others prefer to stock… more»
Feb 5, 2015 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Imported Oddball: 1968 Moskvitch 408
When I first saw the pictures of this car, I thought English Ford, then Italian Fiat. I was surprised to find a Moskvitch for sale in Florida with a clear title; all the import work has been completed already…. more»
Feb 4, 2015 • For Sale • 16 Comments
The Howard Baker Estate Auction
While I find estate sales to be a bit depressing, I always enjoy going to them. It’s not that I think I’m going to find a killer deal; I just enjoy seeing a collection of cars pulled out of… more»
Feb 4, 2015 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Free Spirit: 1976 Buick Century Pace Car
Let me start by saying that I suspect this car is a replica of a replica. That is, there were 1,290 Buick Century Pace Car replicas made of the original, turbocharged and t-topped edition that led the field at… more»
Feb 4, 2015 • For Sale • 17 Comments
It Goes To Town! 1950 Crosley Farm-O-Road
I know something about the various Crosley cars, but this version was completely new to me. Right after World War II, the Jeep was familiar to returning servicemen and became useful on farms all over the United States. The… more»
Feb 4, 2015 • For Sale • 25 Comments
German American Hot Rod Project!
If we haven’t had enough interesting discussion and varying opinions about what a proper performance car should be with the recent 1974 Mustang Cobra II V8 here on Barn Finds then this entry should provide additional food for thought…. more»
Feb 3, 2015 • For Sale • 46 Comments
One Owner Ghia: 1978 Ford Mustang II Coupe
Given the recent discussion about Mustang II’s on Barn Finds, I thought this would be a perfect time to look at this controversial pony a little further. This almost pristine example of the most luxurious Ghia version is currently… more»
Feb 3, 2015 • Stories • 108 Comments
Never Break Your Own Rules!
Now that I have lived in Boise, Idaho for a few months, I have finally settled in and can say I feel at home in the Tree City. However, over the past few weeks I have been missing my… more»
Feb 3, 2015 • For Sale • 35 Comments
America’s Answer: 1990 Ford Taurus SHO
The U.S. has an impressive track record building everything from family sedans to pick-up trucks, and of course, the best muscle cars money can buy. But when it came time to fight the super sedans from Europe, we didn’t… more»
Feb 3, 2015 • For Sale • 30 Comments
It’s Been In Good Hands: 1953 Allstate
Did you know that Sears & Roebuck sold cars at one point? Allstates were offered through the famous Sears catalog in the early 1950’s. It wasn’t the first time Sears had sold cars; they sold high-wheelers in the early… more»
Feb 2, 2015 • Stories • 28 Comments
Jeff’s New Project: 1987 BMW 535is
I’ve made plenty of references to the newest project in my garage but hadn’t yet put together an update for the Barn Finds faithful: it’s time to introduce my 1987 BMW 535is. I bought this car sight-unseen from California… more»
Feb 2, 2015 • For Sale • 20 Comments
To “B” Or Not To “B”: 1963 Triumph TR3B
Some of you have felt that the TR3’s posted lately on Barn Finds have been too far gone to be bothered with. I decided to see what was out there if one wanted to spend a little more money…. more»
Feb 2, 2015 • For Sale • 20 Comments
AMC Collection Up For Grabs
I try not to favor a single brand, but instead like to spread my interests across all makes. While it is fun to try new cars out without respect to brand allegiances, sometimes I feel like I’m missing out… more»
