This is a good news/bad news story. Sound familiar? There are a lot of them on Barn Finds: interesting car, cheap price, needs a little work, or has a lot of useful parts. But is it worth taking on… more»
Rusty Roundie: 1970 BMW 2002
The BMW 2002 is on the tips of tongues everywhere as an excellent entry point into classic motoring. As one the most popular sports sedans ever sold in the U.S., the 2002 raised the bar for domestic and import… more»
Cruising Wagon: 1979 Ford Pinto
If yesterday’s Pinto wagon just wasn’t psychedelic enough for your tastes or you’re on the other side of the pond and want a Pinto that’s already on your side of the globe, this 1979 Pinto Cruising Wagon might just… more»
Plaid Perfection: 1979 Ford Pinto Wagon
I’m usually not a fan of late ’70s and early ’80s American cars. Strict bumper, safety, and emission regulations had taken a signification toll on styling and performance. But everyone once in a while I see a car from… more»
Summer Cruiser: 1969 Buick Skylark Convertible
For some, the appeal of topless motoring knows no bounds. Despite the “death” of the domestic convertible in the mid-1970’s and its eventual rebirth, being able to put the top down on a car holds a draw like no… more»
Resurrection in Red: 1961 Chevy Corvair Monza
Being able to see the transformation of a car that you bought in neglected or poor condition is one of the most gratifying aspects of owning a barn find. Whether it’s the satisfaction that comes from getting a car… more»
Canadian Wedge: 1973 Brooklands Roadster
Does anyone else remember seeing ads for these in the back of British Car many years ago? The idea was sound; take a relatively common and inexpensive sports car, an MGB in this case, and clothe it with a… more»
A Barn-Full of Memories: 1968 VW Westfalia
When discussing barn finds, we often leave out one of the more critical details: what kind of barn was it in? One of my favorite places to visit is a barn behind a bed and breakfast in Woodstock, Vermont,… more»
Smiling Roadster: 1962 La Dawri Sebring
How could you not love a car with this visage! Obviously just happy to be rescued from being off the road since 1978, this rare fiberglass kit car from the early 60’s is eager for a new home. It… more»
Only in Oahu: 1973 Dodge Dart Custom
First and foremost, I’m not much of a traveler. But among the places I have visited, Hawaii remains one of my favorites. My wife and I honeymooned in Maui, where I spent copious amounts of time taking pictures of… more»
Roman Roadworthy: 1958 Lancia Flaminia
Lancia had a tradition of naming its models after Roman roads, and the Flaminia was no exception. The Via Flaminia is a country road from Rome to Rimini and still exists today. This 1958 Lancia Flaminia was spotted by… more»
Rusty Big Block: 1972 Ford Gran Torino
When it comes to muscle cars, I love them just as much as the next guy, but I really struggle with their values. When they were originally introduced in the ’60s, most were meant to be cheap performance machines,… more»