A person can’t get much for $3,800 anymore, especially as far as nice, drivable luxury cars go. Or even iffy, somewhat beater vehicles go, really. We all remember when $3,800 would buy a lot more than it does now,… more»
Head Shop Billboard? 1960 Volkswagen Type II
When I first encountered this 1960 Volkswagen Type II bus it immediately reminded me of a parking lot positioned dumpster emblazoned with a “Do Not Park In Front Of This Container” warning affixed to its front. I’m not trying… more»
Turbo Brick: 1982 Volvo 240 GLT Wagon
The “turbo brick” is an affection term for one of the first cars to disrupt standard perceptions of what a performance vehicle looked like: the Volvo 240 GLT, a turbocharged wagon available with a manual transmission, quickly worked its… more»
14k-Mile Tucson Find: 1963 Rambler American 330
Tucson, Arizona. It’s hard for me to think of a place I’d rather be. It’s a harsh environment for sure, but so is being outside when it’s -11 F (straight temp) shoveling snow, as I was just doing twenty… more»
43k-Mile Survivor: 1972 Dodge Charger
This 1972 Dodge Charger has many great points, including being an unmolested survivor with just 43,000 miles on the ticker. With so many positives here, I can only spot one potential negative that might cause some would-be buyers to… more»
40k Miles? 1958 Chrysler Windsor Hardtop
Chrysler Corporation’s dramatic new styling caught a lot of attention for 1957. Unfortunately, build quality for those gorgeous machines was spotty, and that reputation combined with an almost-industry-wide sales dip for 1958 means that finding a nice Chrysler from… more»
Stunning Survivor: 1970 Buick Riviera
When Buick joined the Personal Luxury Car party with its First Generation Riviera, many people were awestruck by the stunning styling. The subsequent models grew in physical size but still retained the focus on luxury. This 1970 Riviera is… more»
Fully Restored: No Reserve 1982 DMC DeLorean
Okay, here’s a point to ponder; Would the DMC DeLorean enjoy the popularity it currently does without the success of the Back to The Future movie franchise? A 1982 DeLorean became the automotive star, thrusting an almost forgotten vehicle… more»
Affordable Supercar: 1990 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
When the C4 ZR1 arrived, it provoked a collective swoon among automotive journalists and enthusiasts alike. With a top speed of 175 mph and a zero to sixty time that began with a “4”, it was like nothing else… more»
Cheap Project? 1977 Ford Mustang Cobra II
There comes a time with some classics where an owner has to step back and assess whether it is a viable project candidate. That is the question facing the winning bidder when they tow away this 1977 Ford Mustang… more»
Crate Motor: 1980 Chevrolet Corvette
We appreciate Bruce M. finding this 1980 Chevrolet Corvette for sale in Bangor, Maine. The car is listed for sale here on Facebook Marketplace for only $6,000. It was originally listed three months ago for $7,200. The Corvette is… more»
Recently Painted: 1966 Ford Thunderbird Town Landau
Despite their image, four-seat Thunderbird hardtops are not expensive collector cars, so it makes little sense to buy a rough one (not all of us make sense, however, thank goodness). According to the seller, this 1966 Town Landau has… more»
V6 4-Speed: 1963 GMC Deluxe 1000 Fenderside
1960s GMC pickups are cropping up here on Barn Finds and that isn’t a bad thing at all. Sadly, this 1963 GMC Deluxe 1000 Fenderside pickup appears to be wearing a 1964/65/66 Chevrolet grille for some odd reason. That… more»
Solid Four Door: 1953 Chevrolet Two-Ten
The other day I spoke to this very interesting guy who was filling me in on his fishing exploits off the coast of northeast Florida. While he was showing me pictures, via his iPhone, of some of his more… more»
One-Family-Owned: 1997 Lincoln Continental
A 1997 Lincoln Continental brochure shows a well-groomed blond woman who says, “When I see something I like, I buy it.” This example is posted here on craigslist in St. Paul, Minnesota and they’re asking a mere $4,900, less… more»

















