Water-Cooled Runner: 1977 Porsche 924

The Porsche 924 remains the entry-level Porsche, and probably will be for some time. While we may scoff at the 924 when compared to other vintage Porsches, it’s still surviving to a higher degree than many modern-era models like… more»

One Owner: 1987 Toyota Supra Turbo

Why is it some generations of special cars get no love? Sure, some cars are truly average and don’t deserve a loyal following or a premium price, but when the car in question is actually somewhat decent and still… more»

Indy Pace Car: 1990 Chevrolet Beretta GT

If you’re a product of the 1980s and 1990s as I am, there are some cars that you might consider “iconic” based solely on their existence within that time period. Of course, to understand this, you have to also… more»

Spotless Survivor: 1964 Buick Riviera

Ford effectively created the Personal Luxury Car market segment when it released the Thunderbird. The competition soon realized that there was a buck to be made, with Buick joining the party with the Riviera. The company took an interesting… more»

Original L79/4-Speed: 1968 Chevrolet Corvette

While the Corvette had cemented its place in the market courtesy of the C2’s sales success, it was the C3 that earned the badge legendary status. The sleek styling has made the C3 one of the most instantly recognizable… more»

50 Years off the Road: 1958 MG MGA 1500

Every car featured here at Barn Finds has a story.  Some are sad tales of being left to rot under the dreaded blue tarp.  Others are happy stories where, despite the odds, a special car has managed to survive… more»

Possible Engine Swap? 1958 Chevrolet Biscayne

This 1958 Chevrolet Biscayne is a tidy, driver-grade classic with a few cosmetic imperfections. It could be enjoyed immediately while its new owner ponders whether a motor transplant is in order. I must say a big thank you to… more»

Slightly Crispy: 1936 Studebaker Dictator

What’s in a name, right? Automobile models come and go, as do their names; some are memorable and venerable, others not so much so. President? That’s a good one; so’s Commander – it’s unassuming. Crown? That denotes high ranking…. more»

Pre-Gator: 1990s John Deere AMT626

Deere & Company knows a thing or two about making tough, working vehicles for tough working people who need not the cheapest, but what is often the best machinery available. This 1990s John Deere AMT626 is listed here on… more»

Driven 272 Miles In 34 Years: 1957 Ford Thunderbird

The original 2-seater 1955-57 Thunderbird has been a collectible for decades. Heck, the first owner’s club was formed in 1962, just five years after the last ’57 Thunderbird left the factory in order to make room for the all… more»

Help a Museum and Get a Jeep: 2006 Jeep Wrangler LJ

We all talk a big game when it comes to saving old cars and promoting our hobby, but Sean Mathis took it a step further.  Starting with his grandfather’s beloved 1959 Cadillac, Sean has managed to build one of… more»

$1,900 Cheap Coupe: 1999 Ford Escort ZX2 Sport

I believe this color is what Ford called Autumn Orange, and believe it or not, this is the first Ford ZX2 that we’ve seen here on Barn Finds. I’m a big fan of the earlier EXP two-door coupe version… more»

One-Year-Only Rarity: 1978 Ford Mustang King Cobra

Opportunities for enthusiasts wanting a high level of horsepower had turned pretty dismal by the mid-to-late seventies, but Ford was at least beginning to head back in the right direction, reintroducing a V8 engine option into the Mustang in… more»

One of 2,000 Golden Anniversary Cars: 1949 Packard

In the 1970s and 1980s, there was no shortage of “special editions” emerging from America’s automobile factories.  From pace cars to anniversary editions, customers were deluged with these marketing exercises.  Before this period,  automakers were somewhat more reserved.  This… more»

Good Cruiser Condition: 1960 Ford Falcon Ranchero

Ford truly was rife with “Better Ideas” in the 1960s. After beating Chevy to the punch with the Ranchero in 1957, they circled the wagons and downsized it on the Falcon platform in the face of sagging sales in… more»

Monza Red Survivor: 1983 Honda XL 200R

When Soichiro Honda developed what he thought was a better piston ring in the late 1930s, I don’t know if he envisioned eventually owning the world’s largest motorcycle company and the company making more internal combustion engines than any… more»

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