Barn Finds

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments

Halo Roof: 1971 Ford Torino Spring Edition

Ford redesigned its mid-size Torino in 1970, giving the car a leaner and more slender aerodynamic appearance. Sales were less than spectacular, and the design would only be run for two years before the automobile was redone again. The… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments

Vintage Scooter Project: 1981 Vespa P200E

The Vespa scooter was born in Italy in 1946 as an economical way to get around Europe after World War II. Several iterations have taken place over the years, with perhaps the most popular and durable being the P200… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments

Dad’s Pair: Two 1955 Hemi DeSotos

The seller’s father purchased two 1955 DeSotos to restore, but now they are being sold. One of the projects, a two-door Fireflite Sportsman Firedome Special Coupe, has been started, while the Firedome sedan remains intact. Could these be the… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments

Nicest One Left? One-Owner 1971 Chevrolet Camaro

The Chevy Camaro was treated to its first redesign in 1970 and the sleek, fresh look would carry the car for another 11 years. But it was delayed by three months in getting into production, so the 1969s had… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments

Blank Canvas Roller: 1965 Ford Mustang 2+2 Fastback

One of the greatest challenges when searching for a First Generation Mustang project is locating a candidate that doesn’t require rust repairs. Salvation may be at hand with this ’65 2+2 Fastback. It appears to be rock-solid, and the… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 2 Comments

87k Original Miles: 1979 Chevrolet Blazer Cheyenne

If you asked ten enthusiasts to nominate their ideal type of restoration project, you would almost certainly receive ten different answers. Some relish the prospect of dismantling a vehicle to the last nut and bolt, while others prefer turnkey… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments

Update: Garage Find! 1927 Rolls-Royce Twenty Cabriolet

UPDATE: This 1927 Rolls-Royce Twenty cabriolet is now at auction here on eBay, with bidding at $12,121, reserve met. Considering that no one was interested three weeks ago when the seller advertised the car on craigslist for $8000, he… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments

Long-Term Storage: 1956 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz Convertible

Like many classics, certain Cadillac models are more desirable than others. The stakes are pretty high when the attention shifts to a Biarritz Convertible from the 1950s. This 1956 Biarritz recently emerged from long-term storage and is a rock-solid… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments

Out of the Basement: 1972 Chevrolet Nova

The compact Chevy II/Nova was a sales winner for Chevrolet from 1962 to 1979. The most popular iteration may have been the generation built from 1968 to 1972 and the latter year was the second best-selling version of the… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments

Oklahoma Field Find: 1971 Ford Bronco

This 1971 Ford Bronco is an unmolested field find that could represent an excellent project candidate for the right person. It requires total restoration, but everything is there for someone to return this classic to its former glory. Alternatively,… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments

Former CHP Cruiser Project! 1968 Dodge Polara

Throughout the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, Chrysler did a big business providing patrol cars to various law enforcement agencies across the country. Dodge seemed to be the product of choice by many and in 1968 it was the Polara… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • Auctions • 8 Comments

Stored 39 Years: 1956 Ford Thunderbird Project

The two-seater Ford Thunderbird made its debut in 1955. Despite it being a niche car (a pricey, two-seater personal luxury car with limited trunk space), it was a sales success with 16,155 units sold. Plus, it accomplished its task… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 29 Comments

No Reserve: 1959 Plymouth Belvedere

Sometimes a classic car doesn’t need spotless presentation and mirror-shiny paint to walk away with show silverware. Take this 1959 Plymouth Belvedere. It is an original and unmolested survivor with aging paint. However, it struck a chord with patrons… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 27 Comments

Three On The Tree! 1966 Chevrolet C-10!

Take a look at this! We have a 1966 Chevrolet C-10 up for sale in Naples, Florida, for only $6,500. When I saw this, my first thought was to preserve and seal that patina with linseed oil. Other people… more»

Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments

Running Barn Find: 1955 Imperial By Chrysler

Chrysler began selling the luxurious Imperial in 1928. But, in 1955, they attempted to better market themselves against Cadillac and Lincoln by spinning off the Imperial as a separate make. They were still built alongside the Chrysler New Yorker… more»