The classic Saab 900 is a fast-appreciating model from the halcyon days of the 1980s. The uniquely Swedish design combined a racy profile with front-wheel drive and a warm embrace of turbocharged powerplants. The 900 Turbo is most desired… more»
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May 16, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
One Of Only 764! 1982 Lancia Zagato
The last time I saw a Lancia Zagato, such as this 1982 example was probably in 1982! Lancia, a once proud marque, known for its sporting character, has all but disappeared from global automotivedom. Based on the Lancia Beta… more»
May 16, 2023 • For Sale • 41 Comments
9K Miles and Perfectly Stored: 1982 Fiat X1/9
When talking about mid-engined sports cars, the Fiat/Bertone X1/9 often gets overlooked. Smaller than even a Porsche 914, these miracles of efficient design were quite advanced for their time. With over 160,000 made, they obviously struck a chord with… more»
May 16, 2023 • For Sale • 33 Comments
One Owner Roadster: 1947 MG TC
The MG automotive brand dates back nearly 100 years and the TC was its first output after World War II. Powered by a 1,250-cc engine, the little 2-seat roadster debuted in 1945 and was in production until 1949, selling… more»
May 16, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Ran When Parked: 1977 Pontiac Firebird Esprit Skybird
We see plenty of Second Generation Pontiac Trans Ams at Barn Finds, and their condition varies widely. Some special edition variants are less common, like this 1977 Pontiac Firebird Esprit Skybird. It is the second example we’ve seen in… more»
May 16, 2023 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Low-Mileage Hemi! 1954 DeSoto Firedome
The Firedome was a car manufactured by the DeSoto division of Chrysler, with production beginning in 1952 and running through 1959. One of the good things about the current marketplace for buyers is that many of these cars have… more»
May 16, 2023 • For Sale • 13 Comments
58K Mile Land Yacht: 1979 Lincoln Town Car
The seventies were a paradoxical time. Americans were suffering through numerous gas crunches, small Japanese cars were gaining market share in leaps and bounds, and American manufacturers punched out some of the largest road barges ever. Decades later, a… more»
May 16, 2023 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Same Family 70 Years: 1936 Cord 810 Westchester
The 1936-37 Cords were the first U.S-built, mass-produced cars that employed front-wheel-drive. They used the 810 name for the first year and 812 for the second (and last) and the 4-door sedan version was called the Westchester. A lack… more»
May 15, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Resto-Mod 4×4: 1978 Ford Bronco
After a decade of sales success, the second-generation Ford Broncos were only produced for two years before the third generation was introduced in 1980. When the full-size Bronco was introduced in 1978 there was no doubt that Ford was… more»
May 15, 2023 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Sensational Shop Find: 1982 Lamborghini LP500S Geneva Show Car
Marcello Gandini must have been thrilled when Lamborghini came knocking (again) to ask him to design a spectacular car – and the sharp-edged, scooped, flared result actually made it to production. Finally, excess leads to success! The first Countach… more»
May 15, 2023 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Unrestored Survivor: 1962 Plymouth Valiant V200 With 31k Miles
Many American buyers began downsizing their new car purchases during the early 1960s. This was partly driven by the success of imports like the Volkswagen Beetle, and both buyers and manufacturers seemed to want to join the party. Chrysler’s… more»
May 15, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
63k Original Miles: 1952 Mercury Monterey Special Custom Coupe
For your consideration is the nicest 1952 Mercury Monterey we’ve ever featured here on Barn Finds. As is typical with many craigslist ads, there is very little information and details shared about this fine-looking hardtop coupe. The seller says… more»
May 15, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Road Trip Ready: 1984 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon
In the wake of changing dynamics in the gasoline supply chain, U.S. automakers began the process of downsizing some of their cars in the late 1970s. One of the first was the full-size Chevrolets which got smaller and lighter… more»
May 15, 2023 • For Sale • 39 Comments
57k Mile Survivor? 1970 Plymouth Superbird 440 6-Barrel
I’ve mentioned before that the word “survivor” is a term I try to be careful not to overuse, simply because most cars with decades of age on them just don’t fall into the true meaning of that category. But… more»
May 15, 2023 • For Sale • 20 Comments
6k Mile Barn Find: 1978 Lincoln Continental Mark V
Classics like traditional 1970s Land Yachts are about as politically incorrect as a motor vehicle can be in an era when manufacturers are focusing more on the economy and hybrid models. These cars are as big and bold as… more»
May 15, 2023 • For Sale • 15 Comments
New Interior: 1978 Chevrolet Nova V8
By 1978, the rear-wheel-drive Nova was on the way out, soon to be replaced by a rebadged Japanese import from Toyota. The automobile had a great run, dating back to 1962 when it became the second compact in the… more»
