We’ve seen hundreds of special edition vehicles find their way onto the pages of Barn Finds over the years, including quite a few unusual variants of the Ford Mustang. However, the story behind the one-year-only 7-Up edition is an… more»
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Jul 18, 2024 • Exclusives • 8 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1968 Chevrolet El Camino SS 396
It isn’t uncommon to find a classic muscle car with a big block engine swap, but typically, the builder starts with a base car. In the case of this El Camino, it started life as a well-equipped SS 396… more»
Jul 18, 2024 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Original Paint: 52k Mile 1968 Chevrolet Caprice
We are lucky enough to see some stunning survivors crossing our desks at Barn Finds, and this 1968 Chevrolet Caprice 4-Door Hardtop sits up there with the best of them. Faulting its presentation is almost impossible, from its sparkling… more»
Jul 18, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
34k Mile 1968 Chevrolet Corvette L79 4-Speed
Only a select group of cars feature styling that is so iconic that it is recognized globally. The original Volkswagen Beetle and Mini fall into that category, as does the C3 Corvette. Our feature car is from the first… more»
Jul 18, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
No Reserve: 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4
Classic Pickups almost invariably command attention when they hit the market, particularly if they are clean survivors that a seller lists with No Reserve. Those words perfectly describe this 1985 Ford F250 XL 4×4. It is ready for towing… more»
Jul 18, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Storage Unit Find: 1969 Lotus Elan +2
In the early 1960s, Colin Chapman was riding high on successes in Formula racing. But his road-going car, the Elite, struggled in the market, putting Lotus in a precarious financial position. The Elite, while lovely, was fragile and demanded… more»
Jul 18, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
70k Original Miles: 1967 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
Some classic cars can be deceptive, representing an iron fist wrapped in a silk glove. Such is the case with this 1967 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight Luxury Sedan. It is a gentle giant at first glance, but its V8 provides surprising… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 41 Comments
Only 634 Miles! 1991 Saturn SC Coupe
Who remembers Saturn, the upstart division of General Motors whose mission was to be a “different kind of car company”? When it was launched in the mid-1980s, that was true as Saturn’s approach to manufacturing, marketing, pricing, and its… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
L82/4-Speed: 1978 Chevrolet Corvette Silver Anniversary Edition
There is no denying that by the time 1978 dawned, the C3 Corvette was no longer the fire-breathing monster it had been a decade earlier. However, ordering one with the optional L82 version of the 350ci V8 under the… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Original 428 Cobra Jet: 1970 Mercury Cougar Eliminator
It is no secret that as the 1970s dawned, the American muscle car market had shrunk significantly. Manufacturers focused on meeting upcoming legislative changes, while insurance companies twitched uncontrollably every time a customer application for one of these potent… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Rare Big Valve Project: 1971 Lotus Elan +2 S130
When you think of a Lotus Elan, it’s natural to picture an evocative two-seater roadster. After all, this is the nameplate that made Lotus a household name for car enthusiasts everywhere. However, the little-know Elan +2 is an alternative… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
1-Of-6 Wagons? 1973 Cadillac DeVille
When you scrolled into a Cadillac dealership in 1973, you’d find a selection of hardtops, sedans, and convertibles. But what you wouldn’t find was a station wagon because that body style wasn’t in the marketing plan. If you wanted… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Grandpa’s Survivor? 1957 Ford Thunderbird
People often lump the first generation of the Ford Thunderbird and the 1953-55 Chevy Corvette into the same category, i.e., they’re sports cars. But that’s not really correct. While the T-Bird was a 2-seater like the ‘Vette, it was… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Stored 35 Years: 1972 Chevrolet Nova Custom
Chevrolet introduced its second entry into the compact market in 1972, the Chevy II. It was conventional compared to the earlier Corvair (the Chevy II had a water-cooled engine up front). The top trim level was called Nova, and… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 3 Comments
1948 Ford Deluxe Coupe Barn Find
It comes as no surprise for seasoned car collectors that placing a car out of sight for a long time is not a good idea. Anything can happen when it is not under your watchful eye. Take for example… more»
Jul 17, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Some Assembly Required: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro
Sitting in this garage is a 1979 Chevrolet Camaro with a story to tell. It is an unfinished project where the hard and expensive work is complete. The seller didn’t cut corners on their build, striving to return this… more»
