Well-Sorted Survivor: 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass Barn Find Revival

Not every barn find needs years of work before it can be enjoyed, and this 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass listed on craigslist in Morton, Pennsylvania, appears to be a good example of that sweet spot. Priced at $7,500, this Cutlass… more»

Supercharged Sedan: 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP

Pontiac’s Grand Prix began as a personal luxury car in 1962 but would evolve into a 4-door performance/luxury sedan before retiring in 2008. The seller’s beautiful survivor is from the car’s seventh generation and is a turn-key automobile that… more»

Tiny Two-Stroke Twin: 1970 Yamaha HS1 90

Said to be the smallest production twin-cylinder motorcycle at the time, Yamaha’s HS1 wasn’t a powerhouse, but even at 89-cc, this was a fun bike to ride if you didn’t expect it to be a stoplight beast. This 1970… more»

Future Lead Sled? 1950 Lincoln Cosmopolitan

The Cosmopolitan was a luxury car from Lincoln (who else?) produced from 1949 to 1954. Like other U.S. automakers, it was a fresh, new car that emerged in the days following World War II. It was a big, bulbous… more»

Only 415 Built: 1969 Buick GS 400 Stage 1 Four-Speed Project

While the 1970 Buick 455 with the Stage 1 package has a reputation as one of the stoutest engines from the muscle car era, it’s less well-known that the first Stage 1 was actually introduced in 1969 as a… more»

Worthwhile Project? 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SE

When we consider the Mercedes-Benz W108/109 lineup, we often think about the desirable V8-powered sedans, or perhaps the lovely cabriolet and coupe models. The sedan with the 2.8L inline-six is less sought after, perhaps, but it’s still a wonderful… more»

5K Mile Mail Truck: 1997 Honda CRV

A slightly under-the-radar component of survivor vehicles are those that are used for marketing to postal carriers. Yes, this is real, especially for rural postal carriers who often can’t use the standard-issue trucks from the USPS. This is because… more»

Back To The Basics: 1997 Ford Ranger XL 5-Speed

It doesn’t get much more basic than this 1997 Ford Ranger XL pickup. We often hear from Barn Finds readers that they miss the days when a small, basic pickup was available, one without an overwhelming warranty-inducing nightmare of… more»

Rare Diesel: 1984 Pontiac 6000

When you say the words “GM diesel” in the context of a vehicle from the 1980s, I wouldn’t blame you for thinking the worst. After all, GM had a significant swing and miss when it came to selling a… more»

Parked Since ’75: 1957 Chevrolet 150

Don’t be fooled by its weathered appearance, because there is much to like about this 1957 Chevrolet 150. Below the surface is a rock-solid project candidate that has hibernated for fifty years. It is a genuine blank canvas, allowing… more»

390/4-Speed: 1962 Mercury Monterey S-55

Some classics possess the “wow” factor, either due to their overall condition or their performance potential. This 1962 Mercury Monterey S-55 ticks the boxes on both counts, leaving the new owner with little to do but slip behind the… more»

Only One Left? 1959 Fiat 1100 103D

Fiat sold cars in the U.S. in the late 1950s. But we’re betting imports like the Volkswagen Beetle turned in better numbers. Most of the sales were the 500 and 600 models, but the 1100 was also in the… more»

Flat Top Trailer Find: 1960 Chevrolet Impala

Chevrolet redesigned its cars for a second year in a row in 1959, largely due to competitive pressures. You’ll recall Chrysler launched its “Forward Look” automobiles in 1957, which redefined what cars would look like going forward. The new… more»

“Big-Block” Barn Find: 1970 Dodge Challenger

If this 1970 Dodge Challenger demonstrates nothing else, it is that there are still some excellent and desirable classics hiding in dark shed corners, waiting for their moment of liberation. The seller claims this Dodge is a genuine barn… more»

TNT Powered! 1970 Chrysler 300 Convertible

Who says green and red don’t go together? They certainly do at Christmas time. Yeah, but on a car? Well, maybe not, as the contrast between the primary and non-primary color certainly stands out in the case of this… more»

63k Mile 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda

Many enthusiasts consider a known history crucial when searching for a classic to park in their garage. This 1970 Plymouth AAR ‘Cuda ticks that box comfortably, having had only two owners throughout its life. The seller has been its… more»

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