Convert It Back? 1973 Volkswagen Super Beetle

Volkswagen introduced the Super Beetle in 1971 to give dealers more choices for U.S. buyers. The Super Beetle varied from the standard Beetle by its curved windshield, larger luggage space, and McPherson front strut suspension. But none of them… more»

Museum Find: 1937 Hudson Pickup

Hudson was mainly known for their cars, but the company also made a unique line of “commercial cars”, such as a Utility Coupe and a very unusual Utility Coupe Pickup. It was a Hudson Utility Coupe passenger car with… more»

Survivor? 1987 American Motors Eagle

By the late 1970s, American Motors Corporation was slowly drowning in competition. Pursuing salvation, it chose the only affordable strategy it could dream up: devise a new car from existing parts. Even so, the expenditure required for a new… more»

Lovingly Maintained: 1975 Bricklin SV-1

If I said that I was about to tell the story of an American classic featuring gullwing doors, panel material that never required painting, and a drivetrain from a third-party supplier, the minds of many would turn to the… more»

340/4-Speed Project: 1971 Plymouth ‘Cuda

When it comes to E-Bodies, the 1970 and ’71 Barracuda are probably my two favorites, with a slight nod to the latter considering its cool grille design and quad headlights up front, plus the one-year-only ‘Cuda exclusive gills in… more»

1 Owner SUV: 1991 Chevrolet Suburban V2500

There are some key words that buyers and collectors of classic cars and trucks love to hear: one owner and California-since-new. This 1991 Chevrolet Suburban captures both of these key details with long-term West Coast ownership and just one… more»

Dad’s Sports Car: 1989 Porsche 928 S4

Time waits for no man. Unfortunately, this 1989 Porsche 928 S4 has fallen down the slippery slope of neglect and borderline abandonment after the seller’s father reached a certain point of old age. That’s the reality of the situation… more»

BF Auction: 1970 Pontiac LeMans Sport Convertible

The owner of this 1970 Pontiac LeMans Sport Convertible has been its custodian since 1978. It was his daily driver for many years, receiving a restoration around 1984. It hasn’t seen action recently, and changing circumstances have led him… more»

Driver With the Right Options: 1972 Chevrolet Corvette

Have you ever ordered a sandwich from a real deli?  The kind of deli we are referring to is one with a checklist where you mark what type of bread, meat, cheese, condiments, and toppings you want to make… more»

Abandoned Project: 1977 AMC Pacer Wagon

“1977 AMC Pacer. Super fun, and everyone loves it.” That’s how the ad for this interesting potential collectible kicks off on craiglist. Matt H saw that and decided to share it as a tip for the rest of us… more»

Drop-Top Garage Find: 1960 Studebaker Lark

The Studebaker Lark was one of the new compact cars to hit the U.S. market in the late 1950s and early 1960s. Along with the Rambler American, it debuted in 1959 – a full year before the Detroit “Big… more»

BF Auction: 1966 Pontiac Grand Prix

Although some enthusiasts focus on classics featuring Triple-Black paint and trim, there is much to be said for following the opposite tack. This 1966 Pontiac Grand Prix is a shining example of that philosophy, with its Triple-White creating a… more»

Stored for 35 Years! 1965 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Some owners demonstrate greater restraint than I will ever possess. I can’t imagine owning a classic like this 1965 Corvette Convertible and leaving it in storage for over thirty-five years. That is its story, although the dry environment has… more»

Muscle Wagon: 1970 Buick Estate Wagon 455

The 1970 Buick Estate was a genuine Muscle Wagon off the showroom floor. However, this beast takes that to a higher level courtesy of a raft of engine upgrades. It presents beautifully, and its interior is loaded with comfort… more»

Numbers Matching Project: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro Z28

The Z28 was a performance option on the first-generation Chevrolet Camaro. It was Chevy’s way of competing in Sports Car Club of America’s Trans Am Series (racing) which limited engine displacement to 302 cubic inches. The Z28 Camaro had… more»

Diesel Import: 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser BJ42

It would be easy and understandable if our Barn Finds readers looked at this 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser and thought it was just another FJ40. However, it is the FJ40’s cousin, the BJ42. It spent years serving as a… more»

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