I watched a documentary recently about the year 1968. It was one topsy-turvy year in America. However, one thing that hadn’t changed in 1968 was the Cadillac. It was still the king of luxury motor cars, and as their… more»
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Jul 14, 2024 • Auctions • 32 Comments
No Reserve! 1968 Cadillac Eldorado Coupe
I was 12 when the all-new Cadillac Eldorado was introduced and I thought it was one really cool-looking car. With its hidden headlights, long hood and short deck, and razor-sharp styling, it was unlike any Cadillac I had ever… more»
Feb 13, 2024 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Dan Gurney Special: 1968 Mercury Cougar
During the period from the sixties through the nineties, the marketing departments of the Big Three automakers were always coming up with gimmicks to sell cars. From pace cars to special editions, customers looking for a distinctive ride could… more»
Jan 17, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Moving Sale: 1968 Fiat 850 Spider
Historians will look back and see that Americans migrated from state to state more during the last ten years than at any other time in our history since World War II. While there are many different reasons, what we… more»
Jan 14, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Explore the Back Country: 1968 Jeepster Commando
When you drive past a Jeep dealer today you see all manner of different vehicles with the Jeep name emblazoned on them. That variety is making a lot of money for the brand. For a long time, Jeep didn’t… more»
Jan 3, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Needs Engine Transplant: 1968 Datsun Fairlady 2000
While many of us feel guilty for harboring thoughts of modifying a good car to make the ride of our dreams, in some situations, that is forgivable. If a vehicle has suffered enough damage or is missing crucial parts… more»
Sep 18, 2023 • For Sale • 9 Comments
440 Magnum: 1968 Dodge Charger
I am not sure if this 1968 Charger is more patina or silver? It is located in Allen, Texas just north of Dallas. It is listed here on eBay with 5 days remaining in the auction. The car does… more»
Aug 10, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
California Survivor: 1968 Ford F-250 Ranger Camper Special
If you’ve lived in the Santa Rosa, California area anytime in the past 55 years, chances are you probably saw this 1968 Ford F-250 “Camper Special” Ranger on the road. That’s because it’s had three owners since it was… more»
Jun 30, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Parked for 30 Years: 1968 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Fastback
Cars or trucks that are parked for 30 years in a barn, shed, or in the case, a carport, kind of fascinate me. Sometimes the sellers tell you “the rest of the story,” and many times, they don’t. Take… more»
May 12, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Amazing Original Finish Porsche: 1968 Porsche 912
It is no secret that early Porsche prices have reached the stratosphere. 356s and 911s are selling in the six digits with regularity. What about the four-cylinder 912s? Have prices for pristine lesser Porsches also pushed past the plateau… more»
May 7, 2023 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Rare Gold Key Edition: 1968 International Scout 800
This is one of the nicest International Harvester Scouts ever to be featured here on Barn Finds. It’s from the seller’s personal Scout collection and is being advertised as “an ultra rare, low production, Limited Edition Scout “V” model… more»
Oct 16, 2022 • For Sale • 18 Comments
1 of 175: 1968 Chrysler Newport Sportsgrain Convertible
Alfred, Lord Tennyson wrote a famous poem about Spring being the season of love. Spring was also the time of year when automakers would introduce limited special-edition models to hopefully jazz up the sales force and increase foot traffic… more»
Oct 7, 2022 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Big Block V6: 1968 GMC 2500 Truck
Pat L. found this 1968 GMC 3/4 ton pickup for sale in Menifee, California. Upon first glance, it looks like a well used long wheel base pickup and it certainly is. But what powers this truck is an interesting… more»
Oct 3, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Grandpa’s Low-Mileage Survivor: 1968 Ford Bronco
With their popularity in the vintage truck market showing no signs of slowing down, we have featured quite a number of first-generation Broncos here on Barn Finds. They seem to generally fall into two condition camps: rough, rusty, and… more»
Sep 20, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Unfinished Project: 1968 Shelby 428 CJ Tribute
Think hard before adding stripes, especially to a Mustang. Because once you do that, you’ll have to go further to make the car look like a Shelby, or you’ll just have a car with stripes and have to deal… more»
Aug 27, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Hemi Upgraded: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T
There is a lot of talk about hybrid and electric vehicles these days. I wonder when those become barn finds if we will be as excited as we are seeing a 1968 Dodge Charger R/T roll out of a… more»
