Rarity is a strange condition. Some items are rare because very few were produced. Some items are rare because they were poorly built and did not hold up as time passed. Others were used up and the remnants were… more»
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Jul 21, 2024 • For Sale • 20 Comments
Long Term Ownership: 1938 Ford De Luxe Coupe
Ford introduced its V8 engine in 1932, and from then on, advancements in design were rapid. While the Model A changed in only subtle ways over the years, the mid-30s Fords shifted quickly from straight-line sheet metal and upright… more»
Jun 28, 2024 • Exclusives • 19 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1931 Ford Coupe Clown Car
One of the joys of writing for Barn Finds is the eclectic mix of classics we see. This 1931 Ford Coupe fits that description, having spent part of its life as a Clown Car. The owner recently released it… more»
Jun 24, 2024 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Rebuilt Engine and Transmission: 1941 Ford Business Coupe
We live in great times when it comes to automobile reliability. With long warranties, closer manufacturing tolerances, and commonality of parts even among different makes, it is easy to find used cars with over 200,000 miles on them. Engine… more»
Jun 13, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
LS-Powered Rat Rod: 1934 Ford Coupe
It is fair to say that Rat Rod creators play by their own set of rules. However, those rules are loosely defined, allowing builders to create genuinely unique vehicles that reflect their taste, imagination, and, crucially, their ingenuity. This… more»
Jun 11, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Same Family Since ’65: 1939 Ford Coupe
The seller refers to this 1939 Ford Coupe as an older restoration, although its updated engine and interior may lead some to class it as a refurbishment. They admit the paint shows some age, but its overall tidy presentation… more»
Jun 9, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Road-Going Racer: 1941 Plymouth Coupe Gasser
The trend of returning old racing machinery to the road isn’t new, and we’ve seen a few examples of that practice at Barn Finds. However, none have been quite like this 1941 Plymouth Coupe. The seller hasn’t attempted to… more»
Apr 27, 2024 • For Sale • 43 Comments
Old School Cool: 1932 Ford 3-Window Coupe
I have long admired the American hot rod scene. I think it is because it draws its roots from necessity and a time when enthusiasts were forced to innovate if they wanted to slip behind the wheel of a… more»
Mar 21, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Desert Baked Business Coupe: 1936 Plymouth Coupe
For those of you who have been faithful readers for a while, I am again getting back up on my soapbox concerning prewar Mopar coupes. I believe that these overbuilt but handsome coupes are one of the best choices… more»
Mar 20, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
All Apart – 1959 MGA 1500 Coupe
Hankering after a stylish British sports car that won’t obliterate your wallet? Here on craigslist is a 1959 MGA 1500 coupe project car with an asking price of $3500 located in Godfrey, Missouri. While the MGA roadster is a… more»
Mar 17, 2024 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Down on its Luck Sixties Hot Rod: 1931 Ford Model A Coupe
Every once in a while, an archaeological find of recent vintage hits the internet. Be it an old dealership that closed its doors and never opened back up again, or that suburban garage that finally opened up to reveal… more»
Mar 17, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Solid Coupe from the Carolinas: 1937 Ford Coupe
It seems like everyone with a thirties Ford coupe has decided that it is time to sell. While the many attributes of these stylish and durable coupes have made them popular for decades, will the overwhelming number of cars… more»
Mar 15, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Unfinished Project with an Awesome Engine: 1930 Ford Model A Coupe
Some of us start our projects by carefully planning everything out and making purchases as needed. Others start throwing money at a project without a clear plan and figure it will all work out in the end. This 1930… more»
Nov 27, 2023 • For Sale • 32 Comments
One Owner Survivor: 1971 Datsun 1200 2-Door Sedan
Most small cars from the early 1970s saw active service as commuters or daily drivers until their owners felt they’d reached the end of their serviceable life. Survivors within that category are relatively rare, especially if the car is… more»
Nov 25, 2023 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Assembly Required: 1938 Ford 5-Window Coupe
Ford lost the sales game to Chevrolet in 1936, so their automobiles for 1937-38 would be all new. The redesign enabled Ford to reclaim the top spot in ’37, but an economic recession in ’38 would erase all the… more»
Oct 22, 2023 • For Sale • 19 Comments
55k Original Miles: 1979 Subaru DL
Subaru enjoys a well-earned reputation for producing some of the most robust cars on the planet. The Impreza WRX was one of the dominant models in the World Rally Championship, scoring six crowns between 1995 and 2003. Our feature… more»
