The Rambler name was first used for a vehicle by the Thomas B. Jeffery Company in about 1900. “Rambler” is actually derived from a bicycle of the same name. The Jeffrey company was purchased by Charles Nash in 1916… more»
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Jun 15, 2022 • For Sale • 12 Comments
8-Passenger Sedan: 1951 DeSoto Custom
In 1951, DeSoto offered two “stretch” versions of their sedans that added 14 inches of wheelbase to the middle. There was the 9-passenger Suburban with a third bench seat, plus the 8-passenger sedan with jump seats for two in… more»
Jun 3, 2022 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Drop-Top Project: 1949 Ford Custom V8
The 1949 Fords were the company’s first all-new post-war cars as the transition continued from wartime to consumer vehicle production. As part of the movement away from the bulky styling that dominated pre-war automobiles, the 1949 Fords won awards… more»
May 17, 2022 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Custom 2-Door! 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle Wagon
Called a “mild custom” by its creator, this 1968 Chevrolet Chevelle in Minden, Nebraska left the factory (as all Chevy wagons did that year) with four doors, but now it has two! Other custom modifications include skirted rear wheel… more»
Apr 23, 2022 • For Sale • 10 Comments
38k Genuine Miles: 1976 Ford F150 Custom Styleside
It isn’t unusual for owners to become confused when determining certain aspects of their classic, and that is the case with the seller of this 1976 Ford F150 Styleside. They claim that it is an Explorer, but it carries… more»
Apr 15, 2022 • Auctions • 18 Comments
Pullman Camper: 1971 GMC C-1500
In 1967, General Motors redesigned their C/K trucks, adding more features and creature comforts than earlier models. The 1967-72 editions were referred to as the “Action-Line” series and they were offered by both Chevrolet and GMC with few differences… more»
Apr 13, 2022 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Stunning California Barn Find: 1963 GMC Pickup
Some classics have better stories to tell than others, and the one for this 1963 GMC Custom Pickup is a beauty. It started its life on a farm in Wyoming before making its way to California in the early… more»
Feb 23, 2022 • For Sale • 50 Comments
428 V8 Sleeper! 1968 Ford Custom
For much of the 1960s, if you wanted a full-size Ford but your budget didn’t call for a Galaxie or LTD, you opted for the Custom or Custom 500. With the former, you got things like an inline-6 engine,… more»
Feb 5, 2022 • For Sale • 61 Comments
1 Of A Kind Custom Project! Chevrolet “Bel Camino”
My favorite jokes and riddles have always been the ones that have to be explained, so here’s one for you- what would you get if you crossed a Bel Air with an El Camino? A Bel Camino, of course! … more»
Jan 31, 2022 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Former Magazine Cover Car: 1953 Buick Skylark Custom
The 1953 Buick Skylark was a rare bird to begin with, with a total of only 1640 units produced for the model year. After nearly 70 years of attrition, nicely restored examples are now selling for over $100k. Owners… more»
Dec 14, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Retro Rarity: 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 50th Anniversary AAT
We’ve all seen restomod builds where an owner takes an older classic and slots a more modern drivetrain under the skin, but to see a situation where the reverse is true is less common. That is the case with… more»
Nov 28, 2021 • For Sale • 33 Comments
The Hirohata Merc: 1951 Mercury Custom
If you were ever interested in Hot Rods or Custom cars, chances are you have seen this car. You might not have known its name or history but the legacy of this car lives on in thousands of custom… more»
Oct 18, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Fabulous Fiberglass: 1942 Studebaker Sports Custom
Mystery is the quality of pairing concealment with what is revealed, with the aim of capturing both the attention and the imagination of the audience. Titled as a 1942 Studebaker, this cream roadster is located in Centreville, Maryland, and… more»
Sep 14, 2021 • For Sale • 60 Comments
Dream Big! Wild Mercedes-inspired Custom
Inspired by the impressive Mercedes-Benz race cars of the recent past, this wild custom seeks a new owner with big dreams and a flair for the unusual. The Chicago, Illinois “2011 Mercedes Benz C8” features a mid-engine design utilizing… more»
Aug 23, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Compact Custom: 1961 Vintage Hot Rod
Eclectic is such a great word. It also best encapsulates the vehicles that we see appearing on our desks here at Barn Finds. Regular readers will be used to seeing a wide assortment of desirable muscle cars, pony cars,… more»
Jul 14, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Post-War Survivor: 1949 DeSoto Custom
During its tenure at Chrysler Corp., the DeSoto was sandwiched between Dodge and Chrysler in terms of styling and amenities. 1949 would reflect the first new design since World War II, but they were detailed in getting to market… more»
