Hot Rod

Needs Finishing: 1932 Ford Coupe Hot Rod

While production cars are often referred to as “cookie-cutter” vehicles that share standard mechanical components, paint, and trim, the same can’t be said for traditional Hot Rods. They allow enormous scope for personalization, meaning that you will almost certainly… more»

Fantastic Foundation: 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod Project

It takes a dedicated individual to tackle a Hot Rod build. Locating the appropriate parts is only the beginning, because these types of projects typically involve a fair degree of fabrication before the owner’s dream becomes a reality. This… more»

Hemi-Powered: 1924 Ford T-Bucket

It feels like Hot Rod week at Barn Finds, with our feature car the second such vehicle to appear on our pages in under a day. While the previous vehicle was an old-school Ford Roaster, this is a 1924… more»

No Reserve: 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod

Regular Barn Finds readers will know my preference for original classics. However, I treat that attitude as a guide, rather than a hard-and-fast rule. I have total respect for well-executed custom builds, and am almost irresistibly drawn to old-school… more»

Three-Year Build: 1934 Chevrolet Coupe

Occasionally, cars will appear on our desks at Barn Finds that help each of us to realize how lucky we are, and why we should never take life for granted. A passionate enthusiast who had served his country faithfully… more»

Garage Bound Since the Sixties: 1934 Ford Coupe

While many wags have declared that the era of undiscovered automotive treasures is largely over, our faithful readers are proving that is not true.  T.J., one of our most prolific classic car bloodhounds, has tracked down a very desirable… more»

Built in 1953 and Parked in 1961: 1932 Ford Five-Window Coupe

In the world of historians, an item that is a remnant of a particular place and time is called a primary source.  These primary sources help us to understand the past by having a tangible item to study that… more»

V6 Hot Rod: 1927 Ford Model T Coupe

The Hot Rod formula has always been pretty straightforward. The builder takes an older body and fits a more powerful drivetrain under the skin. Most tend to feature upgraded fours or V8s, but I have to say a big… more»

Chopped Rod: 1931 Ford Model A Coupe

Some classic projects provide a wealth of options as the owner contemplates how they would complete the build. Such is the case with this 1931 Ford Model A Coupe. Its creator treated it to a chop and various mechanical… more»

Nailhead V8! 1930 Ford Five Window Coupe

Slammed and flaunting its naked V8 for all to see, this 1930 Ford Five Window Coupe in Whittier, California looks ready to rip. Running and driving condition escaped the description here on Craigslist, but this 95 year-old shows no… more»

Finish it Your Way: 1932 Ford Roadster

Some enthusiasts avoid tackling another’s unfinished project build because it often involves opening a particularly unpleasant can of worms. However, this 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod is a different kettle of fish. Not only does the buyer see what… more»

Pick A Time Period: 1930 Ford Model A Hot Rod

We have all heard the remark that beauty is in the eye of the beholder.  For hot rods, no statement has ever been more true.  Hot rods are, by definition, vehicles that have been changed from their stock with… more»

All-Steel Rod Project: 1930 Ford Model A Coupe

If our recent experience at Barn Finds is an accurate guide, traditional Hot Rods are enjoying a resurgence in the classic world. This is understandable, because they can be quite affordable when compared to pony or muscle cars, and… more»

Holy Grail Barn Find- ’32 Hot Rod Roadster Survivor Built in 1949

One of the great joys of writing for Barn Finds is interacting with all the readers out there who take time out of their lives to read these posts and do a little bench racing while writing about this… more»

Olds Powered Hot Rod Bargain: 1940 Ford Coupe

Over 80 years since the last one rolled off the assembly line, the 1940 Ford is still highly regarded by collectors.  Of the many body styles, the coupe version has become an American icon.  Bathed in the legend of… more»

Old School Cool: 1930 Ford Model A Hot Rod

The original Hot Rods were born out of a need to utilize bodies and mechanical components that were readily available and either cheap or free. People typically built them without much cash, and innovative thinking was common. They are… more»

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