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»
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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»
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Flathead V8: 1931 Ford Model A Hot Rod
As I’ve gotten older, I tend to prefer original and unmolested classics. However, that doesn’t mean that I dismiss custom builds. I am particularly drawn to traditional Hot Rods. These vehicles invariably demonstrate the builder’s creative thinking, and the… more»
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Old School Cool: 1928 Ford Model A Roadster
While the Ford Model T was wildly successful at every level, it was beginning to age out among buyers after an almost twenty-year run, and in 1928 was replaced by the all-new Model A. The more modern, fresh offering… more»
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Low Miles, Mint Condition: 1979 MGB Roadster
This 1979 MGB roadster is advertised with a claim of only 13,000 original miles and three owners. It is available here on craigslist for $19,750, located in the Boston, Massachusetts area. Mitchell G found this gem for us –… more»
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MGB Powerplant Transplant: 1956 MGA 1500 Roadster
Sitting for thirty years is a harsh sentence for most cars, unless the storage time features regular starting, ambient temperature control, maybe even resting on jack stands periodically. Otherwise, cars end up like this MGA: brakes and wheels frozen… more»
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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»
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Parked in ’55! 1932 Ford Roadster
This epic find came to light about ten years ago, a 1932 Ford roadster last registered in 1955! Now the former magazine-featured “deuce” can become the next life-sized Matchbox car in your personal hot rod museum. The practically untouched… more»
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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»
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Older Restoration Done Right: 1936 Ford Roadster
Anyone who has completely restored a classic car can tell you that the process always requires a lot of money, time, and parts. Finding good parts can be the most frustrating part of the process. Sometimes the parts you… more»
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Factory or Conversion: 1930 Ford Model A Rumble Seat Roadster
We relish challenges and questions posed by our Barn Finds readers, although there are times when providing a definitive answer is beyond our knowledge or experience. Therefore, I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Mitchell G…. more»
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Mystery Model A: 1928 Ford Roadster
With modified parts mostly pre-dating World War II, this 1928 Ford roadster in Damascus, Oregon offers a snapshot of early hot-rodding. Gear-heads scavenged later model wrecks for upgrades, and this one’s had its original mechanical brakes upgraded to 1940… more»
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Outlaw? 1956 MGA 1500 Roadster
What’s your definition of an “outlaw” car? I think of Emory and Singer Porsches, and a comment made on the Pelican Parts forum – that the term arose when someone dared deviate from the accepted orthodoxy established by Ferdinand… more»
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One Family Owned: 1966 Datsun 1600 Roadster
Long-term ownership is often an important factor when an enthusiast commences their quest for a classic to park in their garage or workshop. Cars of that type have typically been cherished and avoided the abuse that can plague less… more»
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Missing Parts Project A: 1929 Ford Model A Roadster
While it is a bit of a cliche at this point, the whole glass half empty or glass half full thing applies to car projects as easily as it does to our outlook on life. When you look at… more»
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Garage Bound for 45 Years: 1961 MG MGA
Sometimes procrastination can pay off in unexpected ways. Take for example this 1961 MG MGA roadster for sale on Craigslist in St. Louis, Missouri. This pasty white sports car has been hidden away in a garage for 45 long… more»
