The old-school hot rod was born in the aftermath of World War II from the union of powerful engines and lightweight bodies of obsolete machines. And it is in this context that this 1948 Singer Roadster might be best… more»
Roadster
Jul 8, 2021 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Solid Survivor: 1960 MGA Roadster
When the weather is fine, there’s nothing quite like the experience of slipping behind the wheel of a classic British sports car to make the most of what Mother Nature has to offer us. That opportunity awaits someone with… more»
Jun 27, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Parked in 1993: 1961 MG MGA Roadster
Here at Barn Finds, we always appreciate it when our readers manage to unearth interesting classic cars for us to feature. Nothing gives us more pleasure than to be handed a dusty vehicle that is crying out for someone… more»
Jun 13, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Pre-war Performance: 1935 Ford Model 48 Roadster
Located in Vernon Hills, Illinois, this rumble seat-equipped Ford is listed here on eBay. The current bid is just shy of $17,000, but the reserve has not been met. With only two days left in the auction, though, we’ll… more»
Apr 22, 2021 • For Sale • 26 Comments
Deluxe Hot Rod: 1932 Ford Roadster
The ad for this beautiful 1932 Ford Roadster claims it features original sheet metal, grille shell, hood, headlights, dash, and firewall! With all the reproduction parts out for these cars, hopefully, some provenance of the history is included with… more»
Jan 17, 2021 • For Sale • 29 Comments
1935 Mercedes-Benz Roadster Replica
Owning a pre-war Mercedes-Benz Roadster can be a wonderful experience…right up to the moment that it suffers a mechanical issue. It’s at that moment when an owner will start looking at a second mortgage on the family home. Or… more»
Dec 8, 2020 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Classified Find: 1994 Mercedes-Benz 500 SL Roadster
I know that it’s winter, and I know that it probably isn’t the best time of year to consider buying a classic convertible. However, is there anything wrong with being prepared? Winter will eventually end, and once the warm… more»
Sep 14, 2020 • For Sale • 3 Comments
Worth Fixing? 1969 Datsun 2000 Roadster
You should never judge a book by its cover. This 1969 Datsun 2000 Roadster might look quite sad, but it is actually a structurally sound classic. The owner commenced the restoration process, but this stalled some time back. He… more»
Sep 7, 2020 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Built In The Fifties? 1931 Ford Hot Rod
This is an interesting 1931 Ford roadster. It has clearly been modified from stock but doesn’t appear to have been subjected to the typical chop/channel/fenderless treatment. There is no definitive proof, but the seller thinks it was done sometime… more»
May 25, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Stalled Project: 1951 MG TD Roadster
Photos can be deceptive, and that is definitely the case with this 1951 MG TD. However, in this case the photos are deceptive in a good way. As it currently stands, this little British classic doesn’t look like it… more»
May 13, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Ready To Go: 1956 MG MGA Roadster
UPDATE 5/13/2020 – We just heard from the seller of this MGA and the winner of the auction backed out, so they have relisted this beautiful car here on eBay! Be sure to take another look at it and… more»
Apr 15, 2020 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Perfect Family Project: 1928 Ford Model A Roadster
There is nothing that strengthens the bonds like a parent-and-child restoration project. It allows two (or more) people to work together towards a common goal, and the end result can be a car that provides all parties with years… more»
Apr 14, 2020 • For Sale • 17 Comments
1 Of 6: 1913 Henderson Model 44 Roadster
One of the great joys of writing for Barn Finds is the fact that we get to see and research some very rare and unusual cars, and this 1913 Henderson Model 44 Roadster is just such a car. The… more»
Mar 24, 2020 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Poor Man’s Cobra: V8-Powered 1961 MGA Roadster
There are two types of surprises in the world. There are the pleasant types that bring us joy and happiness. Of course, there’s also the other type, which usually doesn’t involve a lot of fun. This 1961 MGA definitely… more»
Jan 25, 2020 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Rust-Free Project: 1928 Chrysler Series 72 Roadster
After spending decades hidden away in a barn, this 1928 Chrysler Series 72 Roadster has now emerged back into the light of day. What the light reveals is a solid and clean car that is just begging for someone… more»
Jan 19, 2020 • For Sale • 19 Comments
21k Original Miles: 1968 Jaguar E-Type Roadster
We see a reasonable selection of E-Type Jaguars coming across our desks here at Barn Finds, and they seem to largely fall into two distinct categories. They are either vehicles that are going to need massive and financially crippling… more»
