Meticulously Maintained: 1979 Ferrari 308 GTS

As an enthusiast with gasoline coursing through my veins, I clearly remember the Ferrari 308 GTS driven by Tom Selleck’s character in the 1980s TV Series, Magnum, P.I. The car used during the first season was a 1979 model,… more»

33k Original Miles: 1978 Honda Accord Hatchback Project

I remember hearing the buzz about these first-generation Accords when they were introduced back in 1976. (Fifty years ago? Really??) They were only available as a 2-door hatchback and paint options were limited to metallic blue, gold, or silver…. more»

Rare 5-Speed: 1985 Jaguar XJS

Although most people associate the Jaguar XJS with its V12 engine, the company introduced a six-cylinder version in 1983. The seller believes this 1985 example is 1-of-24 such vehicles imported into North America during the 1980s. It presents extremely… more»

LS Swap Candidate? 1984 Porsche 944

Whenever a car with a bad or missing engine is featured here on Barn Finds, the conversation inevitably turns to LS swapability. Normally it’s a bad idea but we may have found a car where the swap could make… more»

59k Documented Miles: 1975 Pontiac Ventura

Malaise Era vehicles have found their place in the market as a new generation of enthusiasts recognizes that they often offer an affordable entry into classic ownership. This 1975 Pontiac Ventura has hit the market above the market-average price,… more»

HELP WANTED: Write For Barn Finds!

Have you always dreamed of becoming an automotive journalist? Here’s your chance! We are looking for a few people to add to our team of talented writers. All you need to have is an automotive obsession and the ability… more»

One-Owner Survivor: 1986 Honda Prelude Si

When the Prelude first arrived on our shores in 1979, it seemed like everyone in my neighborhood suddenly bought one. The car’s virtues included sporty looks, great visibility from the cabin, bucket seats, a moonroof as standard equipment, and… more»

Low-Mile 5-Speed: 1976 Buick Skyhawk S

Update Oct 3, 2026 – After six months, this Skyhawk has resurfaced. We don’t know if it changed hands but it’s currently listed here on eBay. From Mar 27, 2026 – The Skyhawk was Buick’s first subcompact, launched in… more»

Trailer Find: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Mach 1 Mustangs are hot right now. Are they hot enough to make this rust bucket a viable project though? The seller has owned the car since the eighties and there are some noteworthy options. They have finally decided… more»

Estate Sale Find: 1969 Oldsmobile 442

This 1969 Oldsmobile 442 seems to tick many of the boxes enthusiasts prefer. This two-owner estate find presents nicely and features a fire-breathing V8 under the hood. However, if the listing text is correct, it isn’t numbers-matching. That could… more»

Forest Pony: 1966 Ford Mustang GT350H

The success of the new Ford Mustang in the mid-1960s brought Carroll Shelby into the mix to produce a batch of Shelby Mustangs for those pure speed enthusiasts. That included a tuned 289 cubic inch V8 that was tweaked… more»

Luxury Muscle Car: 1973 Pontiac Grand Am

The Grand Am was introduced on the new GM Colonnade A-body platform in 1973. It was a cross between the Pontiac Grand Prix and Trans Am. Nearly 80% of first-year sales were for the 2-door coupe as opposed to… more»

1956 Mercury Monterey Barn Find

Some barn finds are more exciting than others. Everyone would love to find a Hemi-powered muscle car in a barn, but what about this humble 1956 Mercury Monterey? The thick layer of dust caught my attention but the V8… more»

Cheap T/A: 1979 Pontiac Trans Am

If you’ve ever kicked yourself for not buying a Trans Am when they were dirt cheap, this could be your second chance. The seller of this 1979 Pontiac Trans Am project is only asking $3,500 here on eBay. It… more»

Big Barn Find: 1970 Chrysler New Yorker

Beginning in the 1940s and running for more than 50 years, the New Yorker was Chrysler’s top-of-the-line automobile (excluding the Imperial, which was not always marketed as a Chrysler). The big C-body Chryslers got a redesign in 1969, so… more»

Love Machine! 1995 Chevrolet Custom Shorty Van

Customizing a van is one of those automobile adventures that allows the builder to express themselves through their finished creation, and it doesn’t take rocket science to figure out what was first and foremost on the mind of whoever… more»