Project Cars

1960 Chevy El Camino with Factory A/C Vents

Here’s a chance to pick up a stylish early El Camino that blends classic lines with driver-grade usability. This 1960 Chevrolet El Camino is offered by a long-term owner and features a clean title, solid body, and an overhauled… more»

Only Two Owners: 1976 Ford Maverick

Ford introduced the compact Maverick five years to the day after the Mustang. It was there to replace the aging Falcon, not create a new market niche. Over the course of eight years, nearly 2.1 million copies were sold,… more»

Really Cheap Wheels: 2001 Oldsmobile Aurora

At its heyday in the late 1990s, the Aurora was the flagship of the Oldsmobile organization. But a redesign in 2001 didn’t sell well once word got out that General Motors would soon mothball the entire division. This ’01… more»

Update: Former Patrol Car – 1971 Dodge Coronet

UPDATE – This 1971 Dodge Coronet former patrol car is listed for sale again, over four years after it was featured back on December 4, 2021, here on Barn Finds. It’s now listed here on eBay in Chicago, Illinois… more»

440-Powered 1963 International Travelall

Sturdy and commodious, the Travelall lives up to its name, supporting travel of all sorts including vacations, towing, hauling, tailgating, and more. This 1963 International-Harvester Travelall in Eatonville, Washington looks ready for action and the seller proclaims “no cancer,”… more»

Under Wraps For Nine Years: 1973 Plymouth Scamp

The Scamp arrived in 1971 as a 2-door hardtop version of the Plymouth Valiant compact. Beneath the badging, it was a Dart Swinger that Dodge had enjoyed success with from 1969. The seller’s 1973 edition carries common equipment and… more»

Complete and Rare: 1966 AMC Marlin 327

If you’ve been searching for a vintage project that’s off the beaten path, this 1966 AMC Marlin in Aldergrove might be worth a closer look. Listed on craigslist, it’s said to be a complete, numbers-matching car with the original… more»

Bargain 1965 MG Midget!

Once in a while, when I’m scanning our assignment lists here at Barn Finds, a car is so compellingly cheap, I try to put it in front of you as soon as possible. Here’s an example – no, it’s… more»

End of the Line: 1969 Chevrolet Corvair Monza

Chevrolet’s compact Corvair entered the scene in 1960 with a lot of fanfare and optimism. Nearly a decade later, it retreated into history with barely an honorable mention. The seller’s 1969 Monza Sport Coupe is one of only 2,717… more»

Is It Salvageable? 1958 Chevrolet BelAir

When I first spied this 1958 Chevrolet BelAir two-door sedan, I initially thought it looked like the victim of a mob hit with its door blown off and the hood all askew. Well, that’s not exactly what happened (I… more»

Convertible Conversion! 1978 Ford Thunderbird

Ford introduced its Thunderbird as a luxury convertible in 1955, yet by the late ’70s, convertibles had practically vanished from American show rooms, opening the door to third-party conversions like this feature car. The 1978 Ford Thunderbird in Portland,… more»

Field Find: 1963 Pontiac Grand Prix

During the early sixties, personal luxury coupes were gaining popularity in the marketplace, and it didn’t hurt their desirability either if they also offered strong performance.  The early Pontiac Grand Prix is one of those cars fondly remembered as… more»

1967 Checker Marathon Wagon Plus Parts!

Checker Motor Company is known for its taxi cab business, but about 10% of its production was devoted to consumer vehicles. This endeavor was prompted by an antitrust suit in New York City that opened the taxi market to… more»

Cheap Project: 1968 Ford Falcon Futura Wagon

Ford introduced the compact Falcon to claw back market share from imports – but the model resonated in the company’s line-up for decades, thanks to its unibody platform. The first Falcons were powered by a 144 cu. in. in-line… more»

Pair of Drop-Tops: 1965 and 1966 Ford Mustangs

Ford built nearly 175,000 convertibles in its successful initial run from 1964 to 1966. Because of their large production numbers, these cars aren’t terribly rare today. But they don’t often turn up in pairs like this duo near Palmdale,… more»

Basic Wheels: 1977 Chevrolet Nova

The fourth generation of the Chevy Nova (1975-79) was its last as a rear-wheel drive vehicle, yet it was as popular as the cars that preceded it. Chevy cancelled the Nova to make way for the FWD Citation, which… more»

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