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Oct 28, 2024  •  Events For Sale  •  10 Comments

Italian Smorgasbord: Auto E Moto d’Epoca

Every year, one of the largest swap meets in the world convenes in Italy, specifically Bologna after the show outgrew the confines of Padua’s fiera two years ago. Held over four days in October, Auto e Moto d’Epoca tempts… more»

Oct 20, 2024  •  For Sale  •  7 Comments

Tiny Brit Collection. Mini Cooper, Parts, and Mini Moke

Austin released the original Mini as affordable and economical transport, but it eventually became a giant killer in motorsport. With international rally success and a clean sweep of the first nine places in Australia’s 1966 Bathurst 500, it proved… more»

Oct 12, 2024  •  For Sale  •  18 Comments

Estate Sale – Potpourri of Cars, Trucks, Parts

It’s sad when someone dies and leaves their estate to someone else to dispose of. But it must be tough when the dearly departed was a mechanic who apparently kept more than he discarded. Such is the case with… more»

Sep 27, 2024  •  Classifieds For Sale  •  25 Comments

A Hupmobile Aerodynamic and a Car ID Test

It is almost a given that when archaeologists stumble upon the remains of a literate society, they have a limited number of written words to decipher.  To be fair to our ancestors, carving symbols into stone or making your… more»

Sep 20, 2024  •  For Sale  •  13 Comments

The Rudi Klein Junkyard Collection: Part Two – The Cars

As revealed in Part One of the Klein Junkyard series (thanks once again to Helena for the tip!) Mr Klein amassed an enormous collection of mostly German exotic cars and parts over decades. While his business ostensibly existed to sell… more»

Sep 19, 2024  •  For Sale  •  16 Comments

Huge Barn Find! The Bill Slavens Corvette Collection

It’s always sad to hear when someone who’s experienced a lifelong passion for collecting cars has passed away, with Chevrolet Corvette connoisseur Bill Slavens managing to acquire 21 examples of his favorite sports car before his unfortunate passing last… more»

Sep 16, 2024  •  For Sale  •  9 Comments

The Rudi Klein Junkyard Collection: Part One – The Parts

Greater Los Angeles is chock full of automotive wonderment, with restoration services, collections, swap meets, and vintage car dealers tucked into unassuming cubbyholes all over town. One of these unassuming places was Rudi Klein’s “Porche Foreign Auto Dismantling” junkyard… more»

Sep 1, 2024  •  For Sale  •  23 Comments

A Warehouse Full Of Classic Cars And Parts!

Barn Finds reader T.J. recently spotted this warehouse chock full of cars and parts for sale in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and we’d like to thank him right off the bat for bringing this large collection to our attention!  Not only… more»

Aug 25, 2024  •  For Sale  •  10 Comments

Classic Car and Motorcycle Collection: Taking Offers!

It is not uncommon for enthusiasts to downsize their collections, disposing of one or two classics. However, the owner of this collection has around nine vehicles ready to go immediately, with more becoming available later. It appears there is… more»

Aug 19, 2024  •  For Sale  •  17 Comments

Field Find: Diamond T, Federal, International!

If you’re ready to buy a vintage truck, don’t miss this field in New Underwood, South Dakota. It’s the equivalent of a shopping mall for 40’s and 50’s commercial tractors with the occasional pickup thrown in. This Federal (maybe… more»

Aug 14, 2024  •  For Sale  •  5 Comments

Fantastic Classics Auction!

One of the drawbacks of classic auctions is that they often leave potential buyers spoiled for choice. That is undoubtedly the case with this August Summer Classic Auction. There is something there for all tastes, with some of the… more»

Aug 12, 2024  •  For Sale  •  35 Comments

The $500,000 Hat! Genuine Indiana Jones Fedora

Classic cars and motorcycles are a staple at Barn Finds, although we frequently feature interesting boats and aircraft. Movie memorabilia is rare, but this hat deserves a close look. It is confirmed as the hat worn by Harrison Ford… more»

Jul 13, 2024  •  For Sale  •  12 Comments

Merrill, Wisconsin Estate Sale! Impalas, Packards, Dirt Trackers!

Pining for something to do over the next couple of days? Head on over to Merrill, Wisconsin to check out this forty-car estate sale with a bonus: some of the cars actually have titles! Unfortunately, that doesn’t include these… more»

May 25, 2024  •  For Sale  •  5 Comments

Stash Of Over 20 Classic Chevrolets For Sale

When you run across a car collection, you’ll find that it often focuses on a type of car, a particular brand, or even a specific model. In the case of this assortment in Gretna, Nebraska, it’s comprised of 1961… more»

Apr 11, 2024  •  For Sale  •  7 Comments

Collection Sale: Featuring 1967 Ford Fairlane 500XL

The seller has a half-dozen classic cars from 1957 to 1969 for sale. They cover most of the major brands and are in various states of completeness and condition. But much of the seller’s attention and effort is placed… more»

Apr 5, 2024  •  For Sale  •  8 Comments

Estate Sale: 1969 Dodge Charger R/T and More!

It’s sad when you see someone’s entire world being auctioned off. That’s because no one else loved that stuff like the deceased, and the memories he/she once had are all but lost. Case-in-point is this upcoming auction in Ashland,… more»

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