Rare barn find found in California. This 1970 R/T Charger in almost survivor car condition. It’s not clear what engine is in this sleek coupe from muscle-car times, but it sure is pretty to look at! The 1970 model was the last of this classic ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ body style and had exterior refinements like […]
Category: Barn Find
Colorado Old Car Sale – Scores of 40s, 50s and 60s cars and trucks available
In southern Colorado, a wrecking yard with a collection of classic cars and trucks has been closed for over 30 years. The lot needs to be cleared and thousands of parts are now available in a closing estate sale. Some of the vehicles available include this restorable 1953 Chevrolet Cabover truck. The estate sale begins […]
1977 Chevrolet Caprice Estate woodside taken by nature
Barnfind survivor car consumed by the elements in the redwoods of Northern California. This 1977 Chevrolet Caprice Estate is actually still in running condition. Used once a month, it sits next to a barn in Guerneville, California. Fall is turning the color of the leaves and the rain and fog has started to grow moss. […]
1985 Iroc Z Barn Find with 4 miles on clock
Stored in a trailer for over 25 years, has never had dealer pre-delivery, seats still in plastic … watch the video to see how the buyer of this rarest of barn finds reacts to the discovery. I think he’s almost speechless – I would be too! … and here is the most recent update … […]
1968 – 1974 Second Generation Ford E Series
Representing a style contrast from the 1940 Ford Deluxe Delivery Van this second generation Ford Econoline 100 is sitting as a barn find in Santa Rosa, California. The Oak tree is preserving this future restoration from the elements. This model was the first of the heavy duty Ford E series, sharing chassis strengths of the […]
What is a Barn Find? What is a Survivor Car?
‘Barn find’ and ‘survivor car’ meanings have become blurred over time and HotRidesUSA.com wants to share some insight into two such terms that are quickly be evolving. What is a barn find? The concept of a true barn find is really as it says. It’s a word-picture, where you can imagine discovering rickety a old barn behind […]
Barn Finds in running condition
Traveling around Sonoma County, California’s famous wine country, I’ve discovered many survivor cars and barn finds in side alleys and city streets. These cars are a tribute to their owners, not because they spend hours in restoration work, but they just keep them on the road, many cases as daily drivers. I like […]