RacingJunk’s Best of 2025: Cool Car Finds

Click Here to Begin SlideshowThe thrill of the hunt is alive and well, and our Best of 2025 Cool Car Finds roundup highlights the rare, weird, underrated, and downright unexpected vehicles that surfaced throughout the year. From forgotten projects and survivor cars to wild marketplace discoveries, these finds stopped us mid-scroll and sparked serious bench racing. Each one tells a story, proving that the best cars aren’t always the most expensive—they’re the ones that make you look twice.Click Here to Begin Slideshow

This eye-catching 1968 Dodge Dart GTS pairs classic Mopar muscle with serious performance, packing a stroked 383 big block now sizing up to a 499ci powerhouse and backed by nitrous to rip low-9s in the quarter. With original sheet metal and tons of build investment, it’s a standout for both collectors and racers alike

This year’s Classified Find goes big with a premier drag racing facility for sale in the Midwest. Featuring a polished track surface, restaurant, RV park with 85 pads, and space to expand, it’s a rare opportunity for someone ready to own an active racing destination that draws competitors from across the region.

The 1976 Plymouth Arrow on deck is anything but stock — this killer ride boasts a built 604ci Hemi designed by Jeff Shmanske, delivering serious horsepower and race-ready attitude. With premium components and an aggressive setup, it’s a wild piece of ’70s Mopar performance that demands attention.

A bona fide street/strip beast, this Big Block 565ci 1971 Chevy Nova blends raw power and precision. With a ProCharger F3R-136 blow-through setup feeding a Dart Big M block and a fully sorted driveline, it’s tuned to lay down massive torque and speed while staying sharp and ready for action.

This 1968 Chevy Nova isn’t just another classic — it’s a fully rebuilt big-block, nitrous-equipped drag car with a 632ci motor and race-ready geometry. With barely any runs on its high-end setup, this Nova promises serious performance and big-track potential for bracket racers and enthusiasts alike.