Here’s a running, driving project Pagoda fitted with Mercedes’ 2.8-liter inline six, placing it at the top of the W113 lineage. These cars were all roadsters, available with both removable hard and soft tops. The styling was by Paul… more»
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Solid Barn Find: 1970 BMW 2002
We’ve only seen about six examples of BMW’s sweet 2002 cross our desks at Barn Finds in the last year, so seeing two within days of each other is a rare treat. The last one was a tidy survivor,… more»
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Last Year in US: 1979 Volkswagen Super Beetle
Over the course of 65 years, Volkswagen produced more than 21.5 million Type 1 automobiles, commonly referred to as the Beetle. The first one was assembled in 1938 in Germany and the last in 2003 in Mexico. 1977 was… more»
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Solid Survivor: 1976 BMW 2002
The appeal of the classic world is that it offers something for every taste. Those who prefer high-performance domestic models have plenty of choice, but there are also excellent options for those seeking something European. This 1976 BMW 2002… more»
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38K-Mile 2005 Chrysler Crossfire Limited Roadster
A vehicle from 2005 is pretty new to normally show up here on Barn Finds, but that was 21 years ago, so it’s not really that new. It predates the iPhone and most “modern” smartphones, most backup camera systems,… more»
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Custom Rolling Ad: 1972 Volkswagen Beetle
This vehicle was once a 1972 Volkswagen Beetle. Now it’s “Florida Sunshine In A Can,” a custom build that was intended for a promotional venture. As a “can car,” we’re told this was a professional build that attracts attention… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1962 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible
Some classics are cool without even trying. Take this 1962 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible, for example. It isn’t loaded with luxury appointments, and the driver won’t have a million horsepower under their right foot. However, wherever they go, this classic… more»
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German Ford: 1971 Mercury Capri 2000
Early Capri projects rarely retain all the small pieces that can make restoration so difficult, but the seller says this 1971 example remains complete. Built by Ford-Werke in Cologne, Germany, it left the factory in Sapphire Blue Poly with… more»
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Something For Everyone! 116-Vehicle Eclectic Auction
When I came across this 116-vehicle auction, all from a single owner, I was astounded at the variety of vehicles on offer! If you can’t find something you are interested in at this sale, you aren’t a real vehicle… more»
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Diving Board Driver: 1975 BMW 2002
We often try and shy away from restored cars but when a specimen was restored many years ago and is holding together well, it seems to edge closer to the “preserved” category. The 1975 BMW 2002 shown here represents… more»
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Rare Luxury Exotic: 1984 Bitter SC
Erich Bitter Automobile GmbH (aka Bitter) focuses on producing high-end luxury automobiles in Europe with a performance bent. Erich was a retired race car driver who later began building his own cars using platforms from other manufacturers. Between 1981… more»
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1970 Porsche 908/03 Spyder Replica
Instead of creating another 356 Speedster clone, the builder of this replica focused on one of Porsche’s wildest competition cars – the 908/03. The real thing was developed for races such as the Targa Florio and Nurburgring, where its… more»
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BF Exclusive: 1971 VW Karmann Ghia
Some project candidates are better than others, and this 1971 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is an absolute beauty. It has sat for twenty-five years, but much of the hard work is completed. It is rust-free, and if you’re feeling sorely… more»
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No Reserve: 1997 Porsche 911 Targa
It’s not often that you find the words “Porsche” and “No Reserve” in the same sentence. However, that is the case with this 1997 Porsche 911 Targa. It is a tidy, driver-grade classic, ready for action with a new… more»
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Needs TLC: 1969 Opel GT 1.9L 4 Speed Manual
The styling of Opel’s GT, like the C3 Corvette, was inspired by the Mako Shark and its 1965 sibling, the Mako Shark II. The Sharks were designed in-house at GM, under Bill Mitchell’s watchful eye. By 1968, both the… more»
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Tidy Driver: 1973 Porsche 914 1.7
Up for sale in Salem, Oregon on Craigslist is this very tidy five-speed 1973 Porsche 914 1.7-liter in resplendent yellow. The seller wants $12,800. Thanks to Curvette for this listing. The 1.7 is the less-powerful version of the 914—a… more»
