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25,000 KM from New: 1985 Ferrari 288 GTO

Despite bearing some resemblance to the classic 308, the Ferrari 288 GTO was a much different beast. Like so many of the most iconic Ferraris, Porsches, and other high-performance cars, the company’s experience on the racetrack deeply influenced the… more»

The Perfect Ferrari? 1983 308 GTS Charmer

Just over $77 grand (firm says the seller) will buy you a lovely 1983 Ferrari 308 GTS Quattrovalvole that tipster Pat L found lurking here on craigslist. It had its belt service, a couple of years ago, and runs… more»

Genuine Grand Tourer: 1984 Ferrari 400i

Some enthusiasts find the prospect of slipping behind the wheel of a Ferrari intimidating. Earlier models outfitted with carburetors can be cantankerous, while some manual transmissions can be less than smooth. However, this 1984 400i breaks those rules. Its… more»

Italian Stallion: 1994 Lamborghini Diablo VT

One of my favorite little facts about Lamborghini is that its current Chief Test Driver is a gentleman called Max Venturi. If you earn your living driving Italian supercars to the limit, I can’t think of a better name!… more»

Parts Car or Restore? 1988 Alfa Romeo Spider

The Alfa Romeo Spider (also known as a “Graduate”) has long been a staple of the affordable sports car scene. You can get into one of the two-seater convertibles in respectable driver condition for well under $15,000. In today’s… more»

Rust Free Italian Beauty: 1959 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Sprint

Have you ever noticed that car collectors usually stick to one nationality of cars?  While some cars blur the lines, Japanese cars are usually very different than American cars, German cars are vastly unlike English cars, and Italian cars… more»

EV Conversion: 1965 Fiat 500 Spiaggina

So I understand that the conversion of classic cars to EVs is controversial, with many saying that it’s the beating heart and the character of the car and without it, the car has no soul. However, I think they… more»

1952 Alfa Romeo 1900 C52 ‘Disco Volante’ Spider Recreation

During September 22-24, RM Sotheby’s will offer at auction some 1172 lots comprising the entire Gene Ponder collection of automobiles and automobilia. Gene Ponder, a Texas kitchen cabinet entrepreneur, has turned eighty and decided it’s time to start “taking… more»

Fully Restored 4X4: 1985 Fiat Panda

So, you’ve never heard of the Fiat Panda? I hadn’t either until this one came along. It was never imported officially into the U.S., so any of them that found their way here had to be done by individuals…. more»

1990 Ferrari F40 With 2,736 Genuine Miles!

Variety is the spice of life, and that philosophy is reflected in the classic world. Some enthusiasts set their hearts on a genuine muscle car, while others are drawn as if by magic to Kei cars. I class my… more»

Barn Find Boat Tail: 1969 Alfa Romeo Spider

The Alfa Romeo Spider is a known quantity, for sure. It’s the most efficient way to capture the experience of ripping along a Pacific coastline like Cary Grant in the late 60s with some Hollywood coed next to him… more»

Father/Son Project? 1971 Fiat 850 Spider

Cute little bugger would be one way to describe this 1971 Fiat 850. I guess it’s a twenty-footer as the seller states, “Has a very poor paint job” but in images, it shows pretty well. There’s no doubt about… more»

Surprisingly Solid: 1981 Alfa Romeo Spider

When we come across a needy Alfa Romeo Spider, it’s almost guaranteed to be rusty. And when that needy Alfa is located in the snow belt, you can be sure there are rot holes to be found. Well, in… more»

1938 Alfa Romeo 2900B Mille Miglia Spider Recreation

Occasionally, you get to view stunning photos of beautiful cars here on Barn Finds. Sometimes the photos of real Barn Finds are as dusty and unclear as the cars they are supposed to be photographing, as you have to… more»

Spotless Italian Classic: 1980 Ferrari 308 GTBi

The late Enzo Ferrari was not as passionate about road cars as many believe. While he thought that each vehicle rolling out of the factory bearing his name should exhibit engineering excellence, Mr. Ferrari saw them as a means… more»

Rare Italian Classic: 1967 Maserati Mistral Coupe

There has long been a debate about whether we can consider a car a work of art, and classics like this 1967 Maserati Mistral Coupe blur that line. Its low and sweeping lines help it look like it is… more»