The first thing I bought when I got a stable, career-oriented full-time job was a ’65 Buick Skylark. Seeing how time has its way with us, I’ve owned it for 22 years next month, and I sometimes wonder if… more»
1 of 286: 1964 Studebaker Daytona Drop-Top
Tough times caught up with Studebaker Corp. in 1964 when the company ceased automobile production in South Bend, Indiana, where they had been a fixture for 112 years. That left them to soldier on in Canada for another two… more»
1954 Studebaker Commander Land Cruiser
Vienna Blue is the perfect color for this 1954 Studebaker Commander Land Cruiser. With a new grille and new body style in a two-door station wagon for ’54, the Commander series was the one to have. The seller has… more»
Cheap V8/4-Speed: 1979 Ford Granada
Some enthusiasts will avoid a project build because they fear that an appropriate classic will cost a fortune before they start. However, this 1979 Ford Granada demonstrates that there are affordable candidates, especially considering that it features a V8… more»
Spotless Survivor: 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis
At over 19 feet in length, this car is easy to see. And as “Mr. Sound Effects” (Wes Harrison) used to say, “If you’re going to make a scene, be seen.” Is that too obscure a reference? For anyone… more»
Factory Talbot Yellow: 1977 Porsche 911
This strikes me as a rare opportunity in the air-cooled Porsche world. The asking price on this 1977 Porsche 911 doesn’t seem terrible, especially considering the specs. This is a factory sunroof delete model that left the showroom wearing… more»
Still Attainable: 1972 Alfa Romeo Montreal
There are a handful of classic cars that seem to define trends in the larger vintage vehicle market. For instance, most every vintage Alfa Romeo is a highly sought-after vehicle, owing to the brand’s racing lineage and ability to… more»
$3,000 or Best Offer! 1978 Toyota Sunrader
How much? $3,000, and the seller is willing to negotiate? From this one photo, that sure seems like a steal. This Class-C, 1978 Toyota Sunrader Camper needs interior work, but for 30 $100 bills, it sure seems like a… more»
Runs, Drives, and Stops: 1975 Triumph TR6
When I was a teenager back in the mid-’90s, I had big plans to own a Triumph someday, preferably a TR2. As way leads onto way, I ended up behind the wheel of a variety of American ’50s, ’60s,… more»
BF Auction: 1995 BMW M3 Coupe
With values of BMW’s E30 M3 at an all-time high, it’s no surprise that the values of later E36 M3s are also rising. Aficionados overlooked the E36 for a long time, but it is a great car, and in… more»
Desirable Manual Transmission: 1979 Porsche 928
The Porsche 928 is perhaps the best compromise between a sports car and a true grand tourer. The interior is spacious (for what is essentially a two seater, even though there’s a barely usable back seat), the V8 provides… more»
34k Miles? 1964 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
We seem to run across quite a few interesting VW Beetles here at Barn Finds, from well-preserved survivors to wild customs, and just about everything in between. However, Karmann Ghia sightings are less frequent, and our thanks go out… more»
86k Original Miles: 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe
Some owners clock significant miles behind the wheel of their classic, while others use their vehicles sparingly. This 1961 Chevrolet Bel Air Sport Coupe fits into the second category, having seen little use during the last fifty years. Therefore,… more»
Rare German Microcar: 1958 Lloyd Alexander LP 600
If a carmaker can sell a car made of plywood and vinyl, it’s facing a pretty strong market. And so it was with Lloyd, a brand name that Borgward resurrected in 1950 to sell cheap vehicles to customers ready… more»
Award Winner: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe
Some classics are the subject of wild seller claims that don’t stand close scrutiny. However, when the vehicle is a Chevrolet Corvette that has received NCRS Top Flight and Bloomington Gold Certification, you know that you are dealing with… more»