In the 1960s and 1970s, the automotive world had a love/hate relationship with kit cars. On the one hand, the varied body kits offered dreamers the chance to build an exotic-looking car with their custom touches. On the other… more»
About Jamie Palmer
I've been a car nut ever since I can remember, loving all cars but having a special affinity for eclectic British ones, starting with an Austin-Healey Sprite when I was 12. I've been lucky enough to collect some and drive the heck out of them, including autocrossing and racing them. There's nothing more fun than poking around an old car that hasn't been disturbed in years and getting it to run and drive again!
Aug 12, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Runs & Drives: 1959 Austin-Healey 100-6
The seller of this 1959 Austin-Healey 100-6 doesn’t disclose much information about the car, but the fact that it not only runs but is driveable means you could enjoy it “as-is” while refurbishing it! There aren’t many Big Healeys… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Jack Stand Find: Custom Coach Builders Sebring
Is it a Sebring, a Nova, a Sovran, a Cimbria or a Sterling? All three are very similar-looking component cars produced in the 1970s and 1980s by various companies, most of which were based on the venerable VW Beetle… more»
Aug 11, 2024 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Field Find: 1973 Triumph GT6 Mk. 3
While this 1973 Triumph GT6 Mark 3 looks like it was planted in a field in this picture, it’s now been “harvested” and is available for purchase! The 1973 model year was the last for the little coupe; some… more»
Aug 6, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Turbo Diesel S-Class: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300SDL
This great-looking Benz combines some of the best-ever Mercedes components into what feels like a bank vault on wheels (yes, I have experience). After chatting with the owner this morning I’m convinced I’d like to own this car; if… more»
Aug 6, 2024 • For Sale • 32 Comments
One Quick Truck! 1956 Ford F-100
This 1956 Ford F-100 is said to be the last hot rod that the 81-year-old seller is going to build. While it’s not quite finished, many good parts and components have been used. As the seller says, “If you… more»
Aug 4, 2024 • For Sale • 10 Comments
1 Of 1480: 1989 Dodge Shelby Dakota
Only 1480 of a planned 1,500 Dodge Shelby Dakotas were produced for the 1989 model year–the only year of production of this sporty pickup. Of those 1480, only 480 were bright white. So you’re looking at a pretty rare… more»
Aug 4, 2024 • For Sale • 19 Comments
Garage Find: 1959 Triumph TR3A
The owner of this 1959 Triumph TR3A found this car at an estate sale in a barn. Yes, it’s a legitimate barn find! After four years of garage storage, the owner has decided they have too many projects, so it’s… more»
Aug 4, 2024 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Big Bad Blue: 1974 AMC Hornet Sportabout
You might be wondering what’s Big and Bad about this 1974 AMC Hornet Sportabout (“Sportabout” was AMC Marketing’s attempt at making a wagon not seem so stodgy) although the blue is obvious! It turns out this paint color was… more»
Aug 3, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
1934 Mercedes 500K The Classic Factory Replica
As one of the more beautiful cars of the 1930s, it’s easy to see why the styling of the Mercedes-Benz 500K has been copied so many times. The Classic Factory, operated by H.T. and Diana Price during the 1980s… more»
Aug 3, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Cheap, Cheerful & Compact: 1960 Bugeye Sprite
This 1960 Austin-Healey “Bugeye” Sprite has been stored for over 10 years in an air-conditioned garage. Now it’s ready for you — how could you refuse that grin? The price isn’t bad either; read on for more details. Thanks… more»
Aug 2, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Dad’s Pair: Two 1955 Hemi DeSotos
The seller’s father purchased two 1955 DeSotos to restore, but now they are being sold. One of the projects, a two-door Fireflite Sportsman Firedome Special Coupe, has been started, while the Firedome sedan remains intact. Could these be the… more»
Jun 24, 2024 • For Sale • 46 Comments
One Fast Pony! 1971 Ford Pinto Pro Street
You can tell right away that this high-powered pony means business–just look at that pro-stock style hood scoop! Unusually for a car this aggressive, the seller claims that this is a turn-key bracket or street car that needs nothing,… more»
Apr 1, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
3D Puzzle: 1973 DeTomaso Pantera
A certain segment of our readers will have wanted a DeTomaso Pantera for a long, long time since seeing their first one in the 1970s. Considering that Panteras combine beautiful Italian design with an American V-8 (a formula that… more»
Aug 25, 2023 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Barn Finds Group Buy? 12-Car British Barn Find!
Many years ago, I purchased a wonderful Standard Vanguard Sportsman from Albuquerque, New Mexico. You can see me autocrossing it here (!). The thing I noticed the most about Arizona classic cars while I was there was how rust-free… more»
Aug 24, 2023 • For Sale • 47 Comments
Incredible Performance! 1964 Cheetah
I wasn’t expecting to find this absolutely gorgeous and rare performance car when I started writing my first Barn Finds post in a long time (missed y’all)! The original constructor is still the owner of this Cheetah, which is… more»
