I will admit to having a few projects that I’m beginning to wonder if they will ever get off the ground. One of them many of you already know about, and that’s the 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16. This project… more»
Acapulco Project: 1974 Volkswagen Thing
This rare Acapulco Edition Volkswagen Thing is one of just 400 examples made by Volkswagen of Mexico. The blue-and-white color scheme and matching interior is perhaps one the more distinctive models ever made, but also a totally acceptable look… more»
From Mecum to Donation: 1991 Chevrolet Corvette
A few weeks ago, we featured a hot-rodded Pontiac Fiero offered up for sale with the tags from the auction it was purchased from still on the car. This 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is a recent charitable donation that is… more»
T-5 Project Car: 1960 Porsche 356
The Porsche 356 is a sought-after sports car, and likely will be for as long as there are buyers who wish to put one in their garage. Finding one for reasonable money these days is near impossible, especially if… more»
StarLighter Edition? 1973 GMC Motorhome
The GMC Motorhome is well known around these parts, appreciated as an emerging collectible that goes for very big money when completely restored and/or in survivor condition. Many of them have seemingly survived in decent shape, which is a… more»
Garage Find Ghia: 1976 Ford Mustang II
One of the car discovery scenarios I still can’t believe happens is the buying of a house and finding a vintage ride in the garage. It does still seem to occur with enough frequency to not be considered a… more»
Junk or Gem? Donated 1992 BMW M5
As some of you likely know by now, I really enjoy seeing what turns up at the charitable donation lots. It’s pretty remarkable what people give away in exchange for a modest tax break, and you have to wonder… more»
Rare Two Door: 1975 Jaguar XJ6 Coupe
There are some cars that are just achingly pretty yet still reasonably affordable. While beauty is subjective and certainly not valuable enough to warrant over-paying for a rough specimen, cars like this 1975 Jaguar XJ6 coupe remind us that… more»
12K Original Miles: 1975 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
Stunning isn’t an adequate word to describe this 1975 Cadillac Coupe de Ville, which is listed for sale by a Jaguar and Land Rover dealer in Seattle. To me, this is one of the most beautiful Cadillacs ever made… more»
Summer Special: 1992 Ford Mustang LX Convertible
Cheap and cheerful is very much a thing when it comes to project cars, and this 1992 Ford Mustang LX convertible is a great example of this phenomenon. It’s far from pristine and its originality was thrown out the… more»
Airstream Accessory: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T
We love cars with a good story here at Barn Finds, and this 1970 Dodge Charger R/T certainly seems to be such an example. In addition to its intriguing history, the Charger is desirable simply for being in unrestored… more»
Parked for 10 Years: 1963 Chevrolet Corvette
This 1963 Chevrolet Corvette convertible is a project car in every sense of the word, but it could be a smart way to enter into Stingray ownership given the needs seem fairly straightforward for sorting out. That’s not to… more»
















