There exists a class of vehicles made solely for entertainment purposes, and that are especially useful if you happen to own a beach cottage somewhere that it rarely gets cold. The Fiat Jolly and Citroën Méhari come to mind… more»
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Super Clean Super Coupe: 1993 Ford Thunderbird SC
When you think of a car along the lines of what it would look like if it wore a different badge but was otherwise left unchanged, it can transform your perception of its place in the market. In the… more»
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Original Owner: 1992 Oldsmobile Toronado
The Oldsmobile Toronado was one of those classic GM products that seemingly did everything well but it still wasn’t good enough to save itself when push came to shove. Still, when they do pop up for sale today, it’s… more»
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Worth the Risk? 1986 Alfa Romeo GTV6
Old Alfa Romeos are generally cars that demand your full attention, both in on-the-road driving and ongoing mechanical upkeep. Accordingly, when you buy a vintage one, the owners usually have the full assortment of books, records, binders, and the… more»
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2nd Gen Daily Driver: 1993 Ford Taurus
As someone who obtained his driver’s license in the 1990s, the cars and trucks from this era are permanently stitched into my memory bank. After all, every day was spent observing vehicles you could very well be driving some… more»
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Battery Powered Project: 1974 Ford Pinto
Every now and again, a reader sends in a tip that is perfect for a site like Barn Finds and it sells quicker than expected. Reader Darren Barton sent in an excellent find for a Ford Pinto with the… more»
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Pre-L Project: 1972 De Tomaso Pantera
There are certain hallmarks of a car that tell you everything you need to know about it. When it comes to assessing projects and preservation, the clues are sometimes obvious, sometimes not, but cars like this 1972 De Tomaso… more»
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Never This Nice: 1999 Mercury Cougar
If you compare the 7th and 8th generation Mercury Cougars, you’ll likely swear these were siblings with different parents. The cars are dramatically different despite being just one generation apart, but it tells an important story about how hard… more»
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Enthusiast Owned Project: 1986 TVR 280i
While there’s a season for every car, some vehicles seem to have a year-round presence on your radar. Barn Finds reader Chuck Foster knows this, as he continues to taunt me with available TVR 280i’s, a car I just… more»
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Pristine Spacecab: 1991 Isuzu Pickup LS
While vintage Toyota pickups are still commanding top dollar – upwards of $30,000 for one with 4WD and low miles – you can get into a survivor Isuzu Spacecab pickup like this one for just $5,500. The Isuzu pickup… more»
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Rare Slicktop 5-Speed: 1979 Porsche 928
The Porsche 928 remains one of the more attainable classic models from the storied sports car maker. But even with its enormous credibility as a fantastic GT car, the 928 carries with it some risk as a model that… more»
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Brazilian Inline-Six: 1988 Ford L8000 Dump Truck
Old working trucks are among the most frequently discarded vehicles, in my opinion, typically because values drop to a point where it’s a difficult sell on the used market. Couple that with the sheer nuisance of relocating it and… more»
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RS200 Replica: 1993 Toyota MR2
There is seemingly no limit to someone’s creativity if they wish to build a car that is otherwise unobtainable for mere mortals. We’ve seen it for generations, now, where various econoboxes are used to help someone get a little… more»
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32K Original Miles: 2000 Ford Ranger XL
In every used vehicle market, there are a few surprises lurking with otherwise ordinary cars and trucks that have a passionate following. Light-duty pickup trucks are one class of vehicles that turn over pretty quickly when they hit the… more»
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E24 Project: 1984 BMW 633CSI
There’s a distinct quality of vehicles that haven’t been abandoned for decades but perhaps fell on hard times in the last few years. In my opinion, these are compelling to buy as projects, as the neglect is perhaps only… more»
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Testarossa Cabrio Conversion: 1988 Pontiac Fiero
Another day, another Ferrari Testarossa replica. It truly is incredible to see how many of these kit cars are out there, and how often the humble Pontiac Fiero can be masqueraded as an exotic with just a few simple… more»
