Budget Exotic? 2001 Lotus Esprit V8

When it was new, the V8-powered Lotus Esprit was a relative bargain compared to other supercars of the era. Today, it still remains a very good deal on the collector car marketplace, often priced far lower than its contemporaries… more»

Collector Car Project: 1987 Buick Grand National

Finding an iconic muscle car at a bargain basement price is always tempting, but it often means you’re buying it in near-basketcase condition. That’s potentially the case with this desirable 1987 Buick Grand National, but it still looks like… more»

Driver Quality Long Hood: 1967 Porsche 912

It’s still a bit hard to reconcile what Porsche 912s are selling for these days, and it makes people like me wish I had grabbed one while they were cheap. Not to flip – not at all, as I… more»

Cologne V6 Equipped: 1974 Mercury Capri

This 1974 Mercury Capri is somewhere between a driver and survivor-grade example, displaying qualities of both as presented on eBay. The Capri was Ford’s “captive import” from Europe, offering Lincoln-Mercury shoppers a smaller, sportier alternative than what was being… more»

No Reserve K5: 1977 Chevrolet Blazer

The seller of this 1977 Chevrolet Blazer has listed it on behalf of his friend, the owner, and claims he doesn’t know much about it. Fortunately, the condition looks clean enough to alleviate any major concerns about its condition,… more»

Rest of the World Model: 1983 Porsche 911 SC

This 1983 Porsche 911 SC is a desirable European-market example, otherwise known as a ROW trim – or, Rest of the World spec. This generally means beefier performance thanks to fewer restrictions typically placed on cars destined for the… more»

Zambezi Green Driver: 1973 Porsche 914

This 1973 Porsche 914 has been nursed back to health by the seller who discovered it languishing in the back of a shop awaiting an engine swap that never happened. The 914 wears rare Zambezi Green paint and has… more»

Needs an Engine: 1964 Chevy Corvair Monza Spyder

This 1964 Chevy Corvair Monza Spyder has belonged to the seller’s father since new, but it’s now for sale as a restoration project that never got started. The Corvair is a desirable turbocharged example that unfortunately will be sold… more»

3.0L Swap: 1974 Porsche 911

This 1974 Porsche 911 features a 3.0L engine swap, factory sport seats, and what looks like Canary Yellow paint. The car presents as slightly scruffy but with some desirable features, without the price tag of a numbers-matching example in… more»

Alfa Showcar Replica: 1977 Fiberfab Aztec 7

The Fiberfab Aztec 7 was based on the Alfa Romeo Carabo concept car, which featured a V8 from the Tipo 33 race car. Like most things in the kit car world, despite mimicking the outrageous original design, the kit… more»

30 Years in the Barn: 1975 Chevy Nova

While the listing is for one Chevrolet Nova sedan, it’s clear someone’s father had a preference for the fourth generation model as there are two more sedans on the same property. They’re all in varying degrees of condition, with… more»

Desirable Series One: 1970 Datsun 240Z Barn Find

Over the years, I’ve learned a thing or two about Datsun Z cars, and one thing is clear: folks love the early model Series 1 cars. You can’t blame them – virtually every first-run of a production vehicle carries… more»

Ran When Parked: 1971 Honda AN600

This 1971 Honda AN600 is a new find on the Barn Finds Classifieds system, and it looks like a worthwhile project for anyone that’s been hunting for a vintage kei car. I’ve had a fascination with these for a… more»

Rare Factory Camper: 1977 Chevrolet Blazer Chalet

We’ve seen a few of these home-on-wheels Chevrolet Blazer Chalets come up for grabs in so-so condition, and they always generate a fair amount of interest. I’ve been waiting for one that’s in seemingly mint condition, and finally, we… more»

Former Total Loss? 1990 Ford Mustang LX

This 1990 Ford Mustang LX is a desirable notchback example equipped with the 5.0L V8. The car has an automatic transmission and a recent repaint, but there’s some questions about its history that may raise concerns. The seller discloses… more»

A Helicopter, Harley Servi-Cars And More!

Estate sales can be a very fine way to spend an afternoon, especially if the estate owner was a gearhead. Sometimes, the sale itself can be fairly boring, consisting mostly of old appliances and furnishings. But when a listing… more»

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