While the air-cooled Volkswagen Beetle gets a lot of credit for having an iconic design, the Volvo PV544 seems like an unsung hero in terms of styling. The combination of American- and European-inspired cues is quite novel, bringing a… more»
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Pristine Fox Body: 1986 Ford Mustang GT
Clean, stock examples of vintage and classic cars stand out for a few reasons: for one thing, “clean” is a somewhat abstract quality, and not entirely tied to whether the cabin has been vacuumed. If a car is clean,… more»
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Widebody Conversion: 1980 Porsche 911
This 1980 Porsche 911 has seen better days. Like many other project-grade air-cooled 911s, it has seen it share of modifications in addition to years’ of neglect. It’s hard to tell if it was once an attractive driver;… more»
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Workhorse Wagon: 1989 Chevrolet Caprice
The third-generation Chevrolet Caprice may very well be one of the best full-size vehicles the United States has ever produced. While by today’s standards it may seem archaic, there was an ongoing commitment to refinement and improvement that seemed… more»
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Not a 993: 1978 Porsche 911 SC
These days, some enthusiasts are upset by the popularity of resto-modding, the practice of taking a classic or vintage vehicle and effectively stripping what makes it “old.” A variety of cosmetic and performance upgrades are installed, making the vehicle… more»
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Driveway Find: 1979 Mercedes-Benz 450 SL
One of the harder aspects of the car hobby to wrestle with is when you have a car or part that you desperately want to sell but cannot find a buyer for. The Mercedes-Benz R107 is a terrific example… more»
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Stepside Donation: 1977 Ford F-100
As potential projects go, this donated 1977 Ford F-1oo pickup with the desirable stepside bed looks like a potential home run. No, it doesn’t run, and it’s sitting in the donation yard, but the body looks super straight and… more»
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6 Series Project: 1977 BMW 630 CSi
You so rarely see sellers anymore who actually want the best for their project car. It’s not hard to see why – as prices have gone up, who cares? Just unload it as quickly as possible. This seller seems… more»
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Rare AstroRoof: 1987 Buick Grand National
The Buick Grand National is undoubtedly a sought-after American classic, and even if you felt like it had reached peak popularity a few years ago, listings like this one reveal it’s still going strong. Of course, this particular Grand… more»
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Coach Builders Conversion: 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC
Another car from The Patina Collective in Florida is up for grabs, and it’s also a C126-chassis model. A few days ago, we profiled a 500SEC widebody here on Barn Finds and highlighted how the seller has amassed a… more»
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Preserved Nite Edition: 1992 Ford F-150
Is there a point in which a special edition that is entirely cosmetic in nature is considered cool enough to be worth more than the standard model? We often poke some fun at cars and trucks that get a… more»
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T-Type Spec: 1986 Buick Somerset
These days, with the prevalence of online auctions, it’s not hard to find a digital paper trail for cars that appear for sale on different platforms. This 1986 Buick Somerset T-Type is likely one of the cleanest examples left… more»
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Stalled Project: 1987 Buick Grand National
This 1987 Buick Grand National reminds me an awful lot of my 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E Cosworth project: very tired, pretty rusty, but complete enough to make the decision to invest in its restoration somewhat tricky. The seller notes that… more»
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Buy It Now Bargain: 1995 Dodge Viper RT/10
Here’s a car that makes me question a lot of vehicle decisions I’ve made in the past few years. A 1995 Dodge Viper RT/10, sporting a color combo other than red over gray, with a few simple issues that… more»
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Bugeye Donation: 2002 Subaru WRX
A bugeye used to be solely associated with a vintage British roadster, popular with car fanatics and weekend racers alike. Nowadays, with the shifting of generations, bugeye means something wholly different, but equally revered by car enthusiasts: a turbocharged… more»
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V8 Swap Shop Truck: 1987 Chevrolet S-10
A shop truck is a great way to get around – especially if you can find some actual use for it beyond just convincing people you didn’t just want an excuse to buy another project (not that there’s anything… more»
