If you can’t find a first-edition Studebaker Avanti assembled in the Studebaker plant, the Avanti II with a manual transmission is the next best thing. These were still built on a Studebaker-designed chassis, even as engine options gradually became… more»
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Rare Vega Twin: 1978 Pontiac Sunbird Safari Wagon
While we often see the Chevy Vega listed for sale in varying degrees of condition, its corporate twin the Pontiac Sunbird “Safari Wagon” shows up far less frequently. This example is an artifact from another era, when two door… more»
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Orange Tartan: 1974 VW Westfalia Pop-Top
I’ll be the first to admit that interesting color schemes can make me consider absolute basketcase projects. In the case of this 1974 VW Westfalia, which is described as having been sitting in the woods until recently, the surprisingly… more»
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10 Years Parked: 1984 Toyota Supra
This second generation Toyota Supra has been sitting for ten years following a fuel pump failure. The seller politely apologizes for not washing the car before taking pictures, and the distinct mud line on the tires indicates the Supra… more»
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Good Or Bad Idea? 1985 Ferrari 308 GTS
For whatever reason, I still get awfully excited about dealer trades that feature an interesting vintage car of some kind. This 1985 Ferrari 308 GTS is not only such a car – apparently used as collateral at a BMW… more»
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Fairlady Survivor: 1974 Datsun 260Z
The seller of this 1974 Datsun 260Z acquired it from a friend and longtime owner of the car. With the second owner since 1981, it sat parked in a pole barn for the last several decades with no plan… more»
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Never Seen One: 1980 Mercedes-Benz GTR Kit Car
Kit cars normally aren’t my jam, but this oddball Mercedes GTR “clone” was too eye-catching not to post. Frankly, I’ll go out on a limb and state that it looks far better than expected when I first read the… more»
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Panther Pink Project: 1970 Dodge Challenger
In the world of collectible Mopars, the words “Panther Pink” have always been held with some reverence given the relative rarity of the unusual color. Pink is not an unusual color in general, but choosing to have your 340-equipped… more»
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Rare Liftback: 1983 Toyota Corolla
While Corollas of this generation are rare in any form, we hardly ever see the liftback body design like this silver 1983 example listed for $2,750 in Arizona. These cars represent an era of Toyota engineering practically lost to… more»
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Service Station Survivor: 1969 Jeep Gladiator J3000
Years ago, you would always see a shop truck parked next to the local service station. It did it all – from plowing the lot to making parts runs to helping stranded motorists. This has become a thing of… more»
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Sitting for 27 Years: 1969 Dodge Charger
This 1969 Dodge Charger is fresh from a close to three-decade sleep, having last turned a wheel some 27 years ago. The exterior presents surprisingly well, but the close-ups reveal a project that has more than few cosmetic issues… more»
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Garage Find: 1959 Austin Healey Sprite
This tired 1959 Austin Healey “Bugeye” Sprite is said to be a recent garage find from somewhere in New York State. These are among the most recognized of classic British sports cars, and there’s an enthusiastic following for them,… more»
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Original Paint: 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
While some cars are exceptionally average, there’s nothing wrong with piloting a survivor-grade example of an 80s legend like this 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. Barn Finds reader Jack M. spotted this creampuff, which the seller claims just turned over… more»
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Hardly Original: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16
This listing ends within a few hours, so you’ll have to make moves if you wish to bid on this unusual 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16. As most of you know by now, this is the exact model of my… more»
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Special Order Paint: 1984 Porsche 928 5-Speed
This 1984 Porsche 928 is a claimed barn find discovery that runs and drives, and it features the desirable 5-speed manual transmission. The paint is also a special order color called Slate Blue, and overall, this looks like a… more»
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Rusty Golden Eagle: 1979 Jeep CJ7
When you first lay eyes on this dusty Jeep CJ7 “Golden Eagle” edition, it seems modestly hopeful. It’s just dust, you tell yourself, nothing more than what you’d expect for anything labeled as a barn find. Unfortunately, the damage… more»
