I spotted this 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV on craigslist a few weeks ago, as did Barn Finds reader Roger. This is a complete basketcase, but I can somewhat understand why someone purchased it from a Copart auction and is now trying to save it…. more»
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Saved from Shredder: 1969 Saab Sonett
The seller claims he spotted this 1969 Saab Sonnet in line to be crushed at a salvage yard facility and rescued it before falling to such a fate. This is a story I can certainly emphasize with, given the… more»
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Tangerine Targa: 1968 Porsche 911
The seller of this hard-window Porsche 911 Targa says he bought the rusty shell out of Syracuse, New York, and never made any headway on it. It’s now in Lakeville, Connecticut, the home of Lime Rock Park, and a… more»
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Rare Targa Top: 1988 Jaguar XJ-SC Cabriolet
This is an exceptionally rare 1988 Jaguar XJ-SC, a bizarre experiment in creating an XJS-series Jag with the option to drive with the wind blowing through your hair or the security of a closed roof environment. Similar to the… more»
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Parked and Forgotten: 1968 Jaguar E-Type
This seller on eBay routinely posts barn find Jaguar E-Types for sale, and has discovered yet another forlorn example, this time in Florida. According to the listing, this desirable fixed-head coupe was parked under a tarp as a presentable… more»
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Freewheelin’ Package: 1979 Ford Bronco
The seller says he isn’t afraid to drive this 1979 Ford Bronco Freewheelin’ package survivor anywhere given how smooth it runs. With the original graphics fading nicely and clearly wearing original paint, this Bronco looks awesome on the upsized… more»
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Rust Repaired: 1967 Jeepster Commando
This 1967 Jeepster Commando has been refreshed but not restored, with enough improvements made that should improve its reliability and resistance to rust. The Commando was spotted by Barn Finds reader Ikey and looks like a solid buy at just… more»
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Take Your Pick: Avon Park Collection
This listing spotted by Barn Finds reader Fred is located in an area I’ve frequented quite a bit, thanks to my wife’s family being from Florida. Avon Park is not too far from Sebring International Raceway, so perhaps you can… more»
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Desirable Manual: 1974 Avanti II
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»
