This Lamborghini Espada has been stored for 20 years in what looks like a shipping container, shortly after receiving a complete engine rebuild to the tune of $40K. It has a colorful ownership history, including being sold new to… more»
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Rock Solid Rock Hopper: 1974 Toyota FJ40
I don’t know if it’s going to come together just yet, but I’m working on acquiring a new project of the vintage Japanese 4×4 variety. It’s not an FJ40, because those have been far too popular (and expensive) for… more»
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Austin Engine Swap: 1958 Berkeley Racer
Despite appearing for sale with some regularity, the 1950s Berkeley Sports was made in limited numbers, with just over 4,000 built. Powered by engines ranging from 18 to 50 b.h.p., these were extremely clever cars that made extensive use… more»
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Orkin Owned: 1977 Mercedes 450SEL
If the Orkin man showed up in a given neighborhood, residents would likely cower by the windows, hoping he didn’t pull into the house next door. This image of an individual tasked with killing vermin and extricating wildlife is… more»
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Not Many Left: 1977 Chevrolet Monza Mirage
Bidding is quite active for this 1977 Chevy Monza Mirage, with the action bumping against $10K with the reserve unmet. The Monza Mirage is a rare bird, with just over 4,000 ever made and fewer than 30 remaining. They… more»
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Parked in ’88: 1963 Porsche 356
It’s hard to believe that in 1988, you could purchase a Porsche 356 just to leave it set on your property for 30 years. However, that is seemingly exactly what happened with this 1963 example, which the seller says… more»
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Dry Stored Survivor: 1983 BMW 316
This listing for a recently unearthed BMW 316 caused some momentary deja vu, as it’s a dead-ringer for my exact car – even down to being right-hand drive. It remains close to factory with the original steel wheels and… more»
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BF EXCLUSIVE: Massive Salvage Yard Collection
To the Barn Finds community: I’m posting my own “Exclusive” for the first time on behalf of a friend who has over 10 acres of cars, trucks, and motorcycles on his property. I am helping him with moving some of his… more»
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21 Window Alternative: 1961 Mercedes 319 Panorama Bus
There’s a hefty opening bid of $20K expected for this unusual 1965 Mercedes-Benz 319 “Panorama” bus. No one’s stepped up to the plate just yet, which isn’t terribly surprising considering the volume of work needed to make it a… more»
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Period Correct: 1976 Ford Econoline Chateau
This 1976 Ford Econoline van is an impressive survivor, and the seller is just the second owner after buying it from his friends who owned and stored it since new. It remains in highly original condition with low miles… more»
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Rebuilt Then Parked: 1951 Mercedes Unimog
This is an unusual find in the world of Unimogs, as we typically see the later models pop up for sale. The seller calls this a 411 model, which would make it an updated version of the 401/402, if… more»
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1 of 833 Manuals: 1974 Pontiac LeMans
While the fourth-generation Pontiac LeMans was largely forgettable, there were some variants that make it a more intriguing prospect as a restoration project. Take this 1974 model, which is the mid-tier Sport Coupe trim. It comes standard with a… more»
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Purple Project: 1971 Porsche 914
This 1971 Porsche 914 may wear a rare color known as Aubergine, but I’m not entirely certain. While it may seem like just a fancy way to say purple or mauve, finding a 914 in this shade of paint… more»
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Rusty Knocker: 1974 Toyota Land Cruiser
More and more, Japanese 4x4s have come onto my radar as the next frontier for collector vehicles. Capable, cheap and reliable, they are darlings of adventure-seekers and Instagram celebrities who just want to look adventurous. There’s a ton of… more»
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15K Miles from New: 1980 Maserati Quattroporte III
While it’s a car many of us love to hate, the Maserati Quattroporte remains a stunning road car that rarely appears in condition as well preserved as this one. Claimed by the seller to be the lowest mileage example… more»
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Storage Unit Find: 1974 VW Westfalia
The rise in popularity of vintage campers is perhaps one of my favorite trends of the collector car hobby. These are vehicles that force you to slow down a little, get in touch with your analog side, and plan… more»
