Calendar Car: Tragic Triumph

If you recognize this car, then you must own our 2013 calendar. This Triumph is January’s featured find and we just wanted to let everyone know a little more about it. When we requested images for the calendar, reader… more»

Original Six: 1971 Jaguar XJ

While browsing a car lot a few years back, I asked the salesman about an old Jaguar parked out back. He quickly responded, “You don’t want that car. They are riddled with problems”. Since then I have noticed that… more»

2013 Scottsdale Auctions Kickoff

I’m sure a few of you are already in Scottsdale or are headed there today for the big auctions. Unfortunately none of the BF staff can make it, but we have still been looking through the catalogs and dreaming…. more»

Force Fed: 1975 BMW 2002 Turbo

If you are into ’02s then you have probably lusted after one of these on occasion. It is a 1975 BMW 2002 Turbo and it’s a rare sight here in the States because they were never officially imported. Unfortunately… more»

First Econo Car: 1926 Ford Model T

You wouldn’t expect to find a 1926 Ford Model T on a Government liquidation site, but reader James M. just did. It may not be a barn find, but it does look to be in great condition and you… more»

1970 Jaguar XKE Roadster Project

The Series 1 E-Type may be everyone’s favorite, but this 1970 Jaguar XKE Roadster is tempting. It was supposedly parked in a barn for 28 years before the seller got a hold of it. They have sandblasted the body… more»

Spokane Shop Closing

Sometimes the best deals can be found when a person decides to cut back. Reader Mark just sent us a craigslist ad in which the seller mentions that they are downsizing and closing up their shop. There are a… more»

Orange County Wrecking Yard Liquidation

America’s salvage yards are disappearing because of stiff regulations and a lack of DIYers. It may be best for the environment, but for those of us with memories of trips to the local wrecking yard with Dad, it is… more»

Wishful Thinking: 1969 Dodge Coronet R/T HEMI

The photos of this 1969 Coronet R/T may have caught our attention, but the 426 Hemi option piqued our interest. That engine could put out an amazing 425 horses! The seller claims that it only has 55k miles on… more»

2012 Barn Find Of The Year

We are proud to announce our 2012 BFOTY! Our readers have spoken and the majority have chosen the tale of this 1967 Camaro RS/SS as their favorite find of the year. We would like to congratulate Zack and thank… more»

Shipwrecked 1971 BMW 2800CS

A New York shipyard probably isn’t the best place to store a car. Especially one prone to rust like this 1971 BMW 2800CS. The current owner purchased the car as a project but lost interest so they have listed… more»

Reader Find: Corvair Monza Spyder

It is always nice to hear what sort of discoveries our readers have made. Paul W. is a long time BF follower and  he recently stumbled across this 1963 Corvair Monza. It is in great original condition and he… more»

Britain’s Sports Car: 1951 MG TD

Since we just featured America’s sports car, it is only appropriate to bring up Britain’s. Back in the fifties, sports cars were all the rage here in the USA and many credit the movement to this car. Service men… more»

America’s Sports Car: 1950 Crosley Hotshot

It may not look like much, but this was America’s first European style sports car after the war. This little guy even beat Corvette to the game. They were cheap, slow, and fun and a few even did well… more»

Top 10 Barn Finds Of 2012

After reflecting on the past year, we came up with a list of our favorite barn finds for 2012. Our choices were based on how much interest each find received and our own personal preferences. So without further ado,… more»

Kicked To The Curb: 1958 Edsel Villager Wagon

Ford may have considered Edsel a failure, but they actually sold quite a few cars. They moved a little over 63k units in 1958 which is nothing to be ashamed of. Problem is, they wanted to sell 200k. Of… more»

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