Here’s one of the tidiest Jensen-Healeys I have ever seen. The paint pops, the trim is clean, the engine is rebuilt. The owner has pampered the car and it shows; I also appreciate the effort to clean the car… more»
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1953 Studebaker Commander Starliner Project
Here’s one of the prettiest cars Studebaker ever made, courtesy of Robert Bourke working under Raymond Loewy: the Commander Starliner hardtop. Its shapely demeanor is a bit of a miracle since the model was a rush job, emerging for… more»
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Cheap Roadster! 1973 Triumph Spitfire Mk IV
This Spitfire is for sale because the owner found a prettier prospect – as he puts it, “something newer and shinier caught my eye.” Since the car was purchased for Spring driving, we can surmise that the seller hasn’t… more»
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No Reserve: 1987 Lotus Turbo Esprit HCi
UPDATE 04/03/2025: Finding a buyer for your classic is sometimes challenging, requiring more than one attempt for the vehicle to head to a new home. Such is the case with this 1987 Lotus Esprit Turbo. When we last saw… more»
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Fun in the Sun: Meyers Manx
Is it real? That’s the first question that comes to mind when we see a Meyers Manx. Here on facebook Marketplace is the real deal, a Meyers Manx situated on a 1955 Volkswagen pan, accompanied by a certificate of… more»
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Father’s Weekend Car: 1981 Porsche 911 SC Coupe
A mismatch between the competence of the car and the verbiage advertising it for sale is not uncommon, and here’s another example: what could be a superb 1981 Porsche 911 SC coupe, used for weekend driving, is described in… more»
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Beautiful Barge: 1979 Cadillac Coupe DeVille
The “deVille” name cycled onto Cadillac’s flanks over more than eight decades, first as a Coupe deVille in the late 1940s, then as a standalone model in 1959. A montage of deVilles through the ages would perfectly capture our… more»
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Head-Turner! 1958 Rambler American Super
A humble compact restored to the nines! For everyone who has restored an MG Midget, Chevy Vega, or Ford Pinto – here’s a car to keep you company. Rambler launched the American in 1958, aiming for customers tired of… more»
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Barn Find, One Owner! 1959 Jaguar Mk II 3.8
Sedan racing, anyone? Jaguar participated, and how. Privateers, oh yes, but also Stirling Moss, Graham Hill, John Surtees and many other luminaries of the track, rally courses and hills piloted these lithe cats to wins. Capable of 220 gross… more»
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Rare 1975 Rolls-Royce Corniche Coupe
Want a lot of car for not much money? This 1975 Rolls-Royce Corniche coupe might fit the bill, with its big V8 engine and creamy handstitched leather upholstery. After long storage in a heated garage, this luxury car remains… more»
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1961 Imperial Crown Four-Door Hardtop Project
By 1955, Chrysler made the Imperial its own division, setting it up to compete with Cadillac and Lincoln and stripping the “Chrysler” badge from its flanks. But whereas Cadillac and Lincoln had their own dealerships, the Imperial was sold… more»
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Show-Worthy? 1968 Morris Minor
Despite a set of poor photos, I thought this 1968 Morris Minor deserved space on Barn Finds. Its color combination is attractive, it’s said to be in show-worthy condition, it runs well, and the price is reasonable. The Morris… more»
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Long Term Ownership: 1990 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo
As the 280Z advanced to the 280ZX and then the 300ZX, the car’s appeal shifted. The 280Z retained a sporting demeanor, but by the time the luxuriously-appointed 280ZX arrived, a new buyer had emerged – one looking for a… more»
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Fiberglass FWD: 1972 Saab Sonett
Ever seen a car that’s been put through the entire gauntlet of a restoration, from welding to paint, interior and mechanical work, only to discover that major components remained fatally flawed? That’s the story of this 1972 Saab Sonett… more»
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“Bullet Nose” 1951 Studebaker Commander
How did the 1950-51 Commander acquire its beak? The styling was a pivot point in the Titanic struggle between Raymond Loewy and Virgil Exner – two large egos squeezed together into Studebaker’s design studio for several years. Assigned to… more»
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City Cruiser: 1963 Chevrolet Corvair Monza Club Coupe
The advent of the VW Beetle shook the US auto industry to its core – but not right away. The car was tiny, tinny, and its tail was full of motor. Sales were slow until in 1959, VW’s “Think… more»
