UPDATE – The seller has added additional photos. One of the challenges potential buyers face when searching for a classic Pickup is locating a genuine survivor ready to provide immediate enjoyment. Many require significant work, but that isn’t the… more»
Driver Quality Cars
1-of-1: 1978 Porsche 930 Turbo Targa
Claiming unique status for any classic car is a bold move. However, possessing supporting evidence transforms a bold claim into an indisputable fact. Such is the case with this 1978 Porsche 930 Turbo. It has a colored history, but… more»
So-Cal Original Woody Wagon: 1948 Plymouth Station Wagon
You learn a lot writing for Barn Finds. After typing out over 800 write-ups, one of the more common themes is that cars from Southern California are, for the most part, well-preserved. You can almost count on a car… more»
Fuel Injected! 1962 Dodge Lancer 770
Here’s a Dodge that I forgot about, a 1962 Lancer. It was a compact that competed with and was similar to, Plymouth’s Valiant. I knew this class of Dodge as the “Dart” but the Lancer moniker preceded it. What… more»
Only Two Owners: 1975 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCab
Though Ford’s series of light-duty pickup trucks, the F-Series, had been around since 1948, the F-100 was upgraded to the F-150 in 1975. That increased the basic truck’s payload capacity and the F-150 has dominated industry truck sales ever… more»
Genuine Winters ZL-1: 1969 Chevrolet Camaro
Some classics possess the “wow” factor courtesy of exceptional preservation or a meticulous restoration, while others achieve it by virtue of their mechanical specifications. This 1969 Chevrolet Camaro falls comfortably into the second category because its engine bay houses… more»
Desert Survivor! 1969 Datsun 1600 Roadster
Logging the acceleration of the Japanese motorcar industry in the 1960s is a reminder of a competitor that seemingly came out of the blue. Of course, progress wasn’t a straight line: things started haltingly over at Datsun in the… more»
Jeeves, Fetch My Wheels: 1995 Bentley Continental R
Tipster TJ lobs a softball at us, tempting the “Grey Poupon” joke to roll off the keyboard. I’m not biting, though it’s hard to resist when you’re looking at a luxury barge called a 1995 Bentley Continental R. Somebody… more»
California Truck: 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser
This 1992 Toyota Land Cruiser is attracting decent bids despite being an early model project. The 80-Series is riding a bit of a roller coaster right now, with a big run-up in prices during the pandemic as consumers began… more»
Recently Restored: 1972 Chevrolet K10 Pickup
With classic Pickups remaining a hot ticket in the market, it is common for the right vehicle to attract considerable attention. That makes this freshly restored 1972 Chevrolet K10 an interesting proposition. Following an unsuccessful auction, it was recently… more»
13K Original Miles: 2009 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG
The Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG SUV is a vehicle that I’ve been enamored by for many years. I had the chance to drive one that a friend had on a loan from a dealer that had a black G55 under… more»
Supercharged 289 V8: 1957 Studebaker Golden Hawk
The mid-’50s were a tumultuous time for Studebaker. It had employed deceptive terms to merge with Packard in 1954, an endeavor that shortly led to Packard’s complete demise without aiding Studebaker at all. While bad behavior from the C-suite… more»
Original Paint: 1963 Chevrolet Impala
Hiding in this garage is a classic carrying all the hallmarks of a car that has led a sheltered life. This 1963 Chevrolet Impala presents well at first glance, an impression heightened by the seller’s claim that it retains… more»
Restore or Preserve? 1987 Buick Grand National
Some classics invariably generate interest when they hit the market, and this 1987 Buick Grand National demonstrates that. It has received an incredible fifty-two bids, suggesting that people like what they see. However, the intense action leaves the current… more»
















