Gray market Mercedes are really the only ones I’d be interested in taking on as a project, as they tend to be a bit more special than their U.S. equivalents: more powerful / less restrictive motors, classy European-style lighting,… more»
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Das Restomod: 1975 Audi Fox
As a long time Audi fan and owner, I realize that there may not be many readers here who are also Audi fans and/or owners. But, I couldn’t pass up this 1975 Audi Fox, it’s just too interesting. This… more»
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Not Even One-Off: 1932 Chevrolet Moonlight Pattern Prototype
Writing for Barn Finds is always interesting, because since we occasionally get to see unique and rare vehicles like this 1932 Chevrolet Moonlight Speedster. Although 10 of these cars were made, this isn’t even one of them! This is… more»
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Two Door Toaster: 1951 Nash Station Wagon
Although these Nash’s are known for their bare bones simplicity, their styling is magnificent and extremely eye catching. Considered a true “Barn Find” by the seller, this toaster like wagon is a fairly solid survivor that is nearly on… more»
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The Other GTI: 1989 Suzuki Swift GTi
There are certain cars that I will absolutely concede are past the point of saving – even cars that I love. It’s easier to make this determination when thinking about production volume, and how many of a certain model… more»
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Gordon Gekko’s Garage: Jaguar XJ6 & BMW 325E
As many of you know, I dig 80’s imports – and own a car like one of the ones featured here. It seems this garage or storage building in Western Massachusetts houses some leftovers of 1980’s excess, with numerous… more»
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Name Your Price: 1931 Rolls-Royce Phantom
This stunning 1931 Rolls-Royce Phantom limousine with coachwork by Brewster is said to be a recently discovered example that was apparently stored in relatively intact condition. Photos show that not much has changed aside from the heavy coating of… more»
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Two-Door Wagon! 1955 Pontiac Safari
Two-door station wagons became less prevalent in later decades but nearly every wagon in the 1950s came with either two or four doors. Why bother to make a two-door wagon? The two-door models typically had a shorter wheel base… more»
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1941 Cadillac Series 62 Deluxe Convertible Project
From a distance this 1941 Cadillac Series 62 Deluxe Convertible looks every bit as classy as the full-size Mercedes-Benz cabriolets of ten years later. After moving this unfinished project car four times while accumulating parts for a full restoration,… more»
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HO Drop Top: 1967 Plymouth Barracuda
While most people want the Barracudas built in the early ’70s, I’ve always had a soft spot for the ones built in the late ’60s. One of the major perks of buying a ’60s Mopar is that they tend… more»
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It Came From Lake Toxaway: 1960 Austin Healey Sprite
Since it is the month that ends with All Hallow’s Eve, I wanted to give you a glimpse of a story so horrible that you will wonder how God could be so cruel. Our story begins with a little… more»
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One Of 267: 1974 Jensen Interceptor Convertible
You may recognize the familiar backdrop in these photos, as we’ve featured a few different cars from this seller of wrecked vintage exotics. This Jensen Interceptor convertible is one of a very few drop tops made and amazingly retains… more»
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Goin’ All Out! 1971 Chevrolet Nova SS
“How to go all out in a low-priced car.” That was Chevrolet’s tagline for the 1971 Nova SS, even though you could no longer get the big-block 396 engine that was available the year before. This truly solid, original paint… more»
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Rare and Needy: 1991 Dodge Spirit R/T
Dodge’s Spirit R/T was a formidable sports sedan back in its day, earning plaudits for its raw speed and tidy packaging. Today, they are fairly hard to find, especially in unmodified condition. This 1991 model here on eBay is suffering… more»
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Parked Since ’07: 1990 Audi Coupe Quattro
Finding modern barn finds happens rarely, but it’s so intriguing when it does. This 1990 Audi Coupe Quattro is an enthusiast favorite, with a rowdy 5-cylinder and four-wheel drive. The seller claims it’s been parked since 2007 and he… more»
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Cruel Climate: ’85 Toyota Corolla GT-S
Mention the letters AE86 to any Toyota fanboy and their eyes will grow wide as they’ve just been told there is a Santa Claus. Yes, the rear-wheel drive Corolla is the hot hatch you’d pine for if the GTI or Escort… more»
