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Rare Turbodiesel: 1986 Toyota Camry

It’s not uncommon to find older Toyota trucks utilizing diesel power; my very own 1981 HiAce project relies on an old-school 2L diesel powerplant. What is unusual is to find such mechanical sorcery in an old-school Toyota Camry sedan… more»

Emergency Boat: 1969 Cadillac Ambulance

Okay, so it isn’t really a boat! Just so you know, I really had to hold myself back from making a Ghostbusters reference even though it is 10 years too new. Old ambulances are super cool, especially considering for many… more»

Personality Goes A Long Way: 1959 Edsel Villager Wagon

There is something to be said for being unique.  Quirky individuals such as Salvador Dali and Paul Reubens have made legendary careers on the foundation of their eccentricities.  However, making a successful quirky car has always been a challenge. … more»

Open Roof Roadmaster: 1948 Buick

Buick Roadmaster’s are cool cars that pop up from time to time, but when was the last time you saw a solid Convertible? Certainly more desirable with its convertible roof, this not so common find is very solid, looking… more»

Some Assembly Required: 1956 Singer Roadster

Before you dismiss this 1956 Singer 4AD SM 1500 roadster as one of a handful of ’50s low-production sports cars that suffered from 10 pounds of wishful thinking in a five-pound reality-shaped bag, consider that the (also English) Singer… more»

Never Been Fixed: 1984 Pininfarina Azzurra

Quick: when is a Fiat not a Fiat? When it’s a Pininfarina Azzurra, of course! (Bertone X1/9 gets you credit, too, smartypants). After Fiat gave up the ghost on the U.S. market, it turned its aging but still popular… more»

Aircraft Hangar Find: 1987 Porsche 930

Few cars scream ’80s excess louder than the original Porsche 930, the turbocharged supercar that frightened road test editors and track day enthusiasts from its introduction to the present day. Valued have been rising, and this example here on eBay was… more»

Affordable Drop Top: 1964 Dodge Dart 270

When an affordable original condition Mopar convertible comes up for sale, my attention span collapses and turns to the convertible in question. Parked since 2003, this Dart Convertible is thought to be original, and appears to be quite a… more»

A Jewel: 1960 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire

Thanks to Barn Finds reader Mike F. for this terrific and unusual find! This 1960 Armstrong Siddeley Star Sapphire is one of the final year models from this storied marque. Never heard of Armstrong Siddeley? You’re not alone. However,… more»

Challengering: 1970 Dodge Challenger

It is easy to take a look at this Challenger and see what it once was before someone parked it in a barn. This car has a 440, which makes me think someone had a lot of fun with… more»

No Reserve: 1975 Lancia Fulvia 3 Coupe

This Series 3 Lancia Fulvia is a recent import direct from Italy, and is listed with no reserve. Thse pretty coupes combine gorgeous Italian styling with some level of motorsports pedigree, given its success on the international rally circuit…. more»

The Costs of a Rebuild: Basketcase E30 M3

Similar to the aircooled Porsche 911, E30-chassis BMW M3s have enjoyed a rapid rise in price. Owners who bought them as weekend cars or track beaters in the late 90s and early 2000s likely netted themselves a tidy profit… more»

V6 Hatchback: 1978 Ford Pinto

We’ve featured a lot of Pintos/Bobcats lately, but to our credit they’ve all been different! This 1978 Pinto is especially different in that under the can be found a Ford 2.8 liter V6 instead of an inline four cylinder…. more»

Sportop Project: 1966 International Harvester Scout

On first glance, this 1966 International Harvester Scout 800 Sportop sure looks like it could easily drive right to our garage. I mean, right to your garage..  It’s listed on eBay with several bids totaling over $2,500 as I… more»

1970 Ford Torino GT Convertible Roller

First impressions:  either a phantom driver just dropped the hammer or this Torino’s engine has gone missing. Of course it’s the latter; this 1970 Ford Torino GT Convertible’s original 302 cubic inch mill moved on to greener pastures, perhaps… more»

2nd Year Pontiac: 1927 Pontiac 6-27 Landau Sedan

Although Pontiac was laid to rest in 2010, Pontiac is still an interesting and relevant brand due to its amazing history, and great cars. The brand was established in 1926, making this 1927 model a rare and early machine… more»

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