I’ve seen a number of Shala Vettes, but this is the first hardtop I’ve ever come across. If you don’t know what a Shala Vette is, they were kit cars built in the ’60s and ’70s by Dick Dean… more»
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1964 Buick Riviera: Show Car Looks
We recently featured a rare and desirable find known as a Dual Ghia, a limited production convertible with show car heritage running through its fuel lines. That level of exclusivity will likely drive a high price tag, but after checking… more»
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1958 Cadillac Eureka Camper: Roughing It?
As much as I’d love to own a vintage camper, the big turn off is often the condition of the living space. This 1958 Cadillac Camper here on eBay is an intriguing alternative to a Winnebago, but one look at… more»
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1936 Chevy Pickup: Looking For A Good Home
From Don E – Hey guys! I restore American classics and sports cars here in Southern California, so I’m always on the hunt. I dropped off my personal car at the body shop yesterday and saw a covered old… more»
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Royal Pair: 1966 Vanden Plas Princesses
Is it a Rolls Royce? No, but it does have a Rolls Royce engine! Many Princesses like these end up with fake Rolls Royce grills due to their similarities and the origin of their large 6-cylinder engines. The one… more»
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1970 Mercedes-Benz 600: Slightly Deflated
There are some cars that, no matter how dusty and dimly-lit their surroundings are, just scream luxury and class from every angle. The Mercedes-Benz 600 series has always had that effect on me, and Barn Finds reader Jonas N spotted this 1970… more»
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1957 Dual Ghia: One Of 117
Here’s one you don’t see everyday: a 1957 Dual Ghia convertible, listed here on eBay with an asking price of $185,000 and the option to submit a best offer. As far as rare vehicles go, the Dual Ghia is… more»
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1926 Fiat 509 Torpedo: Italian Barn Find
When most of us think of Fiat, images of compact cars come to mind, but this 116 year old company hasn’t always built small cars. At one time, they were the Ford of Italy and produced just about every… more»
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1970 Siata Spring: Topless Oddball
We last featured a Siata Spring in May, 2015 and that one gave clear indication that these cars can rust underneath while looking fairly solid on top. That makes me very cautious looking closely at this find from Jim S, which is… more»
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1972 Mini: Outlaw Style
Once in a great while, I get the hankering to own a Mini. Then I tell myself the thrill would wear off quickly, from being cramped to being invisible to big SUVs, and just generally tiring from the lack of power…. more»
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1972 Corvette: Power Bulge
I love cars with rare, odd, and unusual features, but typically cars like the Corvette were what we might consider cookie cutter cars. They offered a few different engine options and a number or color combos, but for the… more»
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1977 Porsche 911: Good Buy Or Not?
One of my earliest and fondest car hunting memories is of making the 30 minute drive to a small neighboring town with Jesse and our father to look at a Porsche 911. Our dad had spotted the car a… more»
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1963 Falcon Convertible For $2,000
Obviously, you can’t expect perfection in a classic Ford convertible for only $2,000. This Falcon has some challenges, but may be the right car for the right person. Thanks to Jim S for this great find! Located in Niagara… more»
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Three Volvos for $1,500: The Sensible Buy?
Barn Finds reader Robert R spotted this interesting package deal for 3 Volvos here on craigslist in Kansas. To me, this is what the smart shopper does: they look for someone unloading the last remnants of a collection of cars… more»
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Jeff In The Junkyard: Tiverton Forest
After taking a weekend off to attend a wedding, I thought this week’s edition of Jeff in the Junkyard should feature one of my favorite stops from last year, an active salvage yard in Tiverton, Rhode Island. This business has been around… more»
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Barn Find 1972 Volvo 1800 ES
This Volvo came from a barn in South Carolina, but is currently located in Miami, Florida. It’s for sale here on eBay with an opening bid of just under $2,500 and a buy-it-now of $3,695.95. It’s equipped with a… more»
