My wife is in love with Jaguar Mk. VII’s, VIII’s and IX’s and eventually wants one. Consequently, I am in a constant search for the right car, although I think there will have to be a thinning of our… more»
Project Cars
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Dusty Drop Top: 1970 Mercedes 280SL
One of the major appeals, or at least the dream, of a barn find is getting an amazing deal. I know the first time I ever heard about the concept of a barn find, I was still a child and… more»
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Born 2 Run: 1969 Dodge Charger R/T
If you’re a habitual Barn Finder, I’d imagine you’ve grown used to finding truly great cars but discovering they’re quite rough underneath. This, of course, is the paradox of such finds: they are left untouched but typically also unprotected,… more»
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Cosmetically Challenged: 1978 Saab 99 Turbo
If it weren’t for taking the plunge on vintage BMWs, pre-GM Saabs would likely be my drug of choice. From the hatchback funkiness to the liberal use of turbocharging, old-school 99s and 900s just rub me the right way…. more»
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Beyond Patina: 1959 Porsche 356 Coupe
I often come across finds that, while they are somewhat interesting on their own, what is parked in the background is considerably more intriguing. Well this 1959 Porsche 356A is one of those cars that is fascinating to look… more»
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Never Break Your Own Rules!
Now that I have lived in Boise, Idaho for a few months, I have finally settled in and can say I feel at home in the Tree City. However, over the past few weeks I have been missing my… more»
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Jeff’s New Project: 1987 BMW 535is
I’ve made plenty of references to the newest project in my garage but hadn’t yet put together an update for the Barn Finds faithful: it’s time to introduce my 1987 BMW 535is. I bought this car sight-unseen from California… more»
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A Pair Of Them: 1967 Sunbeam Alpines
When you look up “under appreciated British roadster” in the mythical automotive dictionary, I’m sure the Sunbeam Alpine (second generation) has to be right there. When new, Alpines offered more creature comforts, better rides, and arguably better styling then… more»
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How To Fix A Sticky Choke
If you have been following this site for any length of time then you already know that I have been driving a 1972 Volvo 145 to the office for the past few months. Snow, rain, or shine – I… more»
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One Of 6,000: 1963 Volvo P1800
I’ve wondered for a long time exactly what logic led Volvo to have the first P1800 bodies built by Jensen in England. Don’t get me wrong; I love British cars. But generally they were and are known for their… more»
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More Than Parts: 1961 Mercedes-Benz 190SL
Throughout automotive history, there have been any number of cars that transition from throwaway projects to desirable specimens. Rarely does that phenomenon crystallize so perfectly than with the Mercedes-Benz 190SL, a car that recently has enjoyed a fast-rising tide… more»
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Rusty Bird Of Prey: 1963 Ford Falcon
If you are a Ford nut or just know your Ford history, you know the Falcon was one of the brand’s most significant models. Ironically, it is also one of their most under-appreciated classics. The Falcon has gone mostly… more»
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The Underdog: Two 1968 AMC Javelins
I’ve always been the type to cheer for the underdog. There’s nothing better than seeing the weaker competitor rise to the challenge and conquer the superior force. Maybe that’s why I’ve always had a soft spot for the AMC… more»
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1979 Pontiac Trans Am WS6 Package Deal
That phrase, “Happy wife, happy life” didn’t come about by accident. Somewhere out there, a man learned that if his significant other was content with his behavior and actions, the quality of life that followed would be worth the… more»
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Will Someone Help This Desperate German?
I can remember the first time I paid serious attention to a BMW. It was in the late 1970’s, shortly after I moved to a new city where there was a BMW dealer that had just started up in… more»
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35 Year Slumber: 1970 Mercedes 300 SEL
When we receive submissions from sellers of vehicles, it usually helps us paint a better picture of why a vintage vehicle is on the market. Those stories take many forms, and in the case of a 1970 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL,… more»
