As Yogi Berra famously said, “It’s deja vu all over again.” This ’63 Pontiac Bonneville drop top was featured on Barn Finds fourteen months ago in a no-reserve auction. I don’t know if that sale fell through or if… more»
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Rare Turbocharged Convertible: 1992 Mercury Capri XR2
It’s funny to see a car you once considered throwaway look borderline collectible. The Mercury Capri is a model that occupies a unique spot in American car culture, as it wasn’t a bad driver and actually was fairly sporting… more»
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How the Mighty Have Fallen: 1938 Cadillac Convertible Sedan
In the not-so-distant past, a prewar Cadillac convertible sedan was considered a desirable classic with a price tag to match. Average collectors looked at them like poor kids peering in a candy shop window. Although they are still one… more»
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17,500 Miles From New! 1995 Porsche 911 Cabrio
There was a time when Porsche 911s in convertible forms were not the most desirable cars. In fact, if it was a soft top or a targa top, you could count on buying it at a substantial discount, regardless… more»
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Well Maintained: 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider Graduate
As much as the vintage car market has seen its share of ridiculous price increases, some models remain surprisingly affordable. It’s hard to say whether it’s because of lack of desirability or due to some other market forces that… more»
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Recaro Equipped Capri: 1984 ASC McLaren
Remember when I said the ASC McLaren Fox bodies seemingly all come out of the woodwork at once? I wasn’t kidding! Here’s another one, this time the earlier Mercury Capri-based model. This one is a bit of a project… more»
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11k Original Miles: 1976 Panther J72
The Panther J72 is a rare classic, with only 368 cars leaving the factory during a ten-year production run. It was the first offering from the company based in Surrey, England, setting its theme of providing handbuilt vehicles to… more»
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’57 Chevy Bel Air Kit: 1999 Chevrolet Camaro
The Belaro is an aftermarket fiberglass kit that you can install on any fourth generation Camaro (1993 to 2002). With 50 hours of work, you could modify said Camaro to look like a 1957 Chevrolet, though you can immediately… more»
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No Reserve: 1976 MG MGB
There are typically two major ways that a classic can attract attention. The first is to be extraordinarily desirable, while the second is to be affordable. British sports cars like this 1976 MG MGB enjoy a strong following in… more»
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1 of 700: 1958 DeSoto Firesweep Convertible
For years and years, there were four core brands at Chrysler: Chrysler, Plymouth, Dodge, and DeSoto. However, by 1958 it was becoming apparent that Chrysler had too many players. While there was an industry contraction of about 20%, DeSoto… more»
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Late Model Production: 1990 ASC McLaren
The Ford Mustang as built by ASC McLaren is a known quantity around these parts, and I swear these things sell in batches. You won’t see any for months and then all of the sudden, three pop up for… more»
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Rust-Free 1962 Oldsmobile F85 Convertible
I wasn’t born with lottery luck; some people always win at the slot machines and on scratch-off tickets, but I’ve never been one of them (I have a feeling most of us aren’t). That doesn’t, however, stop me from… more»
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34k Original Miles: No Reserve 1985 Toyota Celica GT-S Convertible
A known ownership history is always desirable when searching for a classic to park in your garage. It makes it easier to confirm a seller’s claim, helping to ensure that buyers get what they are paying for. This 1985… more»
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No Reserve: 1980 Triumph TR7 Drophead Coupe
I have always believed that the Triumph TR7 deserved greater sales success than it eventually achieved. The styling doesn’t appeal to everyone, but the same can be said of almost any classic. Perhaps its greatest hurdle was the company’s… more»
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Dennis Carpenter Owned: 1951 Mercury Monterey Convertible
Cars owned by famous people have appeared on Barn Finds before. However, fame and notoriety aren’t limited to household names. Some folks are, or were, celebrities in their little corner of the world. Dennis Carpenter is a name that… more»
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BF Auction: No Reserve 1988 Cadillac Allanté
Downsizing a collection is never an easy choice, but is one made by the owner of this 1988 Cadillac Allanté. This rare classic has suffered minor accident damage but is otherwise complete and begging for someone to return it… more»
