While doing the preliminary rundown of a car before I write, I noticed that this 1976 Chevrolet Chevette was causing my brain quite a stir and making me question my view on automobiles. To start, the $1,525 is actually… more»
Micro Cars
Jan 29, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Tiny Project Car: 1959 Messerschmitt KR200
Following the cessation of hostilities in World War II, the United States found itself in a fairly sound economic position, and the actual physical damage to buildings and infrastructure was extremely light. Continental Europe wasn’t quite so lucky, and… more»
Jan 26, 2019 • Auctions • 40 Comments
Elegant Econobox: 1988 Dodge Omni
Econoboxes tend to get the short end of the stick; yeah they’re slow, small, and (often) ugly… but hey, at least the Omni can claim Carroll Shelby as a fan! Sadly, this 1988 Dodge Omni is not one of… more»
Jan 26, 2019 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Cool Kei Car: 1965 Mitsubishi Minica Deluxe
Here’s another one in the Scotty G series of why-do-some-tall-people-like-tiny-cars corner of my cubicle here at Barn Finds. This tiny tot is a 1965 Mitsubishi Minica Deluxe and it’s located in Torrance, California. The seller has it listed here… more»
Jan 23, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Early Classic: 1959 Morris Mini
When it was introduced in 1959, the Morris Mini was a complete game changer. While it wasn’t the first front-wheel-drive car that had hit the market, the combination of that transverse front engine driving the front wheels suddenly made… more»
Jan 13, 2019 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Perfect First Project? 1958 Fiat 600 Transformable
Imagine walking into your local post office and being able to buy parts for your Ford, GM, or Chrysler product. Well, that was precisely the scenario pursued by Fiat with their own interpretation of the “people’s car.” The 600… more»
Jan 13, 2019 • Auctions • 29 Comments
$150,000 Microcar? 1957 Brütsch Mopetta
Most normal people have certain keywords that they use when they’re searching for cars, like V8, muscle car, 0-60 times, etc. For me, it’s microcar, one-seater, chain-drive, two-stroke pull-start engine, etc. Hey, that sounds just like this 1957 Brütsch Mopetta!… more»
Jan 9, 2019 • For Sale • 8 Comments
1-of-1: 1970 Honda NIII 360 Super Deluxe
This little Honda NIII 360 is a great example of a Kei Car, and looking at it you will notice a couple of things. The first is that it appears to be in reasonable condition for its age. The… more»
Jan 5, 2019 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Original Paint: 1972 Honda Z600
As a manufacturer, Honda has produced some pretty quirky small cars, and this 1972 Z600 is a great example. Said to still be wearing its original paint, this is just a cool little car that is being sold complete… more»
Dec 25, 2018 • For Sale • 10 Comments
BMW Saviour: 1963 BMW 700
BMW is a company renowned for building cars which combine style, performance, and luxury. However, this hasn’t always been the case, but while this 1963 BMW 700 may not possess any of the previously mentioned attributes, it is, without… more»
Dec 24, 2018 • For Sale • 18 Comments
19 German Horses: 1960 Lloyd Alexander
When a regular Lloyd 600 just won’t do, we offer you this 1960 Lloyd Alexander! The cool part is that it would probably fit in Santa’s bag full of toys. This little gem can be found here on Craigslist… more»
Dec 23, 2018 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Military Failure: 1971 Mini Moke
Originally designed by BMC as a contender to be a multi-use vehicle for the British military forces, the Moke failed to win military support for one very simple reason: As an off-road vehicle, it simply didn’t possess the ground… more»
Dec 23, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Ever Seen One? 1966 Ferves Ranger
If you were at the Turin, Italy Motor Show in 1966, you may have seen one of these before. If not, this is probably your first time. You are looking at a 1966 Ferves Ranger, which is based on… more»
Dec 16, 2018 • For Sale • 7 Comments
The Rare Isetta: 1959 BMW 600 Isetta
While it was based to a certain extent on the BMW Isetta which it replaced, the BMW 600 Isetta was very much its own vehicle, sharing only a few parts with the car that it replaced. While the original… more»
Dec 12, 2018 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Take Two: 1957 Fuldamobil S7
For regular readers here at Barn Finds, this little Fuldamobil is a case of deja vu. It previously featured in this excellent article by Scotty Gilbertson. Barn Finder Roger has let us know that this car has reappeared, so… more»
Dec 9, 2018 • Classifieds For Sale • 9 Comments
World War II Sacrifices: 1939 Crosley
The somber yet beautiful funeral for former President George Herbert Walker Bush reminds us that the number of World War II veterans is rapidly diminishing. This generation of Americans made sacrifices both at home and overseas that are hard… more»
