This 1982 Mazda RX7 is a rare Pacific Avatar convertible conversion that’s also sporting a wicked wide body and some other period modifications that make it a sharp looker (or an extremely useful parts car). However, it’s in running,… more»
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Barn Fresh Step-Through: 1946 Cushman Series 50
This gorgeous Cushman Step-Through scooter is a claimed California barn find that the seller will not have time to restore. Frankly, it looks too nice to do anything other than refresh the mechanicals and enjoy. The price is strong,… more»
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Russian Ride: 1987 SMZ S-3D
We have featured a couple of these unusual Soviet-era “invalid cars” here before at Barn Finds. Needless to say, they’re among the most unusual vehicles to be shown here, brought to you by the most unusual person here (me). Here’s… more»
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Rare Vega Twin: 1978 Pontiac Sunbird Safari Wagon
While we often see the Chevy Vega listed for sale in varying degrees of condition, its corporate twin the Pontiac Sunbird “Safari Wagon” shows up far less frequently. This example is an artifact from another era, when two door… more»
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Never Seen One: 1980 Mercedes-Benz GTR Kit Car
Kit cars normally aren’t my jam, but this oddball Mercedes GTR “clone” was too eye-catching not to post. Frankly, I’ll go out on a limb and state that it looks far better than expected when I first read the… more»
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Turbocharged Garage Find: 1984 Ford Mustang SVO
The idea of rescuing a Mustang from a garage or barn is what most of us live for. What about finding a limited- production turbocharged performance model designed by a special division of Ford Motor Company? That is the… more»
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Acapulco Edition: 1974 VW Thing
Given the 1:18 scale model of a rare 1974 VW Thing “Acapulco” edition is selling for $100 on eBay, it should be of little surprise this is a fairly pricey example at nearly $20K. But these island-friendly VWs are… more»
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Right Hand Drive: 1941 Ford Woody
A rather unusual find, this 1941 Ford Woody is a right-hand drive variant that is claimed to have been found in a barn in Argentina. Woody’s, in general, tend to stand out at car events, but an export model… more»
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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»
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Battery Boxster: 1999 Porsche Boxster EV
It’s pretty rare when we show a car this new here at Barn Finds, but a reader sent in this tip and being a lover of unusual cars, and EVs, I couldn’t resist. This is a 1999 Porsche Boxster… more»
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Rare Captive Import: 1976 Dodge Colt
Among the legions of captive imports we usually write about, I can’t recall seeing a Dodge Colt wagon anytime recently. Based on the Mitsubishi Galant, which lived on in many forms under the Mopar flag, this example is a… more»
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Ultimate Yard Art? 1954 Chevrolet Hauler
When I see photos of vintage cars being hauled by cool vintage trucks, I can’t help but dream of all those factory-fresh cars and wish I could go back in time to check them out in person. Something like… more»
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Desert Car: 1958 BMW Isetta
The BMW Isetta continues to mature as a collector car, both among vintage car enthusiasts and BMW fans alike. This has led to project-grade examples or parts cars like this one popping up for sale instead of heading straight… more»
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From Russia, With Love: 1986 Lada 2101
It’s some sort of epidemic! It’s amazing how cars from the former Soviet Union have suddenly popped up out of the woodwork. Barn Finder Roger is great at spotting them, so thank you for that Roger. My first thought… more»
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Genuine Manx? Barn Find VW Buggy
You have to be careful how you refer to the many different designs of VW-based dune buggy kits made throughout the 60s, 70s, and 80s. A genuine Meyers Manx – the one that started it all – will command… more»
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Trade for Kei Truck: 1971 Honda AN600
I had a deep fascination with these little Honda AN600s, no thanks to Barn Finds listing an Exclusive for one a few years ago that piqued my curiosity. While not everyone digs the microcar scene, these were pretty clever machines,… more»
