Whether it’s rocket ship lamps, robots, or even one-of-a-kind automobiles, Los Angeles artist Baron Margo has been fabricating unique steampunk-style metal creations for years, with this far-out-wheeled oddity being one of them. If you’ve been searching for something truly… more»
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Dec 1, 2024 • For Sale • 36 Comments
1 Of 7 Prototype Corl Ice Fishing Rigs
Whenever I wake up and spot a Barn Finds tip that’s worded something like, “Does anyone know what this thing is?”, I quickly get intrigued and jump into a mystery-solving mode even before my morning coffee pot has gotten… more»
Dec 1, 2024 • For Sale • 56 Comments
1 Of 12 Left? 1977 Chevrolet Monte Carlo Custom Cloud
It’s easy to lose sight of the fact that imitation is often thought of as a form of flattery, and throughout automotive history, the Rolls Royce has had no shortage of admirers who wanted to emulate the brand’s appearance… more»
Nov 27, 2024 • For Sale • 38 Comments
Vintage Brute Force: 1955 Caterpillar D4 Bulldozer
While we see scores of vehicles on this site that will be preserved for the next generation, industrial equipment presentation is sorely lacking. There are a few museums out there that cater to such vehicles. However, it is… more»
Nov 26, 2024 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Running 1972 Saab Sonett
Saab is known for its quirky and unique aviation-inspired designs. The Sonett was the brand’s divergence into the sports car realm. The car is far more compact than other Saab models, has sharper angles, and has a front-mid-engine. This… more»
Nov 25, 2024 • For Sale • 8 Comments
No Reserve Low-Mile 1960 Citroen 2CV
The Citroën 2CV (Deux Chevaux for “two horses”) was originally aimed at helping farmers replace Ol’ Dobbin with a conveyance that ate less, traveled twice as fast, and carried four people. With a soft suspension that traversed planted fields… more»
Nov 24, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Single-Family Owned 1993 Saab 900
Saab produced the first generation of 900s from 1979 to 1994. The model was as close to mainstream as the quirky company would get. In the last few years, the 900s have been increasing in value. Although this example… more»
Nov 22, 2024 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Vintage Racer Recreation: 1959 Ferrari Testarossa
One of the more expensive Ferraris to attempt to buy is the original Testarossa, one of the models most synonymous with the company’s history in vintage racing. It’s also one of the most heavily copied models in the company’s… more»
Nov 22, 2024 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Convertible 1989 Dodge Dakota 4×4
In the ’80s plenty of people were chopping the tops off their pickup trucks, but few manufacturers were doing the same. Dodge found a hole in the market and filled it. Obviously, a convertible pickup seems like a confusing… more»
Nov 22, 2024 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Zero Rot? 1959 Alfa Romeo Spider
The ’59 Spider embodies “small car, big fun” energy. Weighing just under 2k pounds, the car is light, nimble, and performance-oriented. In 1959 Alfa Romeo shifted the Spider from the Tipo 750 chassis to the Tipo 101. The car… more»
Nov 21, 2024 • For Sale • 18 Comments
Zero-Rust Garage-Kept 1985 Renault Encore
In the early ’80s the American market was hungry for compact cars that supplied superior fuel efficiency. The Renault Alliance subcompact offered a cost-effective solution. Shortly after the Alliance’s release in North America, the Encore was introduced on the… more»
Nov 20, 2024 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Retro Roadster: Panther Lima Turbo
Before researching this tip sent over by T.J., I had never heard of Panther Westwinds and its predilection for creating retro-classic fiberglass roadsters. The company was founded in Britain in 1972 by Robert Jankel, who trained as an engineer…. more»
Nov 18, 2024 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Six-Wheeled Mystery Machine: 1983 Dodge Ram Van B350
This is a rare opportunity to own an unusual 6-wheeled Scooby Doo-themed van. This 1983 Dodge Ram van is a highly custom machine with 112,000 miles. The seller notes that the mystery machine started life as a camper van… more»
Nov 10, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
4X4 Cop Car: 1983 Ford LTD Crown Victoria
For nearly 30 years, the Ford LTD Crown Victorias (and their variants) were popular choices for police work. They were durable, big cars that chased after a lot of bad buys in their day (the last of the rear-wheel… more»
Nov 9, 2024 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Rare Diesel Taxi: 1959 Plymouth Savoy
In the late 1950s, the Savoy was the entry-level model in the full-size Plymouth line-up, positioned like the Chevy Biscayne or Bel Air. They were popular for fleet purchases as basic transportation and many served as taxicabs. This 1959… more»
Nov 6, 2024 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Rare Acapulco Edition? 1974 Volkswagen Thing
The VW Thing (technically the Type 181) was a military-style vehicle that most closely resembled the Jeep. But it was a rear-wheel drive “fun-mobile” that used the same rear-mounted engine as the VW Beetle. They were only sold in… more»
