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»
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Russian Prize Winner: 1984 LADA 2106
The Lada 2106 was a product of the Soviet Union that remained in production for 30 years. During its lifetime it didn’t feature a lot of running changes. In fact, any changes that did occur actually happened at a… more»
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Taxi! 1977 London Black Taxi
I say old chaps! Have we got a car for you? If you are looking for something a bit different, and if you can cope with a car that is right-hand drive, then this genuine 1977 London Black Cab… more»
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$500 Euro Hatch: 1976 Opel Kadett
It’s a bit dizzying to learn about the multiple nameplates this 1976 Opel Kadett was sold under during its production run. Built by Isuzu and sold as the Gemini in other markets, the Kadett model sold in the U.S…. more»
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Cool Commer Project: 1967 Sunbeam Funwagon
If there’s a more interesting name for a vehicle I can’t think of it right now, can you? This is a 1967 Sunbeam Funwagon and as you can see it’s without the fun part, as in the camper on… more»
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Portland Police Spec: 1985 Volvo 240 Turbo
The era of Volvo selling police-spec 240 Turbos to municipalities is a special one to me, as it seems like a bygone era that isn’t coming back. Around the same time, Porsche was outfitting European police departments with 911s… more»
Editor Find! What the Heck is a Tugley?
A few days ago, I spotted this winter-ready rig on the side of the road near North Scituate, Rhode Island. I was on my way to inspect some rare junkyard parts for my rusty 190E 2.3-16 project and had… more»
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Collection Sell-Off: AMC Matador Eliminator + Parts Car
A listing on craigslist claims the seller is getting out of his AMC hobby and putting his collection of cars and parts up for sale. Both cars are interesting specimens, with one being a 1974 Matador wagon NHRA Stock Eliminator,… more»
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Free Limo! 1964 Austin 1800
If you’re not scared of taking on a complete oddball project, there’s a free Austin limousine listed on craigslist in Long Beach, California. The seller notes there’s no paperwork with the vehicle, and no VIN number, so it’s going… more»
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JDM by Blazer: Lifted 1988 Honda Prelude
When Honda came out with four-wheel steering in its third-generation Prelude, that seemed like a notable engineering achievement. However, it didn’t exactly become a must-have feature like modern airbags and navigation systems. This 1988 Honda Prelude is affectionately known… more»
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Suzuki GSX-R600 Powered! 1975 Elcar Zagato
How many times have we heard, “Drop an SBC in it”, or “Drop a Hayabusa in it”. Well, that work has already been done on this uber-rare 1975 Elcar Zagato which is powered by a 2007 Suzuki GSX-R600. It’s located… more»
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One Owner Since New: 1971 Opel GT
It’s not often we see a one-owner Opel GT pop up for sale, but that’s exactly what’s listed on eBay. The Opel has been in barn storage since 1986 and accumulated some rust and dents in that time, but… more»
