Sports Cars

Driver-Grade Classic: 1973 Chevrolet Corvette

You probably think you’ve seen a few Corvettes gracing the pages of Barn Finds recently, and you would be right. However, there are good reasons why this is the case. The first is that certain variants remain relatively affordable…. more»

No Reserve 1971 Chevrolet Corvette 454 Convertible

Although the C3 Corvette began to feel the changes essential for compliance with emerging emission regulations by the time this 1971 Convertible rolled off the line, it remained a potent piece of machinery. That is undoubtedly the case with… more»

No Reserve L76: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette

Some classics must be seen to be appreciated. Such is the case with this 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. It presents beautifully as a survivor in one of the rarest paint shades offered that year. It is original and unmolested, and… more»

44 Original Miles: 1985 Porsche 944

It’s hard to say what specifically drives someone to put a brand new car away just hours after buying it, never to use it again. Whatever the motivation was behind mothballing this 1985 Porsche 944 with 44 orignal miles… more»

Stored 20 Years: 1978 Datsun 280Z Project

On its home turf in Japan, the Datsun 240/260/280Z was known as the Nissan S30 aka Fairlady Z. In the U.S., the 240Z debuted in 1970 and would evolve in engine displacement to the 280Z through 1978. These cars… more»

39k Documented Miles: 1970 Chevrolet Corvette 454

We see plenty of classics at Barn Finds where sellers make bold mileage claims, but those for this 1970 Chevrolet Corvette are documented. It has 39,000 miles on the clock, and its presentation is hard to fault. The included… more»

1952 MG TD Could Be A Rolling Restoration

Up for sale with no reserve on eBay in Lutz, Florida is a non-running 1952 MG TD project in arrest-me red. It looks pretty good from a distance, but then the flaws show up.

Shed Find: 1965 Sunbeam Alpine Project

The Rootes Group was not your typical car maker. It wasn’t founded to make bicycles or motorcycles – it was a distributor, like a large dealership. And its first brush with manufacturing was making and repairing aircraft engines. Rootes… more»

Well Maintained: 1978 Ferrari 308 GT4

Ferrari has a long history of producing exotic two-seat sports cars but has made several attempts to produce vehicles that can accommodate four. One example is the 1978 308 GT4. Originally called the Dino GT4, it officially gained Ferrari… more»

Fuelie Project: 1962 Chevrolet Corvette

At first glance, this 1962 Chevrolet Corvette looks like just another C1 begging for restoration. However, we must delve below the surface to discover the ace up its sleeve. Only 13% of buyers that year splashed the considerable extra… more»

Wire Wheels Equipped: 1975 Bricklin SV-1

Imagine it is 1975, and you want to buy one of those nifty new Bricklins.  When you head down to the dealership with your significant other, the salesperson does such a fantastic job that you end up going home… more»

Needs Engine Transplant: 1968 Datsun Fairlady 2000

While many of us feel guilty for harboring thoughts of modifying a good car to make the ride of our dreams, in some situations, that is forgivable.  If a vehicle has suffered enough damage or is missing crucial parts… more»

Beautiful But Needy: 1960 Triumph TR3

One of the more iconic British sports cars is the Triumph TR3.  Remembered for its cut-down doors and jaunty good looks, the TR3 has but one enemy: rust.  If you are looking for a handsome, easy-to-work-on British sports car,… more»

Former Fuelie: 1964 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

Sitting in this garage is a 1964 Corvette Convertible that will leave its new owner with decisions to make. It originally featured the desirable “Fuelie” V8, which was an expensive option, but that motor is a distant memory. Another… more»

Hemi Head Power: Modified 1969 Lotus Europa

In the late sixties, racing was evolving.  The front engine was out at Indianapolis and across the pond, and the mid-engine was in.  A few enterprising automobile manufacturers with a background in racing decided to capitalize on this by… more»

Go Package 390 V8: 1969 AMC AMX

When American Motors introduced the AMX in 1968, the only thing close to it being built by a U.S. manufacturer at the time was the Chevy Corvette. It was a GT-style performance car with seating only for two. They… more»

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